In the first part of this article, which appeared in the May 2019 issue, we…
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The chicken or the egg?
What came first: business continuity or crisis management? It is similar to the centuries-old conundrum…
The causes of fire fatalities and serious fire injuries in Scotland
Fire fatalities in Great Britain have gradually been decreasing over the last three decades but…
Public alerting system for tower block residents
The tragic events at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017, when 72 people lost their…
Get active about passive fire protection
This article looks at the importance of passive fire protection within a building’s fire-safety strategy…
Fire Engineering – Beginning the second year
Having completed three exams at the end of May to finish off my first year…
Who does the fire and rescue service call when they need help?
Your Service has come under the spotlight because of a major incident. The government is…
Addressable fire alarm devices can enable faster reaction time for earlier evacuation
The latest LED technology in visual alarm and indicating devices improves building occupant reaction time…
Thermal imaging – understanding high and low sensitivity
This short article is an attempt to clarify a few misconceptions in regard to fire-service…
Wireless is revolutionising fire safety in social housing
In the aftermath of Grenfell, social landlords are often under pressure to ensure the best…
