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’s your responsibility to ensure that your workplace meets mandated safety and health regulations, protecting both the safety of your workforce and 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. Then, you also need readily available fire safety equipment too.

Here is more fire safety at workplace tips that employers should follow:

• Install and maintain enough fire safety equipment for your building.


• Site and store fire safety equipment correctly, with clear signage.


• Have clear fire escape routes posted on every floor.


• Brief every employee on the procedures to follow in emergencies, the location of escape routes and exits, and proper use of fire safety equipment.


• Hold fire drills regularly.


• Test your evacuation alert system frequently.


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

We offer a complete range of fire safety equipment to help protect your employees and your business if a fire occurs. We are sure that you will find what you are looking for, including cost effective but reliable products to support your fire safety at workplace strategy.
Discover more with our Fire Safety Solutions Guide. 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 fire safety equipment, to ensure you’re prepared for any fire emergencies.

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 to deliver 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 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 and even increased 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 optimum 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. It’s 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. Our aim is to help you feel confident in buying and using the right fire safety equipment.

Additional products for fire safety at workplace

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

Proper equipment storage

Having your fire safety equipment stored properly is important, too. We offer a selection of Fire Equipment Cabinets and Stands & Trolleys to store your fire safety equipment in accessible locations. That includes fire hose cabinets, fire extinguisher stands and stocked fire evacuation stations. We also 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. However, you also need to deliver fire safety at workplace training and have other management controls in place.

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.

Also, proper checks and maintenance tasks for fire safety equipment are imperative, including replacing outdated products promptly. That even includes smaller or low volume fire safety equipment, such as products 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 compliancy when it comes to fire prevention in the workplace, and being confident you have the correct fire safety equipment. That includes being certain your fire safety equipment is in the ideal location for swift and decisive use.

How do you know the best place to install fire safety equipment?

It starts with creating your own fire risk assessment, and our 29 minute expert guide helps you with that. It’s 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. So, it’s 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 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 can use the correct fire safety equipment.

Which types of Fire Safety Equipment do I need?

The specific types of fire safety equipment you need depends on the type of industry you are in and the characteristics of your building. You must do a risk assessment 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. When working around hazardous chemicals (that with misuse can lead to fires), the dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002 (DSEAR) are relevant.
The HSE provides a comprehensive guide to fire safety in the workplace. It outlines expectations and responsibilities when preparing for and dealing with fires, to support your strategy and fire safety equipment purchasing.

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 obtaining proper storage equipment for flammable materials, ensuring you have compliant Fire Safety signs and training your employees in taking steps to manage fire and explosion risks, including correct use of fire safety equipment.