October 25, 2026
Fire safety in the workplace: a practical guide for UK businesses
Fire safety in the workplace explained: the law, fire risk assessments, alarms, escape routes, training and good housekeeping, plus a simple checklist.
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October 25, 2026
How to choose a commercial CCTV installer: 9 questions to ask
Choosing a commercial CCTV installer? Nine questions to ask about NSI approval, image quality, remote viewing, GDPR, maintenance and taking over old systems.
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October 25, 2026
Open protocol vs closed protocol fire alarms: what it means for your business
What open and closed protocol fire alarm systems are, the pros and cons of each, and the questions to ask before you buy or take over a system.
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October 25, 2026
How to choose a fire alarm company: 8 questions to ask
Choosing a fire alarm company for your business? The 8 questions to ask about approvals, engineers, servicing reports, open protocol panels and takeovers.
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October 25, 2026
Commercial fire alarm systems: a plain-English guide for businesses
How commercial fire alarm systems work, conventional vs addressable vs wireless, the BS 5839-1 categories, monitoring and servicing, explained in plain English.
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October 25, 2026
Types of fire extinguishers: a UK guide for businesses
The five main types of fire extinguisher in the UK, what each colour label means, which classes of fire they're for, and how many your business needs.
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October 25, 2026
BS 5839-1 explained: a plain-English guide for commercial building owners and managers
By Martin Lowe, Managing Director, SAFE Fire & Security Systems Ltd, Halesowen Last updated: 24 October 2026 The short answer: BS 5839-1 is the British Standard code of practice...
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October 25, 2026
How often should fire alarms be tested? A guide for UK businesses
Weekly call point tests, six-monthly servicing and yearly checks for commercial fire alarms in the UK, plus how to do the weekly test step by step.
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October 18, 2026
Types of Access Control Systems: Which One Suits Your Building?
Card, fob, PIN, mobile or biometric? A plain-English UK guide to access control systems, fire alarm door release, GDPR and choosing the right setup.
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October 17, 2026
Are mobility scooters a fire risk in your building?
Mobility scooter and lithium-ion battery fire safety for Responsible Persons: storage, charging, escape routes, detection and what to check.
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