Surrey Fire & Safety Achieves BAFE SP205 Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Certification
Surrey Fire & Safety is proud to announce that we have achieved BAFE SP205 Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to delivering competent, professional and independently assessed fire risk assessment services across Surrey, London and the South East. What is BAFE SP205? BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment) is the UK’s independent […]
Martyn’s Law and Fire Safety: What Responsible Persons Need to Know
The introduction of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, more commonly known as Martyn’s Law, marks a significant change in how many organisations approach safety and security in publicly accessible buildings. The legislation aims to improve preparedness for terrorist incidents by requiring certain premises and events to consider how they would protect people and […]
Surrey Fire & Safety Achieves Constructionline Gold Membership
We are proud to have achieved Constructionline Gold Membership, marking an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to quality, compliance and best practice across Surrey Fire & Safety’s business. Constructionline is one of the UK’s leading pre-qualification platforms, widely used by public and private sector organisations when selecting suppliers and contractors. Achieving Gold Membership requires […]
What is the Interim Measures Alarm Fund (IMAF)?
IMAF – What It Is, Who Qualifies and How to Apply The Interim Measures Alarm Fund (IMAF) is a £62.7 million UK government funding scheme launched on 1 April 2026. The fund is designed to support the installation of temporary (“interim”) fire alarm systems in residential buildings and student accommodation with identified fire safety risks. Managed […]
How to Dispose of Fire Extinguishers – UK Guide
Knowing how to dispose of a fire extinguisher in the UK is essential for both businesses and homeowners. Whether it’s expired, damaged, or has lost pressure, UK law requires safe disposal to avoid safety hazards and protect the environment. Fire extinguishers are a vital part of any fire safety strategy, but they don’t last forever. […]
What Fire Extinguisher Do I Need for My Business?
When it comes to fire safety, grabbing the wrong extinguisher in an emergency isn’t just ineffective, it can make things worse. So, how do you know which one you need? Let’s break it down – here are most common fire extinguisher types: Water: Best for paper, wood, or textile fires (Class A). Not for electrical […]
Fire Alarm Guide – How Much to Go Wireless?
Wireless solutions have a lot to offer. No wonder they’re so popular. Convenience, aesthetics flexibility. But, what’s the price for those benefits? How much does it actually cost to install a wireless fire alarm? That’s a fair question. As with all new systems, prices can vary. However, if you’ve heard going wireless is very pricey, […]
Fire Safety in Care Homes – Five Things You MUST do to Keep Safe
Five critically important things you must do if you are responsible for fire safety in residential care homes. Read our guide to find out. Fire safety in care homes can sadly be matter of life and death where there are vulnerable occupants concerned. This was brought home recently in a care home fire in Hertfordshire […]
Fire Extinguisher Colours Explained in our Simple Guide
There are 5 fire extinguisher colours: Red, Cream, Blue, Black, and Yellow. Each colour represents a different type of extinguisher, used on different types of fires. The fire extinguisher colours changed in 1997 to meet British and European Standard BS EN3. All modern fire extinguishers have a red (or chrome) body, with the identifying colour displayed […]
Fire Alarm Categories – A Guide to BS5839
Businesses differ from each other significantly and fire alarm categories are no different. Fire safety regulations require that any fire alarms you install are fit for purpose. By choosing fire alarms in the correct category, you can ensure that your staff remain safe and that you mitigate risks to your property. Fire alarm grades […]