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Fire Safety Event demonstrates impact of movement on passive fire protection
FSi Promat will highlight the need to account for movement in buildings when specifying passive fire protection at this year’s Fire Safety Event.
Gunfire: Ensure your fire safety with our Third Party Accredited services
Gunfire is Third Party Accredited for the installation of fire stopping systems and the installation and maintenance of fire door sets.
Landlords fined £20,000 for lack of fire safety and building regulation...
Two landlords from Cardiff have been fined over £20,000 for lack of fire safety and building regulation compliance in their properties.
Quelfire leads the conversation on responsibility at The Fire Safety Event...
Quelfire are exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event between the 30th of April and the 2nd of May 2024 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Construction fire safety at ‘major crossroads’
National Fire Protection Association figures reveal a staggering $408m cost of construction fire damage on site. John Heinen, principal fire investigator, discusses the changes that can be implemented to ensure safer environments.
Quelfire launches campaign and white paper to ignite conversations on fire...
Quelfire, a leading player in firestopping solutions, is spearheading a transformative campaign and white paper that propels fire safety responsibilities to the forefront of the construction industry.
How can early engagement with manufacturers improve fire safety performance?
Neil Kirwin, southern specification manager at SFS, discusses why engaging with building product manufactures can help to improve fire safety performance.
Building Control and fire safety: Addressing key industry challenges
In this article, we talk to Iain Thomson, CEO of Assent, and Adam Melrose, director at Clarke Banks, about some of the issues affecting the world of building control and what the industry needs to do to tackle them head-on.
Improving building fire safety with the Building Safety Act
Association for Specialist Fire Protection technical officer Stuart Southall provides an overview of the Building Safety Act, which introduces significant changes and improvements in building safety and regulation in England and Wales, including fire safety.
TICA reiterates fire safety concerns over pre-insulated pipe and duct products
Following the release of BS 5422:2023, TICA is raising concerns about the safety and suitability of pre-insulated pipe and duct products used inside buildings.
High time for change on fire safety sprinkler policy
Ali Perry, chief executive of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA), says it’s high time for change on high-rise and fire safety sprinkler policy.
Assent acquires Clarke Banks Group, expands into fire safety services
Assent Building Control has continued their expansion into fire safety services with the acquisition of specialists Clarke Banks Group.
Only 14% of building control professionals feel confident about their understanding...
Unclear information around Approved Document B (ADB) has led to less than a fifth of building control professionals feeling confident in their understanding of fire safety specifications.
Fire safety experts urged to apply for LHC’s £140m Fire Safety...
Fire safety experts are being encouraged to apply for LHC's new £140m Fire Safety (FS2) Framework.
What are your obligations under the Fire Safety Regulations 2022?
The Fire Safety Regulations 2022 were introduced to implement recommendations made after the Grenfell Tower fire, and they impose significant responsibilities on those in charge of these types of buildings.
idigitalhub partners with OpenSpace to deliver innovation in UK construction fire...
Firestopping has become a hot topic due to new UK building and construction fire safety legislation, as well as ongoing maintenance of existing residential structures.
Fire Safety Fortnight roundtables open to construction industry professionals
BIM4Housing has announced a new tranche of Fire Safety Fortnight roundtables, seeking to update fire safety and fire risk management guidance.
How construction technology can help manage and maintain your buildings fire...
While the drive to improve efficiency in the built environment often focuses on the design and construction stages of a building’s life, what comes after handover is just as important- especially when it comes to fire safety longevity.
What are the implications of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022?
In this article, Ian M B Scott, volunteer member of the IOSH Fire Risk Management Group, looks at the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 and what they mean for health and safety compliance in the workplace.
New ROCKWOOL MD to drive energy efficiency and fire safety solutions...
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has appointed Nick Wilson as managing director to drive the company’s efforts in energy efficiency and fire safety solutions across the UK and Ireland.
Managing new fire safety regulations through the power of digital technology
In this article, Rob Norton, UK director, PlanRadar, explores how digital platforms and technology can enable construction professionals to manage new fire safety legislation and compliance.
Experts urged to register for new Fire Safety framework
Experts are being sought to register interest in a new Fire Safety framework to supply fire safety measures for the public sector.
Global HSE adopts PlanRadar to improve fire safety reporting
Digital construction and FM platform PlanRadar has been adopted by Global HSE Solutions to improve fire safety reporting efficiency to Tier 1 contractors.
How will the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations improve fire safety...
This week (23 January 2023), the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 came into force. In this article, PBC Today explores what the new laws mean for fire safety compliance in the UK.
Industry voices praise new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
As the new Fire Safety Regulations 2022 come into force in England, industry voices have praised how the legislation will motivate compliance.
49% of the public unsure when it comes to fire safety...
Research conducted for Fire Door Safety Week 2022 (31 October to 4 November) indicates that one-third of the public would not report a problem with a fire door.