Fire extinguishers come in many different types depending on the application for which they are designed. Both businesses and private residences should maintain properly serviced fire extinguishers to handle small outbreaks before they develop into major fires. Most home and many business extinguishers are not meant to battle large flames that reach the ceiling. In these cases, getting out of the room safely is the most critical concern. Extinguishers are designed for small fires that can be arrested by prompt action. Business should conduct a fire risk assessment to determine what preventative measures and equipment are necessary to enhance safety […]
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Protecting your land and local area with fire signs and equipment
With the summer rapidly approaching, there are all sorts of things you’ll want to start shopping for. But while patio tables and chairs can make the most of the great outdoors when the warmer weather arrives, it’s important to think about whether you need to protect your local area with fire safety signs and equipment. For those that live in rural countryside areas, this is even more relevant. When the sun comes out, it’s likely you’ll start to see all kinds of visitors looking to get outside and enjoy what Mother Nature has to offer. But among the bushes, trees, […]
Don’t Wedge Your Fire Doors Open
Don’t Wedge Your Fire Doors Open. Fire doors are installed in order to protect commercial properties from the spread of fire and smoke in the event of a blaze. Stemming the spread of fire by compartmentalising rooms and corridors from one another increases the chances that the fire will be contained in a single area, making it more manageable to tackle and decreasing the overall damage incurred. There is one potential downside of fire doors though – if they’re not closed they’re not going to do their job. The problem is that fire doors are often very heavy, cumbersome and […]
Health and safety in the workplace
Over the past decade the seriousness and impact of health and safety in the workplace has risen, particularly over the past year according to the latest figures released by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive). Above all, the construction and manufacturing industry has seen an increase in the number of fatal injuries over the past year alone. These figures are released following the latest news of the death of a construction worker on the site of the Olympic Village, London. With more accidents happening and the increase in employees making claims against their employers, every step should be taken to […]