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What You Need to Know About the Disposable Vape Ban
The government announced on Monday that a disposable vape ban would be coming into place to protect the health of children. Vapes and vaping have been a massive topic of conversation over the past few years as many highlight the variety of […]
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12 Causes of Fire in the Home
There are more causes of fire in the home than you would think. Most of us go about our daily life without ever thinking about fire safety. We know that we need to be careful with candles, and not leave lighters within […]
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Got a new gadget? Our Lithium-ion Battery Fire Safety Tips
January is the month of learning to use any new gadgets we received at Christmas. Learning how to use new electricals can be great fun for the whole family – or just yourself! – but it’s essential that people learn how to […]
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1 in 10 with Children Under 18 Don’t See the Need for Fire Safety Equipment in the Home
Fire safety equipment in the home is a top priority for keeping families, homes, and properties safe from the risk of fire. However, a study by Kidde and reported by Express has found that one in ten adults with children under 18 […]
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Should you Have a Smoke Alarm or Heat Alarm at Home?
Should you Have a Smoke Alarm or Heat Alarm at Home? Fire safety at home is a main concern for homeowners, renters, and dwellers. And cooking can be a main cause for concern as there are lots of opportunities for accidents to […]
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Cooking and Fire Safety at Home
Home Cooking and Fire Safety As the nights draw in, more and more of us will be cooking at home. When the nights are cold and dark it’s often preferable to stay in, save some precious pennies before Christmas, and cook for […]
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Fire protection for the living room
Designed to fight most small household fires, a lightweight powder extinguisher is an important tool in protecting your home. In approximately 80% of all fire incidents, a simple portable fire extinguisher is all that is needed to put out the fire. It […]
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Fire protection for the kitchen
46% of home fires start in the kitchen, so it is extremely important to have the right equipment in case of an emergency. Fire Blankets are often located here for saucepan, oil, and fat fires. The fire blanket acts by smothering the […]
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Fire protection for the garden
The Firechief Flame Buster foam aerosol extinguisher is ideal to cover the fire risk from small garden fires, barbeques and flammable liquids such as paint and petrol. Being an aerosol, no training is needed before using this fire extinguisher however it is necessary to […]
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Fire protection for the car
Every type of transport carries specific risks. Refuelling using liquids – such as petrol or diesel – or gases – such as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) – are a particular risk. And electric cars also carry the additional risk of a Lithium-Ion […]
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Fire protection for the garage or workshop
Fire safety is just as important in a workshop, shed or garage as in other areas of the home. There are multiple fire risks to consider, such as the handling and storage of flammable materials and substances such as aerosols and solvents; […]
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Fire protection for the office
Fire safety is one of the most important aspects of health and safety and is something that all businesses, no matter how small, must give consideration to, especially if their employees work from home. Electrical equipment can increase the fire hazard substantially. […]
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