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Make fire safety your number one workplace New Year resolution!
Fire presents a significant risk to businesses. Not only can it seriously injure or even potentially kill employees and visitors, it can also damage and destroy buildings and equipment or stock. With this in mind it is important to make fire safety […]
CONTINUE READINGChristmas fire safety tips from Firechief!
With the festive season in full swing, it is easy to get distracted and forget about fire safety. Here are a few simple tips to follow to ensure you enjoy happy and safe celebrations. Think carefully about where you place decorations When […]
CONTINUE READINGUsing candles safely in your home
Nothing says cosy more than a candle burning on a cold, winter evening. However, they are unfortunately a major cause of house fires. Candles are something everyone enjoys especially at this time of year but wherever they are in the house it […]
CONTINUE READINGDo you know a Landlord’s Safety Responsibilities?
Every year around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries in UK homes are caused by faulty electrics and electrical equipment. Almost half of all domestic fires are caused by electricity. And if you live in a privately rented property, statistics show that you […]
CONTINUE READINGNEW PyroCloud 12000 Series Product Video!
Another product video has now gone live on our YouTube channel! The Firechief PyroCloud SSS12000 series aerosol generators can be used as a part of a highly effective fixed extinguishing system. A Firechief PyroCloud generator is non-pressurized and is installed inside a […]
CONTINUE READINGBuying electrical goods online
Every year around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries in UK homes are caused by faulty electrics and electrical equipment. Nearly 9/10 electrical fires are caused by products, either through misuse or faults. Here are 10 top tips to keep you safe when […]
CONTINUE READINGHotel owners’ responsibilities for fire safety
All building owners and businesses must comply with The Fire Safety Order (FSO) to ensure the safety of the property and the people. The Fire Safety Order sets out several regulations and guidelines. Hotel owners need to both identify, and reduce, the […]
CONTINUE READINGIncreased fire risk related to use of portable heaters
We are officially at the time of year where the weather is getting colder and as some people continue to work from home, the London Fire Brigade is urging awareness of the increased fire risk when using portable heaters. Portable heaters are […]
CONTINUE READINGFireworks – how to be safe, not sorry
Watching fireworks is so much fun for children and adults. Figures show that the majority that get injured by fireworks are children at family or private parties. It is always advised to attend a well organised public display where it is safer, […]
CONTINUE READINGHave a safe & spooky Halloween!
It’s that time of year again, Halloween! As fun as Halloween is for children it also poses a risk when it comes to fire safety. We have put together some safety tips to make sure you have a safe but spooky and […]
CONTINUE READINGWhy do extinguishers need to be serviced by a qualified/competent person?
Looking at the current law, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005* states: “Maintenance 17.—(1) Where necessary in order to safeguard the safety of relevant persons the responsible person must ensure that the premises and any facilities, equipment and devices provided in […]
CONTINUE READINGThe impact of Covid-19 on the Fire Industry
The far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic continues to be felt across the world, and of course the fire industry and the businesses they serve have not been spared from these effects either.  Many organisations have had to adapt their working practices […]
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