Firefighting 101: How to use a fire extinguisher
Using a fire extinguishers is the most effective way to put out a small fire before it grows into a bigger, more destructive and dangerous fire. However, properly understanding how to use a fire extinguisher is essential, as the average extinguisher only discharges its contents for approximately 20 seconds. This leaves little room for error […]
Do you need a trained firefighter at work?
Fire risks exist in every workplace. Even in seemingly low-risk settings like offices and shops, the presence of electrical equipment like kettles and printers and combustible materials like paper and cardboard are enough to present a very real fire risk. In higher-risk settings, like workplaces containing flammable or hazardous materials, the fire risk is of […]