Fire Extinguisher Ratings Explained
When you look at the front of a fire extinguisher, you will see a large, bold code printed above the instructions. It usually looks…
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What is a Class D Fire?
Most of us know the basics of fire safety. We know that wood burns (Class A) and flammable liquids burn (Class B). However, there…
AFD Fire: What is Automatic Fire Detection and Do You Need It?
In the fire safety industry, we frequently use acronyms. We talk about FRAs (Fire Risk Assessments), extinguishers, and call points. However, one of the…
ASET vs RSET: The Critical Calculation for Fire Safety
We’ve all seen them: the little red boxes on the walls of corridors, stairwells, and by every exit. They are the most recognisable, hands-on…
What Is a Manual Call Point?
We’ve all seen them: the little red boxes on the walls of corridors, stairwells, and by every exit. They are the most recognisable, hands-on…
Know Your Fire Safety Signs: A Clear Guide to Colours and Meanings
In the confusion and panic of a fire, clear instructions can be the difference between a safe evacuation and a tragedy. Fire safety signs…
What Is in a Blue Fire Extinguisher?
When you see a fire extinguisher, the colour of its label provides a vital, instant clue to its contents and what kind of fire…
Combustible materials catch fire through direct contact with flames
It seems like the most obvious statement in fire safety: if you touch a flame to something that can burn, it will catch fire.…
Foam Extinguisher Should Not Be Used On…
Foam fire extinguishers, easily identified by their cream-coloured label, are one of the most common and versatile extinguishers found in UK workplaces. They are…
What Information Does a Fire Action Plan Contain?
In the panic and confusion of a fire, clear instructions are essential for saving lives. A Fire Action Plan, often seen on a “Fire…