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New Guidance On Fire Risk Appraisals Of External Walls Is Now Available
The Facade Special Interest Group, a collaboration between the Fire Industry Association (FIA) and the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), has issued guidance on 'Proportionality and Risk in Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEWs)' aligned with PAS 9980. This comprehensive document delves into crucial considerations surrounding risk acceptability and the proportional nature of remedial actions, in accordance with PAS 9980 recommendations.
Police Are Failing Retailers As Co-op Reports Record Crime Levels In 2024
The Co-op has raised an alarm over the soaring levels of crime, stating that incidents of retail crime have reached unprecedented heights, with a staggering 35% surge year on year. The retailer disclosed that over 175,000 incidents were documented in the initial half of the year, averaging nearly 1,000 incidents daily.
Company Directors Found Guilty Of Endangering Lives With Fire Safety Breaches
In a shocking development, two Directors of a West Bromwich based company, have been sentenced to prison for endangering residents' lives due to flagrant violations of fire safety regulations. This revelation, brought to light by the West Midlands Fire Service, underscores the severe repercussions of disregarding fire safety protocols.
Surge In Electric Bike Popularity Raises Fire Hazards Concerns
The expanding market for electric bikes, scooters, and mopeds presents a positive trend in reducing carbon emissions, as studies indicate their low carbon footprint. However, this growth also brings attention to the electrical safety risks associated with electric two-wheelers.
Immediate Appeal For Restaurants To Reassess Fire Safety Measures
Fire and Rescue Services emphasise the critical importance of fire safety for residents residing above food outlets, highlighting the increased risks associated with insufficient safety measures. Restaurant owners and proprietors of food establishments are strongly advised to review their fire safety protocols, especially for premises with residents above or below.
BS 5839-1 Available For Public & Professional Comment
BS 5839-1, concerning Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings - Part 1: Design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of systems in non-domestic premises - Code of practice, is now open for public review.
Council Considers Demolition Instead Of Fire Safety Upgrades
Residents in a Harlow apartments block are facing the prospect of relocation as Harlow Council considers the option of demolition, deeming it more economically viable than the £5.5 million required for fire safety upgrades recommended post-Grenfell.
Large Fire At Music Festival Business Warehouse
Residents were forced to evacuate their homes following a significant fire that erupted at a nearby warehouse business in Manchester during January. The Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) reported that the blaze commenced in the evening on a Monday outside of office hours at a facility located on Stockport Road in Hyde.
Huge Financial Implications From Skip Hire Site Fire
Demolition costs for Lancaster fire may rise to £900k for Lancaster City Council who are grappling with a financial quandary in the aftermath of a massive fire at a former skip hire site. The potential demolition costs, estimated at £900,000, have prompted the council to consider various options to address the consequences of the fire that consumed a significant amount of waste.
New Draft Of BS 4422 Released For Public Comment: Your chance To Shape Fire Safety Standards
The draft for public comment on BS 4422, addressing fire safety in the built environment, has been released by the British Standards Institute (BSI). Emphasising fire safety engineering and testing, the draft is open for feedback until March 5th.
The Five Key Steps Of Fire Risk Assessment
Fire safety in your business premises - Under the current Fire Safety Legislation, as the Responsible Person within your business, it is imperative to conduct a thorough and appropriate Fire Risk Assessment. This assessment aims to evaluate the risk of fire to your employees and others associated with your business and its operations.
Are You Compliance Ready For The Building Safety Act?
In light of the recently enacted Building Safety Act, emphasis on compliance becomes paramount as clients navigate the procedural requirements for building project completion. Here's a breakdown of key aspects to ensure a comprehensive understanding.
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