Deaths from Fires in the UK are on the Decline

Fire deaths are falling in the UK. Figures published this August by the government show that death as a result of fire is 6% down on last year’s statistics. Improved safety measures and greater awareness about the dangers of fire are the main reasons behind this good...

Fire Safety is Essential for All Landlords

A good landlord should always make sure that the tenant’s safety is paramount. A recent case highlighted by the Fire Industry Association (FIA) revealed that a Leamington landlord was fined £10,744 by Nuneaton magistrates for disregarding fire safety rules and...

Store Your Chemicals Safely

The recent news from China about catastrophic warehouse explosions highlights the dangers inherent in the storage of dangerous chemicals. Firefighters have died as a result of the Tianjin explosion, and those fighting the blaze in the city of Zibo have had to deal...

Owner of Belper B&B ordered to pay out £24,000

The owner of a Belper bed and breakfast has been ordered to pay out more than £24,000 after breaching fire safety rules according to Belper News. Neil Wayne, owner of Cedars Guest House on Field Lane, pleaded guilty at Derby magistrates’ court to four breaches. A...