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Nothing says cosy more than a candle burning on a cold, winter evening. However, they are unfortunately a major cause of house fires. Candles are something everyone enjoys especially at this time of year but wherever they are in the house it is important to use them safely. Keep an eye on the candle It…

Every year around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries in UK homes are caused by faulty electrics and electrical equipment.  Almost half of all domestic fires are caused by electricity. And if you live in a privately rented property, statistics show that you are at a higher risk of electric shock. With regard to fire safety…

Every year around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries in UK homes are caused by faulty electrics and electrical equipment. Nearly 9/10 electrical fires are caused by products, either through misuse or faults. Here are 10 top tips to keep you safe when shopping online: Check the voltage of products is 230V, 50Hz (the UK’s usual…

All building owners and businesses must comply with The Fire Safety Order (FSO) to ensure the safety of the property and the people. The Fire Safety Order sets out several regulations and guidelines. Hotel owners need to both identify, and reduce, the risks of fire associated with specific buildings.  These are the areas that hotels…

We are officially at the time of year where the weather is getting colder and as some people continue to work from home, the London Fire Brigade is urging awareness of the increased fire risk when using portable heaters. Portable heaters are the most common solution to keeping warm, particularly if someone is spending a…

Watching fireworks is so much fun for children and adults. Figures show that the majority that get injured by fireworks are children at family or private parties. It is always advised to attend a well organised public display where it is safer, better for the environment and often less expensive to attend. Be safe not…

It’s that time of year again, Halloween! As fun as Halloween is for children it also poses a risk when it comes to fire safety.  We have put together some safety tips to make sure you have a safe but spooky and fun, Halloween. Children’s costumes are one of the greatest risks for injury at…

When it comes to purchasing a new home, fire safety is undoubtedly one of the last things on your mind, compared to working out where to put furniture, sorting out bedrooms and where to hang pictures etc! However, it is crucial to take time to consider and develop a fire safety plan for the new…

Today, Wednesday 13th October is National Burn Awareness Day. The day aims to raise awareness of the shocking number of people burned each day – the vast majority of which are preventable. It also helps to promote good first aid if a burn or scald does occur. The Children’s Burn Trust have put together downloadable…

Today, Wednesday 13th Otober is National Burn Awareness Day. The day aims to raise awareness of the shocking number of people burned each day – the vast majority of which are preventable. It also helps to promote good first aid if a burn or scald does occur. The Children’s Burn Trust have put together downloadable…