Fighting fire with Fire Solutions – IFSEC International 2012 sheds light on the move into fire protection

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www.means-of-escape.com/articles/866/fighting-fire-with-fire-solutions-–-ifsec-international-2012-sheds-light-on-the-move-into-fire-protection/ - 30 Apr, 2012

BB7's Ben Bradford discusses PAS 7 - Strategic Fire Risk Management

...Whilst the completion of the fire risk assessment may go some way to satisfying the legislation, in many cases organisations are beginning to realise that the assessment is a means to an end but not necessarily the...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/851/bb7s-ben-bradford-discusses-pas-7-strategic-fire-risk-management/ - 30 Mar, 2012

BAFSA Takes The Initiative.

...of its members in British Standards and other technical forums · takes the lead in commissioning and publishing reports and position papers on fire protection problems which can be solved with sprinkl...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/848/bafsa-takes-the-initiative-/ - 29 Feb, 2012

Hochiki Europe scores a winner with Cardiff City FC.

...relevant British Standards for the Fire, PAVA and Disabled Refuge Systems. The Green Guide is a government funded guidance book on spectator safety at sports grounds. It was created in the aftermat...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/842/hochiki-europe-scores-a-winner-with-cardiff-city-fc-/ - 29 Feb, 2012

IFEDA Voices Concern Over Fire Extinguisher Removal

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www.means-of-escape.com/articles/820/ifeda-voices-concern-over-fire-extinguisher-removal/ - 20 Dec, 2011

BAFSA - Ground breaking project hailed a success

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www.means-of-escape.com/articles/789/bafsa-ground-breaking-project-hailed-a-success/ - 31 Oct, 2011

Taking the Initiative … ground breaking project to install automatic fire sprinklers in existing Sheffield Tower Block whilst residents remain in their homes

...of its members in British Standards and other technical forums • Takes the lead in commissioning and publishing reports and position papers on fire protection problems which can be solved with sprinkler i...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/784/taking-the-initiative-ground-breaking-project-to-install-automatic-fire-sprinklers-in-existing-sheffield-tower-block-whilst-residents-remain-in-their-homes/ - 30 Sep, 2011

FIA & BAFSA Announce Free Seminar on Watermist Systems

...understand the new British Standards; how they are structured; what applications are covered; the importance of third party fire testing; how an installer demonstrates its supplier relationship and product and appl...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/764/fia-and-bafsa-announce-free-seminar-on-watermist-systems/ - 31 Aug, 2011

Draka writes exclusively for the Means of Escape on cable safety matters.

...Specifiers and installers have never had such an extensive choice of fire rated cables. However, the welter of legislation that has come on stream in recent years, the trend towards more buildings being designed wit...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/763/draka-writes-exclusively-for-the-means-of-escape-on-cable-safety-matters-/ - 31 Aug, 2011

BRE Global discusses Water mist fire protection in offices.

...adopted by the British Standards Institution and forms part of a recently published water mist standard, Draft for Development DD 8489 Fixed fire protection systems –Industrial and commercial watermist systems”....
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/749/bre-global-discusses-water-mist-fire-protection-in-offices-/ - 29 Jul, 2011

Gothic style Banwell castle gets fire protection

...in accordance with British Standards. Detectomat’s product offering ranges from design conscious detector covers for residential and commercial applications to conventional, addressable and leading edge wire-fre...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/742/gothic-style-banwell-castle-gets-fire-protection/ - 30 Jun, 2011

Wrightstyle Raises Fire Safety Concerns With UK Government

...Standards and Building Regulations are there to protect public safety, not least in the event of a catastrophic fire.  With regret, when it comes to unlatched fire doors, there requires to be an assessme...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/747/wrightstyle-raises-fire-safety-concerns-with-uk-government/ - 29 Jun, 2011

Fire Industry Association Launches New FD&A Route to Certification Scheme

...The BAFE scheme is one of the Third Party Certification schemes in place within the fire industry and is one way a company can prove competency in this field. The FIA is a firm advocate of Third Party Certification...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/730/fire-industry-association-launches-new-fdanda-route-to-certification-scheme/ - 31 May, 2011

More Draka Cables Approved By London Underground

...It has been added to the list of the company’s cables satisfying – and in many cases, exceeding – the safety requirements of Section 12 (underground) areas, as set out in London Underground’s LU 1-085. Significan...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/728/more-draka-cables-approved-by-london-underground/ - 31 May, 2011

Ifeda Is Riding High As Training Initiative Is Shortlisted

...as required in the British Standards six monthly and annual checks. Graham Ferris, General Manager at IFEDA, said: “We are absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for an award that has a huge amount of com...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/708/ifeda-is-riding-high-as-training-initiative-is-shortlisted/ - 03 May, 2011

NHS Estates - 20 Years Ahead In Fire Safety Sign Design Requirements

...by both British Standards and International Standards of comprehension testing and inclusion of all graphical symbols for safety application. The development of ISO 9186-1: 2007 Graphical Symbols – Test Methods...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/705/nhs-estates-20-years-ahead-in-fire-safety-sign-design-requirements/ - 03 May, 2011

Prysmian Launch New FP Range Brochure

...The required British Standards are also clearly set out, verifying that Prysmian offer the highest quality products available. The FP range brochure has a striking new look and features some of the high profile...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/687/prysmian-launch-new-fp-range-brochure/ - 31 Mar, 2011

Draka Given Top Marks By Britain's First Academy

...The £22 million Academy, situated adjacent to JCB’s headquarters in Rocester, Staffordshire, is part housed in the Grade II listed Tutbury Mill, with a newly built annexe housing the main classrooms. Appropriately,...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/678/draka-given-top-marks-by-britains-first-academy/ - 30 Mar, 2011

Jalite 'L' Markers - Identify Your Escape Routes!

...L Markers are designed to identify the designated stairway escape route and the risks associated with stairway traffic and reduce liability by improving safety. They help to orientate the user and provide a conti...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/661/jalite-l-markers-identify-your-escape-routes/ - 31 Jan, 2011

NHS Estates - 20 Years Ahead In Fire Safety Sign Design Requirements

...by both British Standards and International Standards of comprehension testing and inclusion of all graphical symbols for safety application. The development of ISO 9816-1: 2007 Graphical Symbols – Test Methods...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/653/nhs-estates-20-years-ahead-in-fire-safety-sign-design-requirements/ - 21 Dec, 2010

Identifying Life Safety Equipment - The Solution

...The sign is conspicuous both in ordinary lighted conditions but will also illuminate in a power failure or if smoke should obscure the emergency lights. This additional feature adds another safety dimension to ensur...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/641/identifying-life-safety-equipment-the-solution/ - 30 Nov, 2010

Communication Is Key!

...If you are in the process of carrying out your fire risk assessment, then it is more than likely that a review will be made of your fire safety signs. It is a mandatory requirement that all organisations implem...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/636/communication-is-key/ - 28 Oct, 2010

Escape - It Makes Sense To Illuminate This Information On The Floor!!

...Low Location, relating to the safety way guidance system, is the ‘installation position at floor level or at a short distance above floor level for safety signs and other safety way guidance components.’ This makes...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/631/escape-it-makes-sense-to-illuminate-this-information-on-the-floor/ - 28 Oct, 2010

Jalite ‘L’ Markers - Identify Your Escape Routes!

...L Markers are designed to identify the designated stairway escape route and the risks associated with stairway traffic and reduce liability by improving safety. They help to orientate the user and provide a continu...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/615/jalite-‘l’-markers-identify-your-escape-routes/ - 31 Aug, 2010

The Biggest Ever Change To Construction Standards

...Visit the BSI Eurocodes website for: - The latest information on the Eurocodes, National Annexes, books and supporting documents - Interviews with key people from the construction industry - Information...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/573/the-biggest-ever-change-to-construction-standards/ - 31 Mar, 2010

About Viewing Distances

...Letters on safety signs should be 100mm tall to be safely read within 25 meters - according to the old Guidance to the Fire Precautions. But the guidelines were set out in the days when signs read just EXIT and FIRE...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/549/about-viewing-distances/ - 27 Jan, 2010

A Certified Winner

...body would be the British Standards Institute (BSi) who produce a range of technical documents on a myriad of subjects for many industries. This best practice advisement body will as a function of their creation pr...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/454/a-certified-winner/ - 19 Mar, 2009

EN7010 A New Beginning

...The standard is applicable to all premises types, especially public areas and workplaces. Any premises, where there is a requirement for safety signs to convey safety information, can benefit from the standard. A...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/429/en7010-a-new-beginning/ - 08 Jan, 2009

New Portable Extinguisher Is A Major Boost To Kitchen Safety

...Propelled by nitrogen, the extinguisher's special Tyco-developed agent is effective on all Class F fires that involve cooking oils and fats, including rapeseed, palm, vegetable, sunflower and olive oil. It is equall...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/402/new-portable-extinguisher-is-a-major-boost-to-kitchen-safety/ - 15 Oct, 2008

In The Struggle Between Man and Nature, Man's Best Plan To Be Prepared

...You're insignificant and unimportant, perhaps one of thousands almost on this coastline. It's just as you'd wanted when you booked the get away at the travel agent, they'd highly recommended it for peace and quiet....
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/400/in-the-struggle-between-man-and-nature-mans-best-plan-to-be-prepared/ - 15 Oct, 2008

British Fire Consortium In Good Form!

...Historically members have been small to medium sized companies specialising primarily in the installation and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and associated fire safety equipment. UK based manufacturers a...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/397/british-fire-consortium-in-good-form/ - 15 Oct, 2008

Detectomat's RCP 6B - Wireless Detect Chosen By The Holiday Trade In The Southwest

...in accordance with British Standards. This project demonstrates the clear benefits from using radio wire-free fire alarms to provide fire protection in businesses where fast installation and minimum disruption...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/384/detectomats-rcp-6b-wireless-detect-chosen-by-the-holiday-trade-in-the-southwest/ - 10 Sep, 2008

Voice Alarm (VA) Systems - Taking the Voice Sounder Route

...James describes how some quite complex systems have successfully integrated voice sounders within their design and how, with the approach of the new Fire-Cryer® Plus seven message voice sounder range, Vimpex are...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/380/voice-alarm-va-systems-taking-the-voice-sounder-route/ - 14 Aug, 2008

Prysmian's FP600 and FP600S gain LPCB certification

...compliant with British Standards. The additional third party LPCB certification is increasingly required by customers specifying these types of cables. We would warn against installing fire performance cable that i...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/375/prysmians-fp600-and-fp600s-gain-lpcb-certification/ - 13 Aug, 2008

The Fire Door - An Open and Shut Case

...Unfortunately there is no one invention yet that can do that. But a Fire Door is an important part of an overall strategy to hindering the spread of fire. There is a mandatory requirement to install Fire Resistan...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/369/the-fire-door-an-open-and-shut-case/ - 23 Jul, 2008

The Fire Door - An Open and Shut Case

...Unfortunately there is no one invention yet that can do that. But a Fire Door is an important part of an overall strategy to hindering the spread of fire. There is a mandatory requirement to install Fire Resistan...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/361/the-fire-door-an-open-and-shut-case/ - 14 Jul, 2008

Draka Publishes 2008 Edition of Cable & Table Handbook

...with extracts from British Standards and IE&T Wiring Regulations'. A Closer Look at Cable retails at £25, however bona fide specifiers and installers can apply for a copy by telephone on +44 (0) 1332 345431,...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/342/draka-publishes-2008-edition-of-cable-and-table-handbook/ - 16 May, 2008

Huddersfield Bakery Choose Detectomat's RCP 6B Wireless System

...in accordance with British Standards. This project demonstrates the clear benefits from using radio -wire free fire alarms to provide fire protection in businesses where fast installation and minimum disruption...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/297/huddersfield-bakery-choose-detectomats-rcp-6b-wireless-system/ - 09 Jan, 2008

Prysmian Tackles Fire Performance at Twickenham Stadium

...of applicable British Standards and are third party approved, so we know they can be trusted for venues that attract large numbers of visitors". The redevelopment of the South Stand began with the demolition of...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/292/prysmian-tackles-fire-performance-at-twickenham-stadium/ - 08 Jan, 2008

The Fire Hazards Associated with Multiple Layers of Paint

...not defined in the British Standards, but in the Building Regulations as, a material that Gives Class 1 performance when tested to Part 7 AND Passes the Part 6 Test Attention must be paid to the...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/290/the-fire-hazards-associated-with-multiple-layers-of-paint/ - 17 Dec, 2007

Directional Sounder Dramatically Improves Evacuation Efficiency

...been published by British Standards Organisation. Currently, a BSI technical sub committee is reviewing PAS41 and considering whether or not to propose it be developed to become and EN Standard....
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/289/directional-sounder-dramatically-improves-evacuation-efficiency/ - 17 Dec, 2007

Honeywell Achieves Approval For Its Fire Safety Standards

...In today's demanding environment, there is an increasing responsibility for building owners to ensure the safety of the building's occupants. Recent changes to legislation and the requirements of risk assessments me...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/269/honeywell-achieves-approval-for-its-fire-safety-standards/ - 15 Nov, 2007

Making The Right Choice - Fire Alarm Systems

...Perhaps it is best to start by writing down the needs of your business, what has driven you to think about a system. If it is because of fire authority requirements pay careful attention to their wording. Some pe...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/256/making-the-right-choice-fire-alarm-systems/ - 26 Oct, 2007

Light At The End Of The Tunnel

...signs comply with British Standards and remain uniform and conspicuous throughout premises. A new Photoluminescent sign has been developed specifically for use within tunnels; with highest Photoluminescent...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/250/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel/ - 11 Oct, 2007

Moving In The Right Direction

...from operational British Standards to BS EN Standards and the effects anticipated from imports. The survey also considers other types of market driver that affect each sector of the market e.g. product third party...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/239/moving-in-the-right-direction/ - 13 Sep, 2007

98% of Fire Services alarms are FALSE

...The RRO (Regulatory Reform (Fire safety) Order 2005) highlights the need for 'competent persons' to be appointed for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems. The n...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/180/98-percent-of-fire-services-alarms-are-false/ - 05 Jun, 2007

WIN One Of 100 Free Sign Guides

...conform to the new British Standards and ensure they meet risk assessment requirements as it is now owners and managers who are responsible for fire safety. The Fire Safety Signs Guide is one of a selection of pub...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/179/win-one-of-100-free-sign-guides/ - 05 Jun, 2007

KiteMark

...Each scheme involves an initial assessment of the quality management system operated by the supplier. Successful Kitemark licensees are regularly audited and undergo surveillance visits to provide feedback and monit...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/169/kitemark/ - 15 May, 2007

Reliability of Intumescent Fire Protection Products

...Intumescent protection used at Broadgate in London (courtesy WJ Leighs) Against this background, and other challenges faced by the industry, not least the implications of new requirements from Europe, the var...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/159/reliability-of-intumescent-fire-protection-products/ - 10 Apr, 2007

ASD Comes Of Age

...ASD systems usually draw sampled air from multiple holes spaced around a protected area, the cumulative effect of smoke entering more than one hole results in the ASD being more responsive than if combustion pro...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/138/asd-comes-of-age/ - 13 Mar, 2007

Controlling Smoke

...(sub-system 2)', British Standards, 2002....
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/135/controlling-smoke/ - 09 Mar, 2007

New Fire Safety Legislation - Employer Now Responsible

...Even with the assistance provided by the Guidance Documents, given the increasing complexity and sophistication of fire protection systems, it is, of course, unreasonable to expect an employer to be an expert in the...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/122/new-fire-safety-legislation-employer-now-responsible/ - 01 Feb, 2007

Does Your Fire Protection System Meet New Legislation?

...in accordance to British Standards. The most effective route to achieving this evidence is through certification from a third-party company involved specialised in the design, installation, commis...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/1/does-your-fire-protection-system-meet-new-legislation/ - 01 Oct, 2006

EN 1363 and the Plate Thermocouple

...both the existing British Standards (BS) and the new European (BS EN) methods . The aim is to determine the magnitude of any changes in severity and performance and hence the impact on the construction industry. Th...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/12/en-1363-and-the-plate-thermocouple/ - 09 Sep, 2006

Reducing The Risk Of Arson

...  The same study suggests that, in an average week, arson results in: 3500 deliberately started fires; 50 injuries; two deaths; and a cost to society of at least £25 million....
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/36/reducing-the-risk-of-arson/ - 09 May, 2006

New Standard For Innovative Dwellings

...Many factors are influencing this development, including Government policy (John Prescott's push for greater development in the South East growth areas), improved quality resulting from factory methods of manufactur...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/59/new-standard-for-innovative-dwellings/ - 09 Feb, 2006

Passive Fire Protection - New Standards

...The main functions of a fire door or shutters are:- To maintain the fire separation of compartment walls, and separating walls, including large cavity barriers when a door assembly is incorporated for the p...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/67/passive-fire-protection-new-standards/ - 09 Jan, 2006

Fire Safety In The Workplace At Christmas

...tree lights to British Standards and certify that these precautions have been undertaken. Fire escape plans, fire exits, smoke alarms and extinguishers should also be checked and tested, particularly in the event o...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/74/fire-safety-in-the-workplace-at-christmas/ - 01 Nov, 2005

Top fire engineer joins BRE

...and Chair of the British Standards committee on Fire Safety Engineering. "David is a key part of our strategy to strengthen and develop the fire consultancy and research team," said Debbie Smith, Director o...
www.means-of-escape.com/articles/104/top-fire-engineer-joins-bre/ - 01 May, 2005

Fire safety industry alert on standard revision.

...and also by the British Standards Institute as BS-ENs. Part three relates to the testing and performance of concrete elements with applied fire protection products, while part six deals with the fire resistan...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news286.aspx - 30 Apr, 2012

Nationally Accredited Fire Risk Assessors Register - A First for the Institute of Fire Safety Managers

...We are the first professional body in the fire sector to take action to provide one which contains the names of fire risk assessors who have been through a process which is accredited by an independent nationally re...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news284.aspx - 13 Apr, 2012

Updates to PD 7974 Published November 2011

...by BSI.  British Standards can be obtained in PDF or hard copy formats from the BSI online shop: www.bsigroup.com/Shop or by contacting BSI Customer Services for hardcopies only: Tel: +44 (0)20 89...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news250.aspx - 12 Dec, 2011

IFEDA voices concern over fire extinguisher removal

...Nigel Walton, Chairman of IFEDA, commented: “IFEDA would question what available evidence demonstrates that the removal of fire extinguishers would enhance residents’ safety.  Providing the correct type of fire...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news238.aspx - 04 Nov, 2011

BAFSA - Ground breaking project hailed a success

...Over the past month a ground-breaking project has been successfully implemented in Sheffield. 47 residents in a 38-year-old high-rise residential block are now amongst the safest in the UK when it comes to fir...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news230.aspx - 06 Oct, 2011

Fire Safety Seminar Success!

...updates to British Standards and fire safety regulations.  Nick also gave an insight into photoluminescent wayguidance systems, along with case studies of such syste...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news224.aspx - 20 Sep, 2011

Wrightstyle Raises Fire Safety Concerns With UK Government

...Corps). “British Standards and Building Regulations are there to protect public safety, not least in the event of a catastrophic fire.  With regret, when it comes to unlatched fire doors, there requires...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news190.aspx - 29 Jun, 2011

Cornwall Hotel risk assessment failure leads to prosecution in March

...to comply with British standards and failure to ensure it was possible for people to evacuate quickly and safely from the building. Both Nicola Burfitt and John McMillan are charged with the same four charges re...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news146.aspx - 16 Feb, 2011

Fire Alarm Engineer To Face Prosecution

...Christopher Morris, 56, of Llandudno, North Wales, pleaded guilty at Trafford Magistrates Court to two charges of failing to maintain a fire alarm system in a care home in Trafford, Manchester and failed to inform t...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news144.aspx - 21 Dec, 2010

Jalite Pioneer New Sign Designs

...The new products are designed in accordance with: BS5499-1:2002 - Graphical symbols and signs - Safety signs, including fire safety signs - Part 1: Specification for geometric shapes, colours and layout BS5499...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news102.aspx - 09 Jul, 2009

Sembcorp Protection Offers BS 25999-2 Certification 'Blueprint'

...Briefly, certification under BS 25999-2 means that the company can demonstrate to its customers, shareholders, suppliers, employees and the local community that it has robust systems in place to cope with just about...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news99.aspx - 11 Jun, 2009

SE Controls Offers A Turn-key Solution For Affordable Housing At CIH Annual Conference

...conform with the British Standards Institution Schedule BS 7346:1-1990, BS 5588:12-2004 and The Buildings Regulations Approved Document B, indicating that where natural or powered, smoke and heat exhaust ventilatio...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news98.aspx - 10 Jun, 2009

Medical Complex In Good Health Thanks To Dorgard

...with all relevant British Standards and EU Directives. For more information contact Fireco Tel: 0845 241 7474 E-mail: sales@firecoltd.com Website: www.firecoltd.com...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news80.aspx - 08 Jan, 2009

Loud and Clear - Siemens and Klaxon, The Obvious Choice for BCA

...Although each of these four stages is a distinctive audible alert signal; the first stage is also normally accompanied by a flashing beacon which continues to strobe through the other stages, unfortunately, those wh...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news37.aspx - 08 Jan, 2008

Bafsa Water Mist Sprinklers

...of draft British Standards for water mist systems in both commercial and industrial buildings and residential occupancies. BAFSA also recognises that there are a number of non UKAS accredited bodies (most notably F...
www.means-of-escape.com/industry-news/news2.aspx - 19 Jan, 2007

Means of Escape Guide to Fire Safety Signs and Signing

...British Standard BS5499 Part 4 2000 now clears up all the confusion regarding escape route signs to satisfy new fire precautions and health & safety legislation. Means of Escape has produced a user-friendly guida...
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