Last week marked Chimney Fire Safety Week, and its purpose is simple: to raise awareness of the risks chimney fires pose and encourage homeowners to take the right steps before the colder months set in. For households across Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Berkshire, that action doesn't need to be complicated, but it does need to happen before you start lighting fires regularly. Here's a simple breakdown of where the risk comes from, what the numbers tell us, and how to stay safe.

If the power goes out or a fire sets off your alarm, your escape routes need to stay lit. That's what emergency lighting is for, and by law, almost every business has to have it. For businesses across Hampshire, it's often the part of fire safety that gets forgotten about, until an insurer, or worse, a real emergency, brings it back into focus. Here's a simple breakdown of what you need, the rules behind it, and how to stay on the right side of them. The legal position Under

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, UK businesses are legally required to provide appropriate firefighting equipment. But fire extinguishers are not ‘one size fits all’ Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can be ineffective and, in some cases, such as using water on an electrical fire, can be life-threatening. To help protect your staff and premises, here is a clear breakdown of the types of fire extinguishers UK businesses require, how they are colour

Lithium-ion batteries are often found in smartphones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, and power tools. They have become a very valuable addition to the modern workplace, and although generally safe, they are not without their risks. Lithium-ion battery fires are commonly caused by a chain reaction known as ’thermal runaway’, which occurs when a lithium-ion battery cell produces more heat than is being dispersed. When a Lithium-ion battery fails, it creates its own oxygen, causing

As a business owner or facilities manager, you will already know that regular fire alarm maintenance is essential for ensuring your systems remain compliant, reliable, and fit for purpose. However, keeping up to date with your scheduled maintenance visits is only part of your responsibility. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 states that every workplace must have a designated ‘Responsible Person’. This individual is legally responsible for managing fire safety on

As a building owner, facility manager, or landlord, preparing for a fire alarm system maintenance can sometimes feel daunting. Understanding what maintenance engineers assess during these visits can help you stay compliant, protect occupants, and ensure your fire safety systems remain fully operational. Understanding the assessment process and knowing what maintenance engineers evaluate can help you prepare effectively, protect building occupants, and maintain compliance with

If you run a business, you already know that your commercial fire alarm is the most critical line of defence between your building’s occupants and a disaster. But can you truly guarantee that your system will work flawlessly in an emergency, or is ‘maintenance’ just seen as a vague, box-ticking exercise? Routine inspections and maintenance play a critical role in identifying potential hazards before they become serious threats. They keep life-saving systems functioning correc