Fire In Disused Scottish Supermarket
Early on Thursday 14th September a raging fire broke out at the disused supermarket Haldanes in Buckie, Moray. Local residents were shocked at the amount of black smoke bellowing out of the derelict building and there were reports that the plumes of smoke could be seen from over 15 miles away.
Lessons From Necker Island Fire
A recent fire on Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island engulfed much of his property, razing his beloved family home to the ground. Thought to be ignited by a lightening strike during a tropical storm in the night, the blaze soon took strong hold of the predominately wooden building.
What Is A Fire Risk Assessment?
A fire risk assessment will help you to identify potential fire hazards in your workplace and give you a sound foundation from which to put in place fire safety procedures to protect your business and employees.
The Destructive Power Of Fire
As I’m sure we are all aware, the week has been fraught with tension as riots have consumed the country. In this post we’d like to explore the role fire has had in the disturbances that began in London and the destructive effects fire brings.
National Chimney Fire Safety Week
Readers of this blog familiar with fire safety may be aware that this week (25th – 31st July 2011) is National Chimney Fire Safety Week.
Landlords and Fire Safety
Residential landlords have a number of health and safety responsibilities to ensure their properties are a safe place for tenants to live. These are covered by the Housing Act 2004 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.