Insights 29 February 2024 Evacuation of disabled people – What are the existing legal liabilities responsible persons and fire Following the events of the Grenfell Tower fire, the subsequent enquiry found that 41% of those who died were disabled, and that there was little to no planning in place for the evacuation of disabled residents. While the Government says it is continuing to consult on the wider issue, Elspeth Grant, Expert PEEPs Advisor at Triple A Solutions, outlines the wider legal liabilities associated with the evacuation planning of disabled people that building owners, safety managers, responsible persons, and all those involved in fire safety need to consider. Read the full article here. Previous PostNext Post
How FESS ECS cards are helping the push for improved competency standards across fire
Insights 29 February 2024 How FESS ECS cards are helping the push for improved competency standards across fire The skills gap remains an issue for those installing fire and security systems, but change is underway. So says Andy Reakes, Head of Growth, Joint Industry Board (JIB) & Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) and Trevor Jenks, National Training Manager at SSAIB. The two were on hand in the Expertise & Guidance Theatre at FIREX International 2022 in May to talk about the changes to the Fire, Emergency and Security Systems (FESS) ECS card and what it means for the sector. Read the full article here. Previous Post
Is Your Home Or Small Business Built On Secure Foundations? Think Again…
Insights 29 February 2024 Is your home or small business built on secure foundations? Think again… Did you know that the standard router relied upon in homes and by thousands of small businesses is the most frequently attacked IoT device? James Willison, Project and Engagement Manager, IoT Security Foundation, explores the issue and reveals an ongoing initiative from the Foundation that is designed to better secure the devices. Read the full article here. Previous PostNext Post
The Next Evolution Of Smart Buildings, “Security Will Have A Central Role To Play”
Insights 29 February 2024 The next evolution of smart buildings, “Security will have a central role to play” Speaking at Facilities Show in May, co-located with IFSEC International, Ozge Celik Russell, Senior Analyst, Omdia, presented on how the smart building market is moving forwards since a pause in investment in the pandemic, adding that security will play a significant part in its evolution. Read the full article here. Previous PostNext Post