A fire alarm system has a crucial role to play in a building’s active fire protection. They’re designed to detect a fire early so occupants can evacuate in good time and you can take the necessary actions to stop the fire from spreading.
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As stated in the code of practice BS: 5839, it’s a law for all residential buildings in England and Wales to be fitted with a fire alarm system. However, there are grades and categories of...
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 states that fire extinguishers must be installed and maintained properly by a competent person who has all the correct qualifications to be...
The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 has undeniably been a much-anticipated event with the potential to drastically change the outlook of residential safety. The landmark act is partly...
Since the UK Fire Safety Act came into effect in April 2021, it’s essential for theAccountable Person of a high rise building in either England or Wales to ensure the premises are fitted...
The Fire Safety Act was introduced in March 2020 and officially became law in England and Wales in April 2021. It’s aimed to close any loopholes in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order...
Fire doors are an integral part of a building’s passive fire system. They’re designed to compartmentalise a building to prevent smoke and fire to stop it from spreading at speed.