You’ve heard that a new standard is being introduced for the flashing beacons which form part of your fire alarm system. What are the implications, and will you need to replace your existing
equipment?
Published 28.10.2013
A long-service employee has developed a hearing impediment. Does this mean you have to adapt your emergency procedures? If so, what quick and cheap measures can you adopt?
Published 26.09.2005
On 1 October 2015 new regulations came into force requiring landlords to fit smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. If you rent out residential property how might you be affected?
Published 19.10.2015
If your fire alarm sounds, you’d probably dial 999 and wait for the fire brigade to arrive. However, following some recent changes, their arrival may no longer be guaranteed. What’s the latest news
and how could it affect you?
Published 14.02.2005
If your staff have a habit of hitting the “silent” button on your fire alarm system without checking that it’s actually a false alarm, they might want to think twice in future. Why is this?
Published 04.05.2011
You’ve heard that most premises should have a carbon monoxide detector. Is this true, and if you do install one, must it be battery or mains powered and what are the rules on testing and maintenance?
Published 26.05.2016
Because of the large number of false alarms, some Fire & Rescue Services are reviewing their responses. What’s likely to happen and how should you prepare for any changes?
Published 18.11.2010
False fire alarms can be extremely costly. Not only is there potential downtime, you could also incur charges from the fire and rescue service. So what can you do to keep your alarm system
functioning as it should?
Published 13.11.2015
You’re considering replacing your old fire alarm system and your fire engineer has advised (at significant expense) that it should have a fire control panel. Is this compulsory and what are the
factors to consider?
Published 11.06.2020