Fire Alarm Maintenance Requirements — BS 5839-1:2025
Everything you need to know about BS 5839-1:2025 fire alarm maintenance requirements — service visit frequency, what's included, battery replacement schedules, and legal duties for duty holders.
How Often Do Fire Alarms Need Servicing in Norfolk?
A plain-English guide to fire alarm servicing requirements for Norfolk businesses — covering BS 5839-1:2025, inspection intervals, and what happens if your system isn't maintained.
Who Is Responsible for Fire Alarms in Commercial Properties?
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the "responsible person" must ensure fire alarms are installed, maintained, and tested. This guide explains who that is and what they must do.
2026 Fire Door Standard Changes
Fire door regulations are being strengthened in 2026. BS EN 1634-1 replaces BS 476, BS 8214 is updated, and Building Safety Act accountability is tightened. What building owners and landlords need to know.
Emergency Lighting Systems Explained
Everything you need to know about emergency lighting — BS 5266-1:2025, BS EN 1838:2024, types of fittings, testing requirements, and what properties need emergency lighting by law.
Portable Fire Extinguisher Maintenance: What Every Business Needs to Know
Fire extinguishers are only effective when properly commissioned and maintained. Learn about commissioning, anti-tamper tags, O-ring checks, weighing, CO2 stretch tests, and BS 5306 compliance.
BS 9792:2025 — The New Standard for Residential Fire Risk Assessments
BS 9792:2025 replaced PAS 79-2 in August 2025. What changed for blocks of flats, HMOs, and student accommodation — including flat entrance doors, compartmentation, and Building Safety Act alignment.
Small Business Fire Safety Checklist
A practical checklist to ensure your small business meets all fire safety requirements — legal duties, fire detection, escape routes, equipment, staff training, and documentation.
Why BAFE Registration Is Not a Reliable Indicator of Quality
BAFE is a paid commercial registration scheme. We examine why its audit process can be gamed, and why a BAFE mark does not guarantee a better fire safety company.
Raising Awareness of Fire Safety — The IFSM
The Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) is a professional body dedicated to advancing fire safety. As a non-profit, their focus is solely on improving fire safety standards across the UK.