An increasing number of us are living in flats or apartments these days – and we very often assume that the responsibility for our safety at home is somebody else’s. That shouldn’t necessarily be the case though – we can ALL help in keeping ourselves, and neighbours safe. The Fire Door Safety Week infographic is […]
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Who is responsible for fire safety in tower blocks?
Recently it’s not surprising that so many people are now querying just who is responsible for fire safety in residential blocks. There are a number of fire safety measures which should be in place in tower blocks and these include clear escape routes, smoke detectors and adequate fire doors. Many of the responsibilities for fire […]
Read MoreSeven key fire safety measures required in tower blocks
Recent UK incidents have highlighted the importance of proper fire safety measures that need to be adhered to. Failure to follow good practices can result in disastrous fires that risk the lives of hundreds of inhabitants. Here are 7 key fire safety measures that are now required in tower blocks: Having proper escape routes Effective […]
Read MoreFD60 fire doors: what you need to know
FD60 fire door sets consist of a one hour fire door with frame and are available in pre-hung assembly form. It’s common to fit intumescent strips in the inner frame of FD60 fire doors, although these can be fitted into the door leaf, if preferred. An FD60 fire door is tested to meet the specifications laid […]
Read MoreExterior fire door uses and regulations
If you own or rent a building that’s used by you or your employees for business activities, an appropriate exterior fire door is a legal requirement. The main legal requirement of a fire door that opens out onto the outside is that it’s not locked or blocked – clearly people inside the building need to […]
Read MoreFire door specifications for your home
Homeowners are beginning to take fire safety a great deal more seriously. Increasingly, people are realising that it makes sense to apply the same risk management principles where you l, as you would find in modern workplaces. This means making sure that you have well fitted domestic fire doors. A fireproof interior door, for example, […]
Read MoreWhich key features do hotel bedroom doors need?
How often do hotel guests really stop and think about the doors to their hotel rooms? And do hotel owners really place enough emphasis on choosing the right doors for their premises’ needs? For guests to have the best possible experience, hotel bedroom doors need to be chosen with multiple factors in mind: safety, security, […]
Read MoreFD30 Fire Door Specifications
Most buildings today are designed with delaying the spread of fire from one area to the next in mind. The separate compartments of the building are linked by fire doors, which allow for traffic to flow through the building. The main two functions of fire rated doors are that they act as a barrier to […]
Read MoreThe importance of fire doors in rental homes
Landlords are required under the ‘2005 Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order (FSO)’ to ensure that their tenants and properties are safe. They are described as the “responsible person” and, if they fail to take action and fulfil their duties, they can be criminally prosecuted. A fire risk assessment in all non-domestic buildings, including common areas […]
Read MoreFire doors for commercial use: what you need to know
If health and safety is at the top of the priority pyramid for building managers at commercial sites across the UK, then fire safety is right at the very tip. Responsible organisations have a duty of care to put in place safety measures related to fire, and one of the ways they can do this […]
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