Did you know the 12 months leading to April 2019 there were 613 fires affecting hotels? These included 103 deliberate fires, 60 non-fatal casualties and 1 fatality. There is a growing reliance on automatic fire detection systems being included in any new fire safety plan, however this can often be poorly designed or installed […]
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Keep Your Retail Premises Secure
Did you know, latest figures within the retail sector show a growth in all major types of theft and damage. This has seen a 40% increase in incidents, which are largely driven by “customer theft” that accounted to 98% of all types of incidents by numbers. We want to help reduce crime across the […]
The 5 Main Types of Fire Suppression
We know from experience that choosing the correct fire suppression system for your organisation can be a bit of a minefield. It is important to understand the different systems and which type of system is required to protect your specific high risk area. This is why we have put together our brief guide, outlining the […]
What to Consider When Upgrading Your Fire Alarm
You may have had your fire alarm in place for many years and undergo regular maintenance visits, however do you know when your system is due an upgrade? As systems grow older they become increasingly more unreliable and prone to failure putting your people and property at risk. UK Fire and Rescue services attend over […]
Summer Time Fire Quiz
Summer is here and as the weather heats up we hope you’re looking forward to a weekend in the sun. Barbeques at the ready, drinks flowing and maybe even a swim to cool off. As temperatures rise we wanted to give you our Summer Time Fire Quiz! Pass it around the office and see who […]
Myth-Busting Access Control Systems
Access control systems are one of the hottest topics within the security industry and for that reason, it’s also one of the most misunderstood. We wanted to ensure you understood the facts from the myths with the truth to the top 5 Access Control myths. Here’s The Truth To The Top 5 Access Control […]
Keep Your School Safe This Summer
The National Fire Chiefs Council have stated that the government should make it mandatory for all new build and refurbished schools to have sprinklers installed. England is currently lagging behind Scotland and Wales for including sprinklers in building designs, with only one in five new build schools having sprinklers installed. Latest figures show UK fires […]
Why YOU Should Monitor Your Security Alarm
Did you know that business crime directly affects between a quarter and a third of UK businesses annually. With more and more Ram-raids being in the news, protecting your business from crime has never been more important. Don’t stop at just an alarm system, monitoring your alarm will provide you further protection 365 days a […]
Your Quick Guide to Staying Secure This Summer
As the summer days approach, we look forward to warmer conditions and longer daylight hours. It can be easy to forget about our security needs. Therefore, we have come up with our top 5 security tips to ensure your premises stay secure. Stay Secure With Our Top 5 Tips 1. Clear Obstructions From Your CCTV […]
Summer Fire Safety—Stay Protected This Summer
Summer is here and if its anything like last year, it’s lining up to be a scorcher. Increases in temperature is all well and good while you are out sunbathing, however, it also brings an increase in fire hazards. The best way to deal with a fire… is to prevent it! Reduce Your Summer Time […]
