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A big hats off to the Fire and Rescue Setvices who responded to the fire in Laleham Rd this morning.

Stay safe in 2019. Ensure that a fire risk assessment of your commercial premises is carried out and that it is kept up to date. For more information contact us on 02039119334.

So who's actually responsible for fire safety?
Well in fact everyone is responsible but ultimately you’re responsible for fire safety in your business or other non-domestic premises if you’re:
• an employer... • the owner • the landlord • an occupier • anyone else with control of the premises, for example a facilities manager, building manager, managing agent, or risk assessor
To find out more contact our team on 02039119334.
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As we head into the colder months, we all want to stay warm but it is especially important to ensure that we also stay safe.
The Responsible Person for fire safety in the workplace such as employers, building owners or occupiers, managing agents, etc. must ensure that a fire risk assessment of the premises is carried out and that it is kept up to date. The risk assessment should be carried out by a suitably competent person who can adequately assess the risk of fire in the ...workplace.
Based on the findings of the assessment, the responsible person will need to ensure that adequate and appropriate fire safety measures are in place to minimise the risk of injury, or loss of life in the event of a fire.
To help prevent fire in the workplace, your risk assessment should identify what could cause a fire to start, i.e. sources of ignition (heat or sparks) and substances that burn, and the people who may be at risk. Once the risks have been identified, you can take appropriate action to control them. Consider whether you can avoid them altogether or, if this is not possible, how you can reduce the risks and manage them.
Also consider how you will protect people if there is a fire: • Keep sources of ignition and flammable substances apart • Avoid accidental fires, e.g. make sure heaters cannot be knocked over • Always ensure good housekeeping, e.g. avoid a build-up of rubbish that could be ignited by others (arson) • Consider how to detect fires and how to warn people quickly if they start, e.g. by installing smoke alarms (in domestic premises), fire detection and alarm systems (in commercial premises) • Have the correct fire-fighting equipment in place for putting a fire out quickly (ensure that all staff receive training in the identification and correct use of fire extinguishers) • Always keep fire exits and escape routes clearly marked and unobstructed • Ensure your workers receive appropriate training on procedures they need to follow, including fire drills • Review and update your risk assessment regularly
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Did you know... we do Fire Alarms?
As an independent company, we are able to install and offer a wide range of fire detection equipment including fire alarms.
Our skilled and qualified project managers can visit your site at no expense to you and undertake a full evaluation of your exact requirements, carry out a site survey where required, produce a detailed report, and design specifications quotation with various options for you to consider.
... All systems and installations meet relevant British Standards.
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It is often said that safety is everybody's responsibility and we couldn't agree more. This is especially true in the workplace. To give you all the tools you need we will be providing suggestions, tips and advice on how to ensure your workplace is fire safe. This week we will discuss what you can do to make certain that you minimise the fire risk in your place of work.
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At SFS FIRE we really care about your safety and we know that prevention is better than cure. So with that in mind we will be sharing some tips, tricks and other important information to ensure you stay safe in the workplace.

How fires start
Fires need three things to start - a source of ignition (heat), a source of fuel (something that burns) and oxygen. The possible sources of ignition include heaters, lighting, naked flames (matches, candles, etc.), electrical equipment, smokers’ materials (cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco) and anything else that can get very hot or cause sparks; Fuel can be solid and include things like wood, paper, plastic, rubber or foam, loose packaging materials, waste rub...bish and furniture. Fuel can also be a flammable liquid such as petrol, solvents, oils or fats. Other sources of fuel include flammable gases and flammable metals; Oxygen is found all around us. It is one of the most important elements on planet Earth. Oxygen makes up around 21% of the Earth's atmosphere and 50% of the mass of the Earth's crust. Oxygen is one of the atoms that makes up water (H2O)
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While we do our bit to help prevent such incidents here in the UK – Taryn Kirk (nee Smyth) is fighting fires and saving lives – over the pond – in the USA.
Taryn, who is direct family of SFS FIRE management, was recently honoured with the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department’s Life Saving Award for her valiant efforts in saving the life of a man who was overcome by the smoke in a blazing apartment.
Read the full story
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“If it appreciates, buy it. If it depreciates, lease it.”
The outright costs of fire alarm system installation can sometimes make business owners feel reluctant to buy, due to the impact it has on cash flow and the potential requirement to source external funding. These concerns often result in businesses opting for cheaper and less sustainable fire safety equipment.
To assist our customers we now offer the option of leasing your fire alarm installation to eligible clients.
... Contact us today on 02039119334
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We are so glad no one was hurt in this blaze and it goes to show the devastation that a fire can cause.
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Are you a fire safety wizz? Take our quick quiz and you could win a Fire Safety Log Book for your business.
https://goo.gl/Szsiuf

Last Saturday SFS Fire and Hurricanes Dragon Boat Club held the second Clash of the Dragons Charity race at Silver Wing Lake. For all the winners and more see https://goo.gl/GKTi6n

Are you a fire safety wizz? Take our quick quiz and you could win a Fire Safety Log Book for your business.
https://goo.gl/Szsiuf

At SFS Fire we understand that running a commercial enterprise is never easy. To assist our customers we now offer the option of leasing your fire alarm installation to eligible clients. To find out more contact us on 02039119334.