Fire safety basics
A little background makes everything else easier. These articles explain how fire works and what most often starts workplace fires, so you know what to look for in your weekly checks. General information based on GOV.UK guidance, not legal advice or a fire risk assessment.
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What is the fire triangle and why does it matter?
The fire triangle explains that fire needs heat, fuel and oxygen. How it helps you prevent fires and use the right extinguisher in a UK workplace.
· 3 min readReadWhat are the most common causes of workplace fires?
Common causes of fires in UK workplaces: electrics, cooking, heating, smoking, waste and arson, and how weekly checks reduce the risk.
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