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What 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…
Read MoreFirechief Hot Work Kit
Firechief’s ‘all in one’ kit has been developed especially for contractors and tradesmen who carry out Hot Work on site. Each Hot Work Kit contains everything needed to do Hot Work safely – all wrapped up in a handy carry-to-site bag. Firechief has three different types of the Hot Work Kits as follows: Firechief Hot…
Read MoreShepherd’s Bush high-rise fire caused by e-bike
London Fire Brigade (LFB) firefighters have issued an urgent e-bike safety warning following a serious blaze at a block of flats in Shepherd’s Bush on 22nd June. LFB said, “at the height of the incident, 60 firefighters were tackling the fire in a 12th floor flat. Fire crews led six people to safety and one…
Read MoreIt’s Home Fire Safety Week 2022!
The National Fire Chief’s Council (NFCC) is highlighting the importance of fire safety within the home during Home Fire Safety Week which runs from 13th June – 19th June. The campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage people to assess the fire safety risks in their home, ensuring they have appropriate and adequate fire detection…
Read MoreInsurance companies issues warnings as more and more battery chargers lead to fires
Lithium-ion batteries are a common part of everyday life – at home and at work – and as a result, Lithium battery fires are also a growing problem. There has been a massive increase in awareness of the risks they pose over the last 3 years, and they are now recognised as a serious fire…
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