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August 31, 2023
Smoke control dampers are an integral part of most smoke venting systems, so it's crucial to choose a compliant product before making your selection.
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August 23, 2023
One of the outcomes of the Grenfell Tower enquiry Phase 1 report was that there was a lack of on-site information available to the Fire Brigade on the night of the fire. Consequently, The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 have made it a legal requirement for residential buildings abovre 7 storeys or 18 metres to have secure information boxes containing key fire safety plans located on the premises.
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March 29, 2021
Nearly three years since the Hackitt Report’s publishing, the construction industry has been subjected to gradual changes by introducing regulations. However, the industry will likely face more changes to the legislature.
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February 15, 2021
Over the last few years, the fire safety and smoke ventilation industry has been experiencing shifting legislature resulting in changes to designing, installing and maintaining fire safety systems. Therefore, it is critical that in order for your projects to remain compliant, that you understand these shifting regulations.
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February 03, 2021
On 26th May 2020, both volumes of Approved Document B: Fire safety (2019 edition) were amended.
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December 22, 2020
With any building being used for commercial or residential purposes, exhaustive measures must be undertaken to ensure the safety of all occupants in the case of a fire. Be Safe Direct are proud to be able to offer the BS5839 approved FDS FireSmart control panel as a means of securing your buildings safety.
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August 01, 2020
When creating a smoke ventilation system, natural ventilation provides a simple, reliable solution, with low noise and energy usage. The use of windows as natural smoke vents is a popular choice, as they are often already included in a building’s design, and can increase the amount of natural light in an area, which wouldn’t be possible when using dedicated vents. But what is the 'free area' and how is it calculated?
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July 13, 2020
When it comes to specifying, installing and maintaining fire systems, it is important to remember the purpose and importance of smoke ventilation. This mini-guide looks at the options and professional support available when it comes to smoke ventilation specification.
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July 01, 2020
What is the travel distance? Find out how they are defined and why they are important when considering your smoke ventilation system.
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June 01, 2020
Be Safe Direct has been called upon to provide a number of its smoke ventilation systems for a new residential development in Hertfordshire.