In January 2026, the third edition of ISO 3941 introduced a significant and long-anticipated change to the way fires are classified internationally: the formal addition of Class L, covering fires […]
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Firechief® Global: Our Position on Foam in Fire Extinguishers
A Future-Ready Commitment to Phase Out PFAS-Containing Foam Extinguishers by Mid-2026 At Firechief®, we exist to make the world a safer place, and that responsibility extends beyond the fires we […]
The State of Carbon Monoxide Awareness in the UK
Every year, hundreds of people are hospitalised as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning. This odourless gas is often referred to as a silent killer which is why the team […]
The Growing Need for Responsible Vape Disposal as Students Return to Campus
As universities welcome students back after the festive break, the start of a new semester often brings a renewed focus on sustainability and safety initiatives. One of the most pressing […]
What You Need to Know About the Disposable Vape Ban
Originally posted on 31 January 2024, updated on 8 January 2025 The UK Government recently announced that a disposable vape ban would be coming into place to protect the health […]
The Rules for Fire Blankets According to BS EN 1869
Fire blankets might sound simple – but there are plenty of essential rules to follow to ensure that the fire blanket does what it is meant to: smother a fire and put it out.
In a recent article, published by the Fire Industry Association (FIA) they provide further information on the updated Code of Practice, as well as, how you can ensure you are following the correct steps when commissioning a fire blanket.
The 2025 Firechief® Catalogue is Here
We’re delighted to announce that the 2025 edition of the Firechief® catalogue is now available! As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering the latest and most innovative fire safety […]
Fire Safety Tips for Holiday Parks
Originally published 28 March 2022, updated 30 December 2024 As we return to the closest we have been to some sort of normality, holidays are back on the cards and […]
Do You Know How to Test Smoke & Fire Alarms Safely?
Originally published 28 April 2024, updated 11 December 2024 The risk of dying in a house fire is 55% lower in homes with fire alarm systems than in those without. […]
Welcome to the Firechief® team, Denisa
We’re delighted to welcome Denisa Stanciu to the Firechief® team. Joining us as part of the Customer Success team, Denisa comes from a professional background that includes experience as a […]
Congratulations to our latest Firechief® Culture Champion: Lucy Green
The Firechief® Culture Champion for Sprint 2 in 2024 has been announced and congratulations go to Amazon eCommerce Manager, Lucy Green. Culture Champion is an award given to the Firechief® […]
Fire Blankets are Home Fire Safety Bestsellers
A fire blanket is a safety device made from fire-resistant materials designed to extinguish small fires. Placing the blanket over the flames smothers the fire by cutting off its oxygen […]