New guidance tackles hidden fire safety risk in cable management
BEAMA has published new guidance setting out best practice for the design, installation and inspection of cable management systems to help the electrical industry meet BS 7671 requirements around the prevention of premature cable collapse in the event of a fire Marshall-Tufflex, a UK manufacturer of cable management products, which contributed to the guidance through […]
Fire Aware calls for higher fire safety standards across supply chain
Fire safety organisation Fire Aware is calling on those across the electrical supply chain to uphold best practice and prioritise public safety. Fire Aware CEO Gavin Skelly says those who adopt the highest standards of best practice should be proud of their stance as opposed to those who still cut corners. “There is a growing […]
Kiwa introduces world’s first certified 180-minute fire resistance cables test
Kiwa has responded to evolving requirements for fire safety in high-rise residential buildings with the introduction of what it is calling the world’s first certified 180-minute fire resistance test for cables. The new 180-minute test, as part of BASEC Certificate of Assessed Design (CAD058), goes beyond the 30, 60 and 120-minute benchmarks which form the […]
ESR Above and Beyond Awards entries deadline extended
The deadline for entries to the 2026 Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR) Above and Beyond Awards (ABA) has been extended to 21 August 2026. The awards recognise individuals and organisations that have made a significant contribution to improving electrical safety across the UK. Entry is free and open to UK-based individuals and organisations, with nominations accepted […]
Awaab’s Law expands to cover electrical safety
Certification body and training provider NAPIT has welcomed phase two of Awaab’s Law, which will come into effect on 30 November 2026, extending the legislation to include electrical safety alongside a wider range of hazards that social landlords must address within defined timescales. The legislation was introduced following the death of Awaab Ishak in 2020 after […]
BESA, Swift Fire Compliance launch fire damper course
Swift Fire Compliance, a UK provider of fire safety consultancy, risk assessment, and compliance services, has partnered with BESA (the Building Engineering Services Association), a UK trade body representing contractors and businesses in the building engineering services sector, to launch a new training course covering the inspection and maintenance of fire dampers in line with updated […]
FireAngel launches Spec+ domestic safety range
FireAngel, a UK manufacturer of smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, has introduced its new Spec+ range of mains-powered fire and carbon monoxide alarms for the UK residential market. Designed for professional installers, the range includes smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, and multi-sensor alarms. All models are classified as Grade D1 under BS 5839-6 and feature […]
Advanced expands University of West London’s fire monitoring
The University of West London (UWL) has expanded its fire safety infrastructure through the deployment of AdvancedLive remote monitoring technology across multiple campuses. The project forms part of a wider programme to modernise the university’s fire protection systems, which has seen legacy fire panels replaced with Advanced MxPro 5 systems across sites in West London […]
ESP launches new Espire Fire Alarm Input Module
Fire and security solutions supplier ESP, part of the Scolmore Group, has expanded its Espire domestic fire detection range with the launch of the new Espire Fire Alarm Input Module, delivering a practical and reliable solution for seamless third-party system integration across a wide range of applications including HMOs and social housing. Designed to operate […]
ESR’s Above and Beyond Awards 2026 open for entries
The Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR) has announced its Above and Beyond Awards (ABA) 2026 are now open for entries. The Above and Beyond Awards recognise and celebrate individuals and organisations who go above and beyond their legal duty and strive to enhance and improve electrical safety within the workplace. The Awards provide an opportunity to […]