Fire Signage
Martyn’s Law: what schools, colleges and universities need to do now
Martyn’s Law – formally the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – introduces new legal duties for publicly accessible premises across the UK, including education settings. The Act received Royal Assent in April 2025 and has a clear lead-in period before enforcement. With full compliance required by April 2027, now is the time for facilities…
Read More6 Common Fire Safety Myths
Debunking 6 Common Fire Safety Myths: What Every UK Business & Landlord Needs to Know Fires can have a devastating impact on lives and livelihoods, a reality that resonates deeply with UK businesses and landlords. While fire safety might appear straightforward, a landscape of dangerous misconceptions persists. These widespread beliefs can foster complacency, lead to…
Read MoreTop 5 Business Fire Risks
5 Common Business Fire Risks & Hazards in UK Businesses (And How to Fix Them) Fire safety is a crucial concern for businesses across the UK. A single fire incident can lead to devastating consequences, including property damage, financial losses, and risks to human life. Many workplace fires are preventable if businesses identify common hazards…
Read MoreFire Protection Guide for Historical Buildings
UK fire safety law states that property must be ‘equipped with appropriate fire detectors and alarms’ but the legislation takes a broad approach and fails to give specific recommendations for heritage buildings. Here are our recommendations for how fire can be prevented and detected in historical buildings. Fire Detection and Alarms Although call points must…
Read MoreTower Blocks Fire Safety – Preventing Fire & Protecting Residents
Fire safety in tower blocks is extremely important as the effects of a fire engulfing multiple floors can be devastating. When the conditions are right and poor quality building materials have been used, that don’t meet building standards, fire can rapidly spread and completely destroy an entire building. This can result in many casualties –…
Read MoreDoes your business have the correct fire safety signs?
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…
Read More7 Important Checks – Fire Safety in Care Homes
Fire safety is crucial in care homes where vulnerable occupants live. The emergency evacuation procedure of a care home needs to be carefully planned for occupants who are less mobile and unable to evacuate the building without assistance. At night in an emergency, this can be particularly difficult because often there are less carers working…
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