Fire Safety Equipment

Fire Safety Equipment: Buying Guide

Fire safety is extremely important in any workplace, and every employer has a duty to focus on fire safety for employees. When you own or manage a business, it is your responsibility to ensure that your workplace is in compliance with all mandated safety and health regulations, that you ensure the safety of your workforce and protect your business establishment. One of your main concerns should be fire prevention in the workplace, regardless of the type of business that you operate or the number of employees that you have.

There are a few essential fire safety tips that employers should follow:

• Have clear fire escape routes posted on every floor.


• Brief every employee on the procedures to follow in emergencies and the location of escape routes and exits.


• Hold fire drills regularly.


• Test your evacuation alert system frequently.


• Make provisions for disabled employees, as part of inclusive fire safety at workplace sites.


• Install and maintain Fire Safety Equipment.

We offer a complete range of Fire Safety Equipment to help protect your employees and your business if a fire occurs. It goes without saying how important fire safety in the workplace is. Navigate through our categories to find the right equipment for you. We are sure that you will find what you are looking for, including cost-effective but reliable products for fire safety at workplace sites.

Discover more with our Fire Safety Solutions Guide, find out everything you ever wanted to know about fire safety. This page covers what you need to know to pass inspections, evacuation procedures and fire prevention techniques. We have created this guide to give you detailed information about all areas of fire safety and to ensure that you are prepared for any fire emergencies that may occur.

Fire safety solutions, products and insights

Our selection of Escape & Evacuation Equipment offers you the products that you need to help you safely evacuate a building if a fire occurs. . These are products that provide an evacuation alert system, including escape route planning kits, escape route signage, and evacuation chairs which ensure that people who are less able can get to safety. We offer an extensive range of Fire Extinguishers which are a necessity in any workplace or home, our range covers devices to tackle all types of fire, including paper, wood, combustible metals, flammable liquids, flammable gases and electrical fires.

We also offer an extensive range of Fire Extinguishers which are a necessity in any workplace or home. Our range of fire safety for employees products covers devices to tackle all types of fire, including paper, wood, combustible metals, flammable liquids, flammable gases and electrical fires.

Equipment to deliver fire safety solutions

No matter what type of facility you operate, we have a selection of Fire Alarms & Detectors to suit your fire safety solutions strategy. This includes detectors designed to activate due to smoke, carbon monoxide level and even increase in temperature. In this category, you will find complete fire safety equipment systems to install in your workplace, ensuring peace of mind for you and your employees that your workspace has optimal coverage. Gain a complete understanding of everything you need to know about fire alarms — and the fire safety legislation that covers them — with our Ultimate Fire Alarm Buyers Cheat Sheet. A comprehensive guide for all your fire alarm needs, detailing fire alarm inspections, what you need for a complete fire alarm system and how to carry out an effective fire alarm inspection and testing.

Additional products for fire safety at workplace

Fire safety for employees must also involve compliant safety products to supplement your basic fire management equipment.

For example, as part of our total fire safety equipment service, we also supply air horns and fire alarm boxes. We have a selection of Fire Door Equipment for automatically closing fire doors in the event of an emergency. The most popular of these is the Dorgard retainer, a well-known and trusted brand, just one of many such devices that will keep your doors operational in the direst of circumstances.

As a crucial part of fire safety for employees procedures, we also supply door seals, door closers, panic bolts and door stopper alarms that are activated when someone opens an emergency door.

We also offer a selection of Fire Equipment Cabinets and Stands & Trolleys to store your Fire Safety Equipment, including fire hose cabinets, fire extinguisher stands and stocked fire evacuation stations. To provide the essential products required for your fire response personnel, we stock a selection of Fire Officer Equipment, including fire warden kits, glow sticks, emergency horns and emergency whistles.

Policies, procedures and training for fire prevention in the workplace

Practicing thorough fire prevention in the workplace, purchasing the best fire safety equipment and putting into place a practical evacuation alert system are vital Health & Safety measures.

To keep track of fire incidents, to create risk assessment and fire evacuation plans, we offer a selection of Fire Log Books. These include document and log book holders, fire safety management packs and the resources necessary to record and implement your fire safety strategy. To help control localised fires. For instance, we are a supplier of individual Fire Blankets, as well as kits that will enable you to tackle small fires at home or work with ease and confidence.

There is no room for complacency when it comes to fire prevention in the workplace, and being confident you have the correct fire safety equipment.

You can ensure people will be safe from fire by discovering all the key components to create your own fire risk assessment with our 29-minute expert guide. We offer a comprehensive, easy-to-read guide that includes information on everything you need to carry out an effective fire risk assessment and avoid fines, plus a handy downloadable template to get started now.

No matter how safety conscious you are, there is always the possibility of an unexpected fire in your workplace. It is important to keep abreast of all relevant fire safety regulations and have the appropriate Fire Safety Equipment at your premises. Train and regularly refresh your employees on fire safety procedures, and always keep your Fire Safety Equipment in good order.

For more in-depth information about the role of a fire warden and other important fire safety topics, we have created the Fire Evacuation - Guide to Surviving Fire Emergencies which will give you a comprehensive understanding of fire safety in the workplace.

FAQs

Why should I train my employees on how to use Fire Safety Equipment?

If you train your employees on how to use Fire Safety Equipment, they will have the ability to deal with a fire emergency without confusion or panic. People will calmly leave the premises, while any employees designated to respond to emergencies will carry out their responsibilities properly. Without proper training, your employees and property in a fire emergency might be exposed to extreme risk.

Which types of Fire Safety Equipment do I need?

The specific types of Fire Safety Equipment that you need will depend on the type of industry that you are in and the characteristics of the building where your business is located. You should undertake a risk assessment of your business to determine the best locations to situate your Fire Safety Equipment.

Which Fire Safety Equipment regulations and legislation should I be familiar with?

There are many resources online that outline your legal responsibilities when it comes to fire safety in the workplace. The regulatory reform order 2005 which covers general fire safety is of major importance in this regard. For those working around hazardous chemicals that with misuse can lead to fires, the dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002 (DSEAR) contains essential knowledge to ensure that you comply with safety directives.

The Health and Safety Executive have a wealth of knowledge and a comprehensive guide to fire safety in the workplace, they outline the expectations and responsibilities of the individual when it comes to preparing for and dealing with fires at work, this is discussed in depth on their website.

What fire prevention strategies should I use?

The answer to how to prevent fires in workplaces depends on the type of building and operations you have. Your fire prevention measures may include proper storage equipment, an evacuation alert system and training your employees.