Following a full review of the FRA Register Procedures, the new procedures have been launched. The revised scheme now allows members to remain on the register for 5 years before renewal is required. To access the new Policy, Application Forms and Guidance go to the Fire Risk Assessors Page.
Specialist supplier AEI Cables has won support from a major industry body for its campaign highlighting the need for the highest quality of cabling for use in sprinkler systems. The Institution of Fire Prevention Officers (IFPO) is supporting the call for the need to ensure reliable continuous power for sprinkler systems. New blocks of flats of…
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BSI would like to invite you and your organization to comment on the following drafts during their 8 week consultation period: PAS 79-1, Fire risk assessment – Part 1: Premises other than housing – Code of practice PAS 79-2, Fire risk assessment – Part 2: Housing – Code of practice A PAS (Publicly Available Specification) is a…
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8-week consultation on PAS 79-1 and PAS 79-2. PAS 79-1, Fire risk assessment – Part 1: Premises other than housing – Code of practice PAS 79-2, Fire risk assessment – Part 2: Housing – Code of practice
“The National Executive Council support new medical or research centres/departments being set up to combat the Coronavirus, requiring fire installation, commissioning and risk assessment like the Excel centre, now the Nightingale hospital (London). However, we strongly urge members involved to take all appropriate protection measures against COVID 19 including working 2-metres apart, frequent washing of…
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Effective protection relies on having the best alarms correctly installed. So the free Expert Installer training scheme from Aico is designed to make sure Electrical Contractors and Gas Safety Engineers have all the information they need to install domestic Fire and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Systems. Not only do we offer Expert Installer Training online, we…
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Testing and Maintenance Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on 23 March 2020, it is imperative that people living and working in the built environment are safe, and are kept safe, regardless of the current COVID-19 lockdown conditions. Currently, there is no relaxation of fire safety legislation and it is the responsibility of the responsible person…
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Webinar – 6 May 2020 at 10:30am BS8629 is a new code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of evacuation alert systems. This new British Standard provides guidance on how to install a communication system that advises residents of flats to evacuate. This standard exists to help ensure that systems are fit for purpose…
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Specialist supplier AEI Cables is highlighting the need for the highest quality of cabling for use in sprinkler systems being fitted as part of new fire safety initiatives for high-rise buildings. https://bdaily.co.uk/articles/2020/03/02/highest-quality-cabling-removes-sprinkler-systems-risk-says-aei-cables