Archive for July 2022
Why is Emergency Lighting important?
The function of emergency lighting is not to illuminate a building when the power goes out. The role of emergency lighting is to illuminate key areas that are required in an emergency. Escape routes Emergency lighting should help people see in any passageways or stairways that lead to exits. In addition to this, lighting should…
Read MoreSentura welcomes Kathy to the team
We are delighted to welcome Kathy Tew to the Sentura team. Kathy joins us as Sales Co-ordinator and is excited to get involved and work within the fire industry as this is something she has not been involved with before. Kathy started her career in sales and marketing over 25 years ago at Mars. Before…
Read MoreStaying BBQ safe this summer!
With the heatwave continuing, it is a perfect opportunity to get out the BBQ and invite friends and family over to enjoy it. However, as great, and tasty BBQs are, they can also be dangerous if not used with caution. To avoid injuries or damage to property, Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service recommend following these…
Read MoreWhat is the new major fire risk?
Are you aware of the dangers that electrical devices pose to us and those around us? Today, we are all mindful of the environment and how important it is to reduce the impact whilst retaining mobility, this has seen a big increase in electrically powered transport. In addition, includes new personal modes of transport for…
Read MoreWhat fire risk do e-cigarettes carry?
What fire risk do e-cigarettes carry? E-cigarettes are becoming increasingly common, with many converting to their usage from normal cigarettes thanks to their lack of tobacco and the variety of flavours that are also available. However, while they don’t use flames, they are still identified as a major fire risk due to the lithium-ion batteries…
Read MoreTransport for London bans e-scooters
The London Fire Brigade has backed Transport for London’s ban on private e-scooters, which prevents them from being taken in to the capital’s transport network. Following a few incidents of privately own e-scooters catching fire on TfL services, a review took place by TfL which found that the incidents that occurred were caused by defective…
Read MoreAviva issues warnings surrounding battery fires
Insurance company, Aviva is warning their customers to take extra care when charging electrical devices after multiple home fire claims have been made caused by both chargers and batteries during 2021. According to Aviva, “multiple home fire claims this year have been linked to faulty, damaged, or incorrect chargers, or items which were left to…
Read MoreElectrical items pose major fire risks
Electrical items pose some major fire risks that many of us may leave ourselves open to without realising it. Lithium-ion batteries are a common part of everyday life, at home and at work. They are used in power tools, computers, personal devices, scooters and bikes, cars, and much more. The dangers they pose are prominent…
Read MoreWhat fire safety documents should be displayed within the workplace?
Most fires are preventable. Those responsible for workplaces and other buildings to which the public have access can avoid them by taking responsibility for and adopting the right behaviours and procedures. We take look at five of the most important fire safety documents to display in your work premises: Health and Safety Law Poster Health…
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