Brendon Searle
Fire Guard Services Celebrates 20 Years of Protecting Lives, Businesses, and Communities On April 13, 2025, we at Fire Guard Services proudly mark our 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of unwavering commitment to fire safety. Since its founding in 2005, the company has dedicated itself to a singular mission: safeguarding lives, protecting businesses, and strengthening…
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Fire safety is a critical aspect of running any business. This article asks the question: do you know the right type of fire extinguisher for your business? Whether you operate a small office, a retail shop, an industrial warehouse, care home or school, ensuring you have the correct fire extinguishers on hand can mean the…
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In any workplace, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees is paramount. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through comprehensive first aid training. In the UK, first aid is not just a legal requirement but a vital component of a safe working environment. This blog explores the importance of first aid…
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As a landlord, ensuring the safety of your tenants should be a top priority. One of the most critical aspects of this responsibility is fire safety. Not only is it essential for the well-being of your tenants, but it’s also a legal obligation under UK fire safety law. In this blog, we’ll delve into the…
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In commercial and residential buildings, especially those with multiple floors, having an effective fire safety system is paramount. One crucial component of this system is the dry riser, a vertical pipe intended for firefighters to easily transport water to upper levels during a fire emergency. Regular dry riser testing is essential to ensure these systems…
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Lightning conductors are used to protect three things: The structure of the building The people in and around the building Electrical equipment in the building or connected to the power supplies With this in mind, here are five things you must know, to ensure your lightning conductor is safe. Maintain System to Prevent “Flash-Over” If…
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Fire safety in homes is an important but often forgotten about issue. Every year, more than 37,000 household fires break out in the UK and more than 250 people lose their lives to these fires.
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All business premises need at least 2 or 3 fire safety signs but knowing exactly what fire exit signs your business needs on your property and why this is required can often be confusing. With so many different signs and styles we have simplified and explained them so you can easily understand the differences and…
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Emergency lighting is often an overlooked element of building safety, yet it is one of the most important. You must ensure that there are safe exit routes in the event of a fire. Without emergency lighting – even in a familiar building – exiting a building in an emergency life or death situation can be…
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The Fire and Rescue Service are called out to over 600,000 fires which cause over 800 deaths and over 17,000 injuries a year. Installing and maintaining smoke detectors in your property could give you extra time to escape a fire safely. To do this, it is important to understand the differences in fire detector and…
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