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Economy 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 MoreBBQs and Wildfires: How to Stay Safe
The increasing danger of wildfires across the UK and around the globe have been widely reported. If you type the words wildfire or disposable BBQ into a search engine there will be thousands upon thousands of results, news articles, and discussion pieces. But among the noise, what is that you actually need to know? And…
Read MoreStudent Fire Safety in PBSA: What you need to know
Student fire safety week highlights both the risks and innovations in the student housing sector. For many, going to college, university, or placements will be the first time they live away from home. For others, it will mean that it’s the first time they have their own space to cook, live, and meet new friends.…
Read MoreDifferent types of BBQs and their fire risks
BBQs are a mainstay of British summertime. Even when the weather is terrible, you’d be able to find a family huddled under a gazebo enjoying a burger or two and complaining about the rain (that’s probably happened more often than we’d like to admit with the weather we’ve had this summer!). But come rain or…
Read MoreWhat workplace fire safety products do I need?
Trying to keep employees, visitors, and workers safe is both a legal and moral obligation for business owners, health and safety officers, and the dedicated ‘responsible person’. But workplace fire safety can be a confusing issue! Different regulations, options, and innovations can be hard to keep on top of. We’re here to help, with the…
Read MoreHow can fire safety in schools be improved?
It might surprise many to learn that schools in England are nearly twice as likely to suffer from a fire as other types of commercial buildings, according to research from insurance company, Zurich Municipal. The insurer attributes this to a number of reasons including: The size of the buildings (and bigger and older schools were…
Read More5 Reasons why fire extinguishers need regular maintenance
Fire extinguishers perform a vital role in the suppression of small fires. As one of the first lines of defence against fire, it is the responsibility of the responsible person (RP) of a premises to ensure that all extinguishers are serviced in accordance with BS 5306-3. Corrosion An extinguisher cylinder is manufactured from steel or…
Read MoreWhat fire safety documents should be displayed in my workplace?
Those responsible for fire safety in workplaces and other buildings to which the public have access can avoid fire incidents by adopting the right behaviours and procedures. Here we take look at five of the most important fire safety documents which should be on display in your work premises: Health and Safety Law Poster Health…
Read MoreWhat is a Fire Safety Logbook?
The Firechief Fire Safety Logbook enables business and premises owners to record and maintain fire safety procedures and equipment required by legislation. It is a simple and effective way of ensuring faults are highlighted, equipment is tested regularly, and actions are taken to maintain fire safety. The logbook also communicates vital information to anyone who…
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…
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