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The Hidden Costs of Ignoring Fire Safety Compliance: Why Businesses Can’t...
Fire safety compliance isn’t just a legal obligation; it’s a fundamental responsibility for protecting lives, property, and the future of your business. In the UK, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety)...
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Fire Safety for New Homeowners: A Beginner’s Guide
Moving into your first home is an exciting step, but in the midst of decorating and settling in, it’s easy to overlook fire safety. Smaller properties can present unique challenges, such as limited...
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10 Everyday Habits That Increase Fire Risk in Your Home
Fires often start from everyday habits and routines that we don’t give a second thought to. While these behaviours may seem harmless, they can create significant fire hazards in your home if not...
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Fireproof vs Fire-Retardant: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to fire safety, terms like “fireproof” and “fire-retardant” are often used interchangeably, but they mean very different things. Understanding these differences is essential when choosing...
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What Does ‘Fire-Rated’ Mean? Understanding Fire Ratings and Standards
When it comes to fire safety, the term “fire-rated” often appears in discussions about doors, walls, and other building materials. But what does it really mean? Fire ratings are essential for assessing...
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How Fire-Retardant Materials Work: The Science Behind Safety
When it comes to fire safety, fire-retardant materials play a crucial role in delaying ignition, slowing the spread of flames, and reducing the intensity of a fire. But how do they work? Fire-retardant...
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The Difference Between Intumescent Paint and Fire-Retardant Paint
When it comes to fire protection, coatings like intumescent paint and fire-retardant paint play an essential role in safeguarding structures and materials. While these two types of coatings share the...
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How to Choose the Right Fire Blanket for Your Home or Business
Fire blankets are one of the simplest yet most effective fire safety tools you can have in your home or workplace. Designed to smother small fires by cutting off oxygen, they’re particularly useful for...
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5 Signs Your Fire Safety Equipment Needs Replacing
Fire safety equipment is a crucial line of defence in protecting your home or business from fires. However, like any other tool, fire extinguishers, alarms, and fire blankets don’t last forever. Over...
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Intumescent Strips: Small Additions That Make a Big Difference
Fire safety in buildings often relies on seemingly small components that play a crucial role during emergencies. One such element is intumescent strips, a simple yet highly effective fire protection...
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The Role of Ventilation in Fire Prevention
When people think about fire safety, their minds often jump to alarms, extinguishers, and fireproof materials. While these are all critical components, one often-overlooked aspect of fire prevention...
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Choosing the Right Intumescent Product for Your Project
When it comes to fire protection, intumescent products are some of the most effective tools available. Designed to expand when exposed to high heat, these products create a barrier that slows the...
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How to Safely Dispose of Fire-Related Waste
Proper disposal of fire-related waste is essential for preventing fires and maintaining safety in homes, businesses, and outdoor spaces. Items like ashes, batteries, and flammable rubbish can pose...
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Emergency Lighting: What It Is and Why Your Business Needs It
In the event of an emergency, when power cuts out or visibility is compromised, emergency lighting serves as a lifeline, guiding occupants to safety. For businesses, having a robust emergency lighting...
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Fire Safety in 2025: Key Policy Changes and What They Mean for You
As we enter 2025, the UK is set to implement significant changes in fire safety legislation aimed at enhancing building safety and protecting vulnerable populations. These updates, outlined in...
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Upgrading Fire Doors in Older Buildings: What You Need to Know
Fire safety regulations continue to evolve, and older buildings face unique challenges in meeting modern compliance standards. Fire doors, a cornerstone of passive fire protection, play an essential...
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Hollywood vs. Reality: What Movies Get Wrong About Fires
Fire is one of the most dramatic and terrifying forces in nature, making it a perfect element for action films, thrillers, and disaster movies. Hollywood often portrays fire in a way that maximises...
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What Happens If Your Business Fails a Fire Safety Inspection?
Fire safety is a critical aspect of running a business, and regular fire safety inspections ensure that commercial properties meet the necessary legal requirements. However, failing a fire safety...
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Sprinkler Systems Mandatory in New Care Homes from March 2025
In a landmark move to improve fire safety in care homes, the UK government has announced that all newly constructed care homes, regardless of height, must have sprinkler systems installed from 2nd...
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UK’s Transition to European Fire Testing Standards: What You Need to Know
In a significant move to enhance building safety and align with international best practices, the UK government has announced the withdrawal of the national fire testing standards (BS 476 series) in...
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