The future of foam
December 28, 2023
Aisha Farooq, Deputy Editor of Fire & Risk Management (F&RM), the journal of the Fire Protection Association, looks at the latest measures to phase out ‘forever chemicals’. Read More
Lithium-Ion battery fire safety – Your questions answered
October 27, 2023
Here we cover some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding lithium-ion batteries and the fire risk they present. Read More
Fire extinguishing systems maintenance: Faults can appear without being detected
October 26, 2023
Euralarm has published a guidance document that focuses on the maintenance of condensed aerosol fire extinguishing systems. Read More
5 types of fire extinguishers: A guide to using the right class
August 26, 2023
Choosing the correct fire extinguisher for the relevant class of fire could literally be the difference between life and death. Here’s a guide to each type and when to use them. Read More
Are E-scooters and similar devices the new major fire risk?
April 29, 2022
Why are there increasing concerns over lithium battery fires from items such as e-scooters, and advice on what to use if one were to occur. Read More
Euralarm publishes new guidance on maintenance of extinguishing systems
January 7, 2022
Euralarm has published new guidance on the maintenance of extinguishing systems/equipment controlled by electronic detection systems. Read More
Churches Fire & Security launches Training Academy for existing employees
December 24, 2021
Churches Fire & Security, has launched an internal Training Academy to progress careers, and train out-of-industry employees. Read More
Property management company fined over £80,000 for 10 separate fire safety failings
November 29, 2021
A property managing agent has been ordered to pay more than £80,000 for safety failings, after inspections from the LFB. Read More
Just 15% of newly-built schools in the UK are fitted with sprinklers
December 20, 2019
iHASCO, a provider of health and safety eLearning, is urging education institutions to tackle fire hazards with the launch of its updated Fire Awareness course, as reported on SHP. Read More
Portable fire extinguishing: FIA updates guidance and fact files
March 1, 2019
The Fire Industry Association’s Extinguishing Council has updated a number of guidance notes and fact files around portable extinguishers – covering the ADR, electrical risks, environmental guidance and more. Read More
Euralarm seeks members for fire extinguishing section
January 8, 2018
National trade associations and companies not represented at European level, as well as existing Euralarm Members, can get their voice heard in Brussels by becoming members of the pan-European lobbying body’s extinguishing section. Read More
Four in 10 construction workers use the wrong type of fire extinguisher on electrical fires
November 28, 2017
“Each year, there are 40,000 fires in the workplace, which can put the lives of workers at risk but using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can also have major consequences,” said Bradley Markham, director at Bull Products. Read More
Updated fire extinguisher servicing scheme now includes asbestos awareness
October 25, 2017
BAFE has launched the revised SP101 scheme, which seeks to recalibrate the definition of competence in the context of fire extinguisher services. Read More
A rough guide to fire extinguisher servicing and the service-free model
September 12, 2017
What the latest guidance says on how often you should service your fire extinguishers and what it entails; how to choose a competent servicing company; and a new brand of extinguishers, 'P50', that promises an alternative to annual servicing contracts. Read More
How to use a fire extinguisher safely and effectively
August 9, 2017
Deploying a fire extinguisher correctly depends on which type it is and the material on fire. Our guide explains how to use the various types and how to deal with various materials, as well as giving some general principles for safe, effective use. Read More
Construction fire safety: Bull Products upgrades first-responder stations with height-extending detector
July 20, 2017
Bull Products, which specialises in developing life-saving fire protection equipment for the construction industry, says its revamped stations will cut costs and for contractors and construction companies. Read More
