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4 Tips for Safely Charging Your Electric Car at Home
4 Tips for Safely Charging Your Electric Car at Home With the rise of electric cars, charging has become a talking point with people trying to get the best prices and stay safe. Following on from our last blog about Economy 7 and overnight charging, we’re sharing 4 tips to charge your electric car safely…
Read MoreEconomy 7 and Off-Peak Tariffs: Money Saver or Hidden Danger
Economy 7 and Off-Peak Tariffs: Money Saver or Hidden Danger Economy 7 tariffs are currently offered by all major energy companies and work on the premise that you will pay less to use energy during off-peak hours. But is it encouraging people to charge their devices while they are out or asleep? And are people…
Read MoreBBQ Fires: Powder Extinguishers vs Foam Extinguishers vs Fire Blankets
In an ideal world there would be no BBQ fires. We’d be able to enjoy our fair weather treat in peace without the fear of fire, however, it’s an ever-present issue that we should all consider. Also in an ideal world, we’d all have an array of safety products to protect us should the worst…
Read MoreHow to have a happy and safe festive season!
After the challenges of 2022, many people have already got into the spirit of the festive season and homes across the UK are twinkling with fairy lights and Christmas cheer. But it’s important to make sure that along with the fun, you aren’t taking dangerous risks with your safety. Here are some tips to keep…
Read MoreIt’s National Burn Awareness Day 2022!
Wednesday 13th October is National Burn Awareness Day. The Children’s Burns Trust works alongside the British Burn Association to raise awareness and grow the momentum of National Burn Awareness Day each year. Across the board scalds in children and adults are the most common cause of burn injury, representing 43% of acute burn injuries It…
Read MoreWhat is a fire blanket and how does it work?
What is a fire blanket? A fire blanket is a simple fire safety product stored in either a soft or rigid case. Designed to tackle small, contained kitchen fires, they are installed in domestic, educational, residential, and industrial kitchens. A standard fire blanket can withstand a temperature of up to 900 degrees. How does it…
Read MoreWhat does PASS stand for in fire safety?
What is the PASS fire extinguisher method? PASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep and refers to the correct and safest way to extinguish a fire using a fire extinguisher. It is a useful way to remember each step when it comes to extinguishing a fire. You can also watch our video to see the…
Read MoreCommon fire extinguisher mistakes to avoid
How to use a fire extinguisher Should the situation arise where you are faced with a fire, the fear can be overwhelming, and it can be hard to think straight – all that is at the front of the mind is how to stop the spread of the fire. Fire extinguishers are actually easy to…
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…
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