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A guide for fire risk assessors

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09 November 2020

The journey of a fire risk assessor is a long one and this guide is intended to assist those who are seeking to better themselves in the profession. Whether you are new to fire risk assessments or have been conducting them for years, there is always scope for continual improvement and learning. 

A Guide to Fire Door Inspections

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11 December 2020

Fire doors are an integral part of fire protection and prevention. Yet all too often the wrong type of fire door is fitted to a building and they are often neglected of poor maintenance.

A guide to fire safety in schools

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09 November 2020

This guide will provide you with the basic steps you need to follow to help keep your school safe from fire, and to help prevent a fire

Are different gaps, on the side and bottom, allowed for different types of fire doors, e.g. smoke doors.

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13 June 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Are electric and diesel pump data logging requirements introduced in latest TB210 and TB203 required to be applied retrospectively to existing installations?

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03 March 2023

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to. 

Are solar panels a fire hazard?

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22 February 2024

This advice and guidance article covers solar panels as a fire hazard, covering what solar panels are, how they work, how they can catch fire, and what causes them to catch fire.

Are there any clear guidelines for insisting on fire alarm integration with access control systems?

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13 June 2024

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Are there any requirements for free-standing paper storage, paper reels, and pulp bales with 141°C sprinklers on the roof?

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03 March 2023

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Are there any requirements or restrictions for P50 extinguishers, assuming they are fully certified and meet British standards and comply with legislation?

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03 March 2023

A selection of articles are produced exclusively for FPA members and focus on frequently asked technical questions for members to refer to.

Are we closer to defining competency?

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17 February 2021

For many years, the FPA has been lobbying government for a clearer definition of competency. Sadly, it was the tragedy at Grenfell Tower in 2017 which brought the issue of competency to the fore. The subsequent Hackitt Review highlighted the major gaps in terms of the skills, experience and knowledge of those involved with the building’s construction.

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