Easter festivities are on the horizon and spring sunshine is on its way – but if you live in Flats, no BBQ’s on the balcony please!

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With a 4 day Easter break fast approaching and the potential of some nice weather there will be a great temptation to dust down the BBQ’s! Before you get too carried away STOP and think! Should you really be having a BBQ on the balcony of your Flat? The answer is NO!

London Fire Brigade say ‘Never use a barbecue indoors or on a balcony’ so don’t take a chance it really is not worth it!

For some top tips on BBQ safety go to the London Fire Brigade website

Some Residents living in blocks of Flats my want to contest this advice so make sure you have the Fire Safety Risk Assessment close to hand – it should clearly support this recommendation.

It you haven’t got a Fire Safety Risk Assessment for your London purpose built block of Flats then contact our friendly team – they will be happy to help you! 01689 890879

Please do remember the 5th of November ……… Firework Night!!! Find your organised Firework display and enjoy the fun!

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London Fire Brigade has designed a map, listing free and ticketed events taking place across London until 6th November – click here for more information.

Last year the London Fire Brigade attended 72 fires on the 5th November the lowest ever recorded – lets make it less in 2016!!

Fireworks and the law

  • Did you know It is an offence for anyone under the age of 18 to possess fireworks in public places and an offence for anyone, other than a firework professional, to possess professional display fireworks.
  • Did you know it is illegal to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am.

Firework safety code

  • Only buy fireworks marked with the British Standard Kitemark BS7114
  • Don’t drink alcohol if setting off fireworks
  • Keep fireworks in a closed box and always follow the instructions carefully when using them
  • Light them at arms length using a taper and stand well back
  • Never go back to them once they are lit. Even if a firework hasn’t gone off, it could still explode
  • Never throw fireworks and never put them in your pocket
  • Respect your neighbours – don’t let off fireworks late at night and remember there are laws to follow
  • Take care with sparklers – never give them to children under five. Even when they have gone out they are still hot so put sparklers in a bucket of water after use
  • Keep your pets indoors throughout the evening

London Fire Risk Assessments wish you all a safe, fun Firework Night!!

It’s Halloween ……. time for scary tricks and spooky fun!!!! Keep your children safe and replace the candles with LED batteries lights.

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The scary ticks and spooky fun is about to begins –  children love the dressing up and the trick or treating!!

Lets make it a safe night, just take a little time out to make sure that the environment you are creating for the children is a safe one. Remember a lot of the dressing up costumes are long and flowing and have labels stating ‘Keep away from Fire’ so having a real candle burning in a pumpkin may not be such a good idea.

Children get excited and dash around to capture the moment – if you are having a bbq to add to the occasion remember to have a Fire blanket near by – its better to be safe than sorry!

London Fire Risk Assessments wish you all a Happy Halloween – Enjoy the night but put your children’s safety first!!

London Fire Risk Assessments Risk Assessor Raising Funds for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice

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London Fire Brigade reported that 4 firefighters and officers attended a small fire in the grounds of a nursing home on John William Close in Brockley London. A man was taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service and sadly, he later died. The incident is under investigation.

London Fire Risk Assessments advice to customers: All responsible Care Homes should have a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment. Included in the Fire Risk Assessment will be a Fire Safety Emergency Plan for the premise – this will be either a ‘Stay Put’ or ‘Get Out’ policy.

If you or members of your family are in a Residential Care Home check the Fire Risk Assessment for the premise and make sure there is adequate Fire Safety precautions in place. If you are unsure call us for some free Fire Safety advice – 01689 890879

Electrical Fire in Charles Dickens former offices in Covent Garden London

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London Fire Brigade reported that a small electrical fire hit a café, which used to be the offices of Charles Dickens’ weekly magazine on Wellington Street in Covent Garden. The alarm was raised by an occupant of the flats above the shop noticing smoke in their communal stairwell. Smoke was coming from a unit in the basement and a member of staff tackled it using a foam extinguisher. Thankfully there were no injuries. The cause of the fire is believed to heating of the fuse board igniting insulation. To read more click here.

London Fire Risk Assessments advice to clients: Do you have a 5 year periodical test certificate for your Electrics? If not you need one for your commercial premise. Keeping your electic’s tested and maintained is crucial. Remember also to carry out a PAT on you electrical appliances. Your Fire Risk Assessment for your café, shop, office or any commercial premise will identify visual deficiencies as part of the Fire Safety Inspection. If you need a Fire Safety Inspection call us now to arrange an appointment 01689 890879