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If you run a holiday let, Airbnb, B&B, guest house, or short-term rental, fire safety is your legal responsibility. Many people think fire safety rules only apply to hotels, but if you charge guests to stay in your property and...

Choosing the correct fire extinguisher is an important part of fire safety for businesses, landlords, and property managers. Many premises have extinguishers installed, but not everyone understands which type is actually suitable for their risks. Using the wrong extinguisher can...

England is introducing a major new fire safety law to improve how people in residential buildings are protected and supported if a fire breaks out. The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 will come into force on 6th April...

Fire safety enforcement in the UK is a serious matter. If a business or building owner fails to comply with fire safety legislation, the local Fire and Rescue Authority has the power to take formal action. Two of the most...

A fire risk assessment is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your people, property and business continuity. While it’s easy to think of fire safety as something that only matters in an emergency, the truth is...

Fire safety is a vital part of protecting people, property, and businesses. In the UK, two key pieces of legislation define how fire safety is managed: The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and The Fire Safety Act 2021. Together,...

In the UK, fire safety regulations are underpinned by a principle that’s often overlooked outside the industry – compartmentation. It’s a cornerstone of passive fire protection, designed not just to protect buildings, but more importantly, to save lives. What is...

The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 came into force on 23 January 2023 and are centred around the additional fire safety measures required in residential buildings. The fire safety measures required depend on the building’s height. For any multi-occupied residential...