As we reported previously, the root cause of the fatal Rosepark carehome fire has been traced back to its construction. But the inquiry also cited management failures as a major contributing factor.
What’s the story?
Published 08.06.2011
According to recent research, many businesses have failed to complete a fire drill and train staff in their emergency arrangements. Why is this so important, and how should you organise it?
Published 06.05.2010
A colleague has told you that you need to make sure all of your staff can evacuate your premises within two minutes of the fire alarm sounding. Is this really the case, and if so, how can you ensure
you achieve this?
Published 02.07.2007
A colleague has told you that changes to fire laws require you to complete a full fire drill every three months. You’re not convinced, as it sounds a bit over the top. Are they right and how can you
get the most out of the exercise?
Published 12.02.2007
The managing agent of your shared building carries out a fire drill every six months. Unfortunately the date of the next planned drill is inconvenient. Can you refuse to participate?
Published 07.06.2016
Three companies have been fined a combined total of £670,000 after each pleaded guilty to fire safety offences which occurred during construction work on student accommodation. What should have been
done to avoid this?
Published 12.03.2020
To ensure that staff and visitors have sufficient information to enable them to evacuate your premises safely in the event of an emergency, why not use our new emergency plan document?
Published 22.04.2009
A visiting fire officer has mentioned that you should have a drawing showing the layout of the building and your fire precautions. Why do you need one and what does it need to cover?
Published 07.11.2011
A stock car venue has been fined for breaching health and safety standards which put its visitors at risk, including leaving fire exits locked. How else did it fall foul of enforcing officers?
Published 29.01.2018
High street retailer, New Look, has just been hit with a record £400,000 fine, following a fire at one of its stores. What happened?
Published 04.01.2010