Free Fire Risk Assessment Forms FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT provides some excellent fire safety risk assessment resources including a free risk assessment form. Their site provides a comprehensive online guide to completing a fire risk assessment including reference to the legal requirements. Download … [Read more...] about Free Fire Risk Assessment Forms
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25 Must-See YouTube Videos About Fire Prevention
25 Must-See YouTube Videos About Fire Prevention Another great article from the Blog Fire Science Degree Fires can start at any time, and almost anywhere. Without the proper precautions, even a home you think is safe can turn into a fire trap. It’s important to be aware of the hazards that you … [Read more...] about 25 Must-See YouTube Videos About Fire Prevention
Beware of independence on Independence Day
Beware of independence on Independence Day Great and timely article from our sister site in the US – www.safetyrisk.net Beware of independence on Independence Day While fireworks provide momentous entertainment, there are obvious inherent hazards. While parents keep young children away … [Read more...] about Beware of independence on Independence Day
30 Top sites to teach kids about fire safety
30 Top sites to teach kids about fire safety Another great articles sent to us by Sally at FIRE SCIENCE DEGREE According to a report by the Home Safety Council, fires and burns are the third leading cause of unintentional home injury and related deaths. In 2003, 80 percent of fires in the U.S. … [Read more...] about 30 Top sites to teach kids about fire safety
Photoelectric vs Ionization – What Is the Best Type of Smoke Detector
Smoke Alarms—Ionisation or Photoelectric? The purpose of a smoke alarm is to sense the presence of smoke in the home and to audibly alert the occupants, to give them time to escape to a safe place. Download the Fact Sheet from NPA: [download id="105"] Photoelectric smoke alarms are much faster at … [Read more...] about Photoelectric vs Ionization – What Is the Best Type of Smoke Detector
Thermographic Scanning
Thermographic Scanning Thermographic scanning (also known as Infra Red scanning) is used as a predictive maintenance tool for plant and machinery. This technology has particular application for electrical systems and has the ability to identify electrical connections that could … [Read more...] about Thermographic Scanning
UK National Chip Week: Fire Safety in the Kitchen
UK National Chip Week: Fire Safety in the Kitchen Guest Post Whether you’re a lover of the ‘chip shop chip’ or a fan of the French fry, us Brits just can’t seem to resist the potato treat. So much so, in fact, that more than 1.6 million tonnes of potatoes are made into chips every year in … [Read more...] about UK National Chip Week: Fire Safety in the Kitchen
Health and Safety Training – A Safer Workplace for Everyone
Health and Safety Training - A Safer Workplace for Everyone By Renu Rohila Be it our homes or workplaces, accidents and health hazards are commonplace. Health and Safety Training is essential as it will minimize the chances of several mishaps and unexpected accidents. At workplaces, employers must … [Read more...] about Health and Safety Training – A Safer Workplace for Everyone
Fire Pit Safety
Fire Pit Safety Fire pits have become very popular lately. The warmth and joy that radiates from the open fire can make parties, intimate gatherings and simple marshmallow roasts the most sought-after and enjoyable activities of the spring, summer and autumn months. However, fire pits … [Read more...] about Fire Pit Safety
Wood-Burning Fireplace Safety
Wood-Burning Fireplace Safety Winter is just around the corner for our Northern Hemisphere, and that means a roaring fire in the fireplace for many people. Unfortunately, improper fireplace use is a major cause of house fires and fire-related injuries every year. Thankfully, there are … [Read more...] about Wood-Burning Fireplace Safety