Lithium-Ion batteries. A guide to the fire risk that isn’t going away but can be managed
May 17, 2024
A guide to the fire risk that isn’t going away but can be managed. An e-book from IFSEC Insider and in association with Firechief® Global Read More
May 17, 2024
A guide to the fire risk that isn’t going away but can be managed. An e-book from IFSEC Insider and in association with Firechief® Global Read More
February 15, 2024
In this article, Natalie Sellar, Managing Associate at Addleshaw Goddard, looks at the Safety Risk Regulations that came into force on 16 January, and provides further detail on how those responsible must manage safety risks at occupied higher-risk buildings. Read More
February 14, 2024
IFSEC Insider hears from Hannah Eales, Partner at legal firm, Kingsley Napley, who provides an overview of fire safety notices, what they are and what happens if not complied with. Read More
February 1, 2024
Dr Tony Cash, an independent chartered Engineer and International President of the Rail Industry Fire Association sets out top considerations for the planning, design and conduct of major emergency exercises in rail transport. Read More
January 2, 2024
With growing anti-social behaviour, staff shortages, increasing regulations as well as continued difficult traditions conditions, 2024 promises to be another […] Read More
November 28, 2023
Helen Hewitt, CEO of BWF’s Fire Door Alliance discusses why certified fire doors and correct installation is the most important way to track fire door performance for building safety. Read More
November 22, 2023
Is the fragmented nature of fire safety enforcement and a lack of centralised guidance muddying the waters of the new regime? Read More
November 15, 2023
A culture of misleading product information and ‘cheapest and fastest’ needs to be replaced with transparency and planned specification. Read More
November 9, 2023
How we learn lessons effectively from fire tragedies and near misses was the subject of a panel discussion at the Fire Conference 2023. Read More
November 7, 2023
Much is talked about the golden thread of building information, but what exactly is it, how should it be organised and who should have access? Read More
October 27, 2023
Here we cover some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding lithium-ion batteries and the fire risk they present. Read More
October 24, 2023
Examines the issue of fire alarm fatigue and outlining useful steps those responsible can take to minimise the occurrence of false alarms. Read More
October 19, 2023
A new testing regime for upholstered furniture is set to replace the current regulations, in a bid to balance fire safety against the hazard of chemical fire retardants, as Ron Alalouff reports. Read More
September 29, 2023
Andrea White provides a view on the the gap between building complexity and competence in fire safety and why it is increasing. Read More
September 28, 2023
IFSEC Insider hears from Catherine Henney and Charlotte Wood from Eversheds Sutherland who explore the fire safety legal framework and guidance. Read More
September 22, 2023
Why scare tactics don't seem to have worked when it comes to fire safety and the impetus is on businesses to see measures as an investment. Read More