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A guide to fire safety surveys

02/01/2024

You may have spent many years building your business, You maybe starting your business but the common thing between them both is usually premises. When people think about their new premises they start to think about the wonderful ways to make it showcase their business, The style, Layout and expectations of their staff and visitors. One thing that can easily and is often overlooked is fire protection. 

What's the cost of a serious fire?

The cost of your premises is huge. Its the business home to you & your employees, It maybe head office, A service centre or just your one business premises. Would you want to put all that on the line in the event a fire occurred? Did you know that over 70% of businesses involved in a major fire either do not reopen, or subsequently fail within 3 years of the fire. It's just not worth taking the risk. 

Think about your fire protection

What should I do?

Right from the very start think about your fire protection, Unless your qualified do not attempt to do this yourself. Make a phone call to your provider or find someone that has the expertise to fully survey a building correctly to the current British Standards. 

Over 70% of businesses involved in a major fire either do not reopen, or subsequently fail within 3 years of the fire

Anyone who can do this correctly will ensure the correct fire risk assessment, Fire alarm system, Fire extinguishers, Fire safety signs are advised and even mark plans for you. They will walk you around even when the building is not finished so you understand what's required and more importantly why the equipment is required. You can then arrange for all of the correct fire safety equipment to be installed shortly prior to the building opening.

Compliance from the day you open the building is the one thing that must be achieved without fail for the safety of you, your staff, visitors and your business.

We have extensive experience with fire safety surveys for business premises in all shapes and sizes. If you would like us to visit your premises please contact our friendly team by using the below form or call our office on 01462 337037