Emergency Exit Sign Guidelines
Designing An Emergency Lighting System: Part 3 For your emergency lighting system to conform to fire and safety regulations you need to ensure that exit signs are the correct format and size and that they are illuminated correctly. BS 5266 Part 7 states ‘Signs which are provided at all exits intended to be used in […]
Locating Your Emergency Lighting
Designing An Emergency Lighting System: Part 2 When planning an emergency lighting system it is important to consider the areas you will be highlighting with your emergency lights.
Designing An Emergency Lighting System
Part 1: Legislation Emergency lighting provides illumination of escape routes in emergency situations, such as the loss of power during a fire. When planning an emergency lighting system there are many things you must take into consideration including fire legislation, safety standards compliance, ease of use and maintenance.
Fire Alarm System Kits
If you are planning your first fire alarm system or you are looking for a comprehensive selection of devices for a small fire alarm system installation, a fire alarm kit could be the perfect solution. Fire alarm kits generally comprise all of the equipment and devices you need to get an alarm system started – […]
Fined For Takeaway Shop Fire Breaches
There has been a recent influx in the news of stories about shop-owners being fined for poor fire safety in the accommodation above their shops.
Fireworks Fire Safety
At this time of year it seems there are fireworks going off every night of the week! If you’re planning a fireworks display or a bonfire for any of the seasonal celebrations please take note of our quick fireworks fire safety guide.
What Is A Manual Call Point?
You’ve seen them in public buildings, schools, hospitals and offices but do you know what they are and how to use them?
Change Your Clock, Test Your Smoke Alarm
It’s that time of year again. British Summer Time ends this weekend at 2am on Sunday 30th October 2011. This year though, we’d like you to also check your smoke alarm when you turn back the clocks.
Temporary Fire Safety
In situations where a structure is only being used for a short period of time it is still important to adhere to normal fire safety procedures. Whether the temporary place is a wedding marquee or a building site there are steps you can take to ensure that the structure is safe for all.