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The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that a fire risk assessment is kept up to date and redone if there are any kind of significant changes within the workplace. So while there is no law that specifies exactly how often a building must have a fire risk assessment, there is guidance outlined. The New Year is a great time to review the existing fire safety. The new year signals a new start, and if the business is usually a little slow throughout January, it’s the ideal ti...

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets out the regulations governing the use of fire extinguishers in commercial buildings across England and Wales. According to BS 5306, the owner of a commercial premises should install at least two ‘Class A’ fire extinguishers as a minimum on every floor of their building. But having fire extinguishers in a commercial premises isn’t enough. Users also have to make sure they’re serviced, so that they continue to be in good...

For those who work within the fire risk management sector, they’ll probably be aware of how lengthy fire risk management projects can be. When they and their team are having to manually allocate tasks, type up notes, print and send reports to clients upon their completion, the process can seem chaotic. Not to mention navigating the way through the mountain of paperwork they find themselves with.  Fire risk management software Developed to ensure maximum assessor efficiency...

A modern-day, busy warehouse is rife with potential fire risks and hazards. No matter what sector the warehouse operates in, such as logistics, storage, or manufacturing, it’s vital to do everything one can to minimize fire risks as much as possible. To help people do just that, Total Fire Group has compiled the most common causes of fires in warehouses and what people can do to minimize those hazards. Many warehouse fires begin with faulty electrical equipment, exposed wires, or lightin...

Believe it or not, there is no law that specifies exactly how often a building must have a fire risk assessment. The only legislation applicable declares that the appointed person accountable for the safety assessment of the building must undertake a fire safety review ‘regularly’, in order to ensure it is up to date. While there is no determined law that states how often an assessment must be carried out. The government states that a site must be reviewed, if there have been substa...

With so many people passing through a hospitality company’s doors each day, fire safety plays an important role in managing the business. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 dictates that fire risks must be assessed and action must be taken to prevent issues arising. Here are just a few tips to help users ensure their business is compliant with the law and that people are safe. Fire risk assessment A fire risk assessment plays a fundamental part in any fire safety plan, so it...

A fire starting in the home or workplace is something no one likes to think about, and Total Fire Group hopes users will never have to go through this experience. However, fires do happen, and users may be tempted to take certain actions, which could possibly put users or others at more risk. They might seem like a good idea at the time, but there are certain things that users should never do in a fire. Total Fire Group listed 5 of them here. Retrieving something valuable A fire can sprea...

Electricity plays such an important role in people's lives that it’s easy to forget how powerful and dangerous it can be. Each year, more than half of accidental domestic fires in the UK are caused by electricity. Usually, this is the result of misused products or faults. Even the electrical items people use on a daily basis, such as toasters and hair dryers, can cause risks if used incorrectly or if a manufacturing fault arises. Electrical safety For this reason, it’s wise to ta...

Christmas trees, festive decorations, and candles can be beautiful additions to a home, but if they’re not used safely, they can quickly turn into destructive fire hazards. It’s surprising just how quickly a Christmas tree can catch alight and spread flames across a room. With that in mind, here are a few tips to reduce the risk of fire this Christmas. It’s common knowledge that candles should never be left unattended, but many people don’t consider the dangers of placin...

The organizers of Fire Door Safety Week say that this year’s campaign was the most successful yet, winning the support of more than 350 individuals, organizations, and businesses while reaching millions via press coverage and social media. Designed to draw attention to the widespread neglect and misuse of fire doors, the campaign is an annual event run by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), Fire Door Alliance, and Fire Door Inspection Scheme in partnership with the Home Office&rsquo...

With coursework, exams, and nights out to think about, fire safety can fall pretty low on the average student’s list of priorities. But with data showing that those living in rented or shared accommodation are seven times more likely to have a fire, it’s important that both landlords and students take the necessary steps to minimize the risk. Mentioned below are just a few ways to improve fire safety in student accommodation. Landlords’ responsibilities Landlords have a le...

September is an integral month for fire safety because of Chimney Fire Safety Week. Held from September 3rd to September 9th, the campaign aims to raise awareness of chimney fires and encourages people to stop them from happening. September is a time for growing darkness and drops in temperature. People are more likely to light the hearths in their homes. In order to raise awareness for Chimney Fire Safety Week, Total Fire Group is giving tips on how to prevent a chimney fire. Build a small...

When it comes to the workplace, staff should receive fire safety training in order to know how to deal with a blaze. The training might take the form of learning about different signs, what to do in case of a fire, or how to use an extinguisher. Not only does fire safety training prepare staff for the worst-case scenario, it enables them to become accustomed to the layout of a building. But there comes a time when the fire safety training policy needs to be refreshed. new training program...

Recently, fires broke out on the Saddleworth Moors, causing homes to be evacuated and heavy damage to the landscape. It’s a reminder that fires can happen anywhere, and preparation is vital for blazes that occur inside and outside. Wildfires are capable of causing a lot of destruction. Total Fire Group has put together a guide on how to prepare for them and how to be safe. Clear combustible materials If one lives in the vicinity of a forest or grassland, then one should take steps to...