Fire and security compliance can be confusing. We write about it in plain English — so you can understand what's actually required, and make confident decisions about your buildings.
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From understanding legislation to practical how-to guides — written by people who actually do this work every day.
Martyn's Law received Royal Assent in April 2025. Here's what the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act means for your security obligations — and what to do before it comes into force.
AFFF extinguishers containing PFAS chemicals were banned from July 2025. Find out if your extinguishers are affected and what you should replace them with.
The new regulations come into force on 6 April 2026. Here's what they require and what you need to do to prepare.
There's no single legal answer — but there are clear rules about when one must be reviewed. This guide explains exactly what's required.
The RRFSO places significant legal duties on the Responsible Person. Here's what that means in plain English — and what you're actually required to do.
The most common reasons fire doors don't perform as designed, and a practical inspection checklist for facilities managers.
When access control is enough, when you need an intruder alarm, and how to think about layered security for your buildings.
Breaking down the two main Health Technical Memoranda for fire safety in healthcare premises — and what each one requires in practice.
What effective fire warden training looks like, how frequently it should be refreshed, and what records you need to keep.