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Passive Fire Protection 5 min read

Understanding Fire Door Compliance: What Responsible Persons Need to Know

Fire doors are a critical component of passive fire protection. This article explains the key requirements for fire door compliance, common defects found during inspections, and what responsible persons should be doing to maintain their fire door stock.

Christopher White 15 March 2026
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Passive Fire Protection5 min read

Understanding Fire Door Compliance: What Responsible Persons Need to Know

Fire doors are a critical component of passive fire protection. This article explains the key requirements for fire door compliance, common defects found during inspections, and what responsible persons should be doing to maintain their fire door stock.

Christopher White·15 Mar 2026
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Fire Risk Assessments4 min read

Construction Phase Fire Risk Assessments: Why They Matter

Construction sites present unique fire risks that differ significantly from occupied buildings. This article explains why construction phase fire risk assessments are essential and what they should cover.

Paul Williams·1 Mar 2026
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Passive Fire Protection6 min read

Fire Compartmentation: Why It Matters and How to Maintain It

Fire compartmentation is the division of a building into fire-resisting compartments to limit the spread of fire and smoke. This article explains the principles of compartmentation and why regular surveys are essential.

Christopher White·15 Feb 2026
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Health & Safety5 min read

Health and Safety in the Workplace: Key Obligations for Employers

Employers have a legal duty to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees. This article outlines the key obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations.

Matt Sewell·1 Feb 2026
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Fire Safety Training4 min read

Fire Warden Training: What It Covers and Why It Is Important

Fire wardens play a critical role in workplace fire safety. This article explains what fire warden training covers, who needs it, and how often it should be refreshed.

Christopher White·15 Jan 2026
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Fire Engineering5 min read

Emergency Evacuation Plans: Best Practice for Complex Buildings

Complex buildings such as hospitals, schools, and multi-storey residential blocks require carefully planned evacuation strategies. This article covers the key elements of an effective emergency evacuation plan.

Paul Williams·1 Jan 2026

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