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2011
- The Wallace Collection to Install New Gent by Honeywell Plexus System
  21 Dec 2011
  The prestigious national art museum, The Wallace Collection, will be one of the first buildings to install the Gent by Honeywell new hybrid radio fire alarm system.
- FIA Office Closure Christmas 2011
  20 Dec 2011
  FIA office in Hampton to close over Christmas 2011
- Freedor has hospital appointment
  13 Dec 2011
  Fireco's Freedor is proving a great success at Trowbridge Community Hospital
- Morley-IAS to provide A-level fire safety at City of Westminster College
  09 Dec 2011
  Integrated ZXSe life safety system provides full protection for £102 million Further Education College development
- FIA Creates Working Group to Work on Video Fire Detector Standard
  06 Dec 2011
  The FIA is to set up a new Working Group following on from ISO/TC21/SC3's approval of a new project to draft a standard for video fire detectors.
- Gent by Honeywell Strengthens its Voice Alarm System Offering
  02 Dec 2011
  Gent by Honeywell has boosted its voice alarm offering by receiving the latest certification for its range of Voice Alarm (VA) systems as well as introducing a dedicated VA support team.
- First class degree fire protection at UK’s first ‘university academy’
  29 Nov 2011
  New Nottingham University Samworth Academy benefits from advanced ID3000-based fire safety solution from Notifier by Honeywell
- EMS Gains Environmantal Management Certification
  29 Nov 2011
  EMS Radio Fire & Security has recently achieved ISO 14001 certification, the international Standard for environmental management.
- Morley-IAS by Honeywell provides fire safety protection for Birmingham City Council
  24 Nov 2011
  Adept Security installs ZXSe-based solution as part of £24 million office refurbishment programme at 1 Lancaster Circus
- Hochiki Europe brews the perfect fire detection solution for InBev
  24 Nov 2011
  InBev brewery called in Advanced Fire Systems Ltd to install a new Hochiki fire system to cover its 60 acre site in Monmouthshire
- Take Control
  15 Nov 2011
  Leading UK electronics manufacturer, C-TEC, has launched a stylish and cost-effective range of 10 to 20 zone 800 Series conventional call controllers.
- 2011 FIA AGM Election Results
  10 Nov 2011
  With 41 election nominations this year for the FIA Board, the election results were announced yesterday at the 2011 FIA AGM, held at 8 Northumberland Avenue, London.
- Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service attends Automatic Fire Alarm calls Consultation
  07 Nov 2011
  Organisations have until this Friday (11th November) to have their say on proposed changes to the way Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (H&WFRS) attends Automatic Fire Alarm calls.
- Devon and Somerset FRS proposal to reduce attendance at automatic fire alarms
  01 Nov 2011
  Call for comment on Devon and Somerset FRS Draft Corporate Plan (2012/13 2014/15) proposal to reduce attendance at automatic fire alarms
- C-Tec Sigtel Software Provides Solution at Adobe's New UK HQ
  01 Nov 2011
  American software giant, Adobe, has opted for C-TEC?s SigTEL disabled refuge system at its impressive new UK Headquarters
- On Call
  25 Oct 2011
  C-TEC's Quantec call system safeguarding new healthcare facility
- Fireco's Dorgard and Freedor Upgraded to Category B
  25 Oct 2011
  Fireco Ltd receive clarification that Dorgard and Freedor are classified as Category B of BS 7273-4
- Notifier by Honeywell providing first class fire safety at Victorian Baths
  25 Oct 2011
  BBC Fire installs ID3000-based system as part of major upgrade for refurbished landmark leisure facility in North London
- Fire and Rescue Services Diamond Jubilee River Pageant Flotilla
  18 Oct 2011
  The Fire & Rescue Services will be celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in the Thames River Pageant along with the Massey Shaw
- C-TEC Nominated in Government Initiative for Manufacturing Excellence
  18 Oct 2011
  C-TEC was nominated by Yvonne Fovargue MP as the best example of design, innovation and manufacturing excellence in her constituency
- Fireco scoops two prestigious awards
  18 Oct 2011
  Fireco is celebrating a double success at this years British Engineering Excellence Awards
- Morley-IAS by Honeywell to provide A-Level fire protection for new Cumbrian Academies
  10 Oct 2011
  ZXSe fire alarm systems incorporate sophisticated cause and effect matrix to ensure rapid, controlled evacuation.
- Esteemed Grocery Chain Opts for C-Tec Life Safety Equipment
  10 Oct 2011
  One of the most prestigious names in the food industry, Booths, has once again chosen C-TECs UK manufactured equipment to be installed at another of its flagship stores
- Nobel Fire Systems solve red hot problem for Avdel UK Ltd
  10 Oct 2011
  Nobel Fire Systems has completed a project at Avdel UK's new oil quench tank at its Warrington based manufacturing plant
- London Fire Brigade use Facebook in Fire Safety Blitz following Neasden house fire
  03 Oct 2011
  Fire chiefs have launched a fire safety campaign on Facebook, which it hopes will reach one million people. The ?Share it, Save a Life? campaign encourages people to share one fire safety tip with their Facebook friends every day for a week
- The perfect match for Birmingham City FC
  30 Sep 2011
  Birmingham City's St Andrews stadium opened in 1906 and has since seen many changes. Recently the club appointed Argus Services to install a new fire detection system from Hochiki Europe o protect staff, players and supporters from the dangers of fire
- Gent by Honeywell launches its first hybrid wireless fire system
  26 Sep 2011
  Gent by Honeywell is launching its first ever wireless fire detection system, Plexus, incorporating a unique technology which offers the ultimate level of integration and user confidence
- Fire Risk Assessment membership of the FIA
  23 Sep 2011
  The FIAs fire risk assessors register currently has 40 member companies
- FIA CEO Speaks at Westminster All Party Parliamentary Fire Safety and Rescue Group Seminar
  22 Sep 2011
  On Monday (19th September) the All Party Parliamentary Fire Safety & Rescue Group Seminar was held at Westminster, at which Graham Ellicott spoke about the FIA?s views on topics that have been at the top of the Association?s agenda for 2011.
- Norwich Cathedral chooses Notifier by Honeywell
  19 Sep 2011
  BBC Fire adds new ID60-based system to existing Notifier protection for Norwich Cathedral and Refectory buildings
- Gent by Honeywell Launches Aspiration Products to Suit Every Application
  13 Sep 2011
  Gent by Honeywell has launched its first range of Air Sampling Detection (ASD) systems to provide one of the most flexible solutions on the market.
- C-Tec exhibiting at The Care Show London
  13 Sep 2011
  Leading UK electronics manufacturer, C-TEC, will be exhibiting its revolutionary Quantec addressable call system at The Care Show in London.
- 'Informative discussions' at FIA Networking Roadshow in Newcastle
  09 Sep 2011
  Yesterday (Thursday 8th September) the FIA held a breakfast meeting in conjunction with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS)as part of the Associations Networking Roadshow.
- Eurofeu Position Paper on Portable Extinguishers
  02 Sep 2011
  Eurofeu release position paper on the critical importance of portable fire extinguishers.
- Morley-IAS by Honeywell fire alarm control panel tested at Welcome Break
  02 Sep 2011
  A Welcome Break service station which serves more than one million customers every year, has successfully undertaken testing of Morley-IAS by Honeywell?s new DX ConneXion? fire alarm panel.
- Gent Launches New CPD Course for Wireless Systems
  29 Aug 2011
  Gent by Honeywell is releasing a new CPD guide to look at what considerations need to be made when selecting radio linked fire alarm systems.
- Going Wireless
  29 Aug 2011
  EMS Radio Fire & Security Systems? new FireCell system, a radio-based wireless fire detection product, provides a solution to the local authority and housing association sectors while complying fully with modern fire regulations.
- New updated Induction Loop Guide from SigNET
  29 Aug 2011
  SigNET, the audio-acoustics manufacturer, has up-dated its popular Guide to Audio Frequency Induction Loop Systems (AFILS).
- Fire safety at the Wilton Centre
  22 Aug 2011
  Successful installation of a Morley-IAS fire system, installed by national implementation partner, Swift Fire & Security met all the key criteria demanded by the Wilton Centre
- Visual Alarm Device tester now commercially available in UK
  19 Aug 2011
  Product Technology Partners Ltd new VADER system for testing visual alarm devices has been approved for testing to EN 54-23:2010 Standard.
- Solid State accomplishes major voice alarm project at aquatics centre
  19 Aug 2011
  When the voice alarm system at Manchester Aquatics Centre ground to a halt, specialist electrical installation company, Solid State, dived to the rescue.
- Tyco Total FlameFast Product Alert
  19 Aug 2011
  We have received the attached from information Tyco relating to TOTAL ? FLAMEFAST 2 & 5 Kg CO2 extinguishers
- Making Paper Manuals a Thing of the Past
  12 Aug 2011
  EMS has recently launched its wireless FireCell Smartphone App, which is available to download from the EMS website
- Shopping around for the best in fire safety protection
  12 Aug 2011
  Notifier by Honeywell and Trinity Protection Systems have worked closely together on various new and redveloped shopping centres.
- Sensetech Systems Complete New Project for Hackney Council
  05 Aug 2011
  Sensetech Systems completes project for Hackney Council as part of a finacial boost and regeneration of the area.
- New care home fire rules in relation to bedroom fire doors
  03 Aug 2011
  A recent determination in respect of the use of self-closing devices on bedroom doors in a care home has been published following the fatal accident inquiry report into the fire at Rosepark care home.
- Fire Safety Guidance for Blocks of Flats Available
  01 Aug 2011
  Fire safety guidance for blocks of flats has been launched to help keep residents safe and to assist people to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Housing Act 2004.
- Taktis takes to the road
  28 Jul 2011
  Taktis, Kentec's product concept in Life Safety System Management is designed to take power, flexibility and performance to a new level and will be the focus of a major series of roadshows across the UK.
- UClan graduate wins Best Fire Engineering award
  28 Jul 2011
  Fireco's John Mawdsley CMIOSH GIFireE presents this years University of Central Lancashire (UClan) Best BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering graduate prize.
- Kentec celebrates new factory opening
  27 Jul 2011
  Dignitaries, business partners and staff recently celebrated a milestone in Kentec Electronics Ltd's growth with the opening, by local MP Gareth Johnson, of a new state-of-the-art production facility at their manufacturing headquarters in Dartford, Kent.
- Fireworks Fire Protection Moves to New Premises
  22 Jul 2011
  FIA member, Fireworks Fire Protection has moved to new purpose-built premises in Attleborough, Norfolk.
- Titan Fire and Security Announces Series of Knowledge Share Seminars
  22 Jul 2011
  Titan Fire & Security has announced a series of not-for-profit best practice seminars aimed at sharing knowledge about a number of business topics.
- Northern Ireland Regulations on Controls of Ozone Depleting Substances
  21 Jul 2011
  From 31st July two new Regulations come in to place with the aim to help limit Northern Ireland's emissions of ozone depleting substances.
- Senseco Announce Seminars on FIREscape Emergency Lighting
  21 Jul 2011
  FIA member company Senseco has announced a seminar covering open protocol systems for FD&A, voice alarm and security systems as well as launching the new FIREscape emergency lighting system.
- Construction Design and Management (CDM)
  19 Jul 2011
  Everyone controlling site work has health and safety responsibilities. HSE provides information on construction design and management regulations.
- BSi Invites Comments on PAS 79 Fire Risk Assessment
  12 Jul 2011
  BSi is inviting technical comments on PAS 79 Fire Risk Assessment Guidance and a Recommended Methodology by 15th August.
- FIA Launches New Voice Alarm Training Course
  11 Jul 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has today announced the launch of a new technical training course entitled Guidance on the Design and Implementation of Voice Alarm Systems.
- FIA Appeals to Local MPs Regarding Fire and Rescue Service Policy Changes
  11 Jul 2011
  The FIA is this week highlighting to local MPS the issue of automated fire alarm policy changes in certain counties across the UK.
- Fire Safety now up for discussion in Government's Red Tape Challenge
  30 Jun 2011
  Until 21st July, as part of the Government's Red Tape Challenge, the public, businesses, Inspectors and enforcement officers are being asked to share their experience and ideas on fire safety regulations that they use on a daily basis.
- Workplace Fire Safety Cost-Cutting Puts Employees Lives at Risk
  23 Jun 2011
  UK employers are potentially putting their employees? lives at risk by cutting back on fire safety in the current economic climate according to a survey recently conducted by the Fire Industry Association (FIA).
- The Bribery Act 2010 comes into force 1st July 2011
  22 Jun 2011
  After many months have of delay, the Bribery Act 2010 is due to come into force on 1 July 2011. It brings with it some quite substantial implications for all businesses.
- 'Competency Criteria for Fire Risk Assessors' draft for Public Comment
  15 Jun 2011
  The Fire Risk Assessors Competency Criteria, as created by the Competency Council is due for public comment.
- FIA Release Free Best Practice Guide to Fire Safety
  09 Jun 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has published a Best Practice Guide to fire safety in commercial premises which has been launched today at their Fire Safety Seminar in Berkshire.
- Fire Industry Association Warns of Reductions in Fire Cover for Essex Businesses
  24 May 2011
  The FIA is urging businesses in Essex to review their fire risk assessments and seek advice to ensure their emergency procedures reflect changes in response by their local Fire Service which could result in no attendance to...
- FIA nominated for Website of the Year
  23 May 2011
  FIA is up for an award at the Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards 2011.
- Fire Industry Association Warns of Reductions in Fire Cover for Businesses
  20 May 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) is urging businesses in Berkshire to review their fire risk assessments and seek advice to ensure their emergency procedures reflect changes in response by their local Fire Service.
- FIA Launches New FD&A Route to Certification Scheme
  18 May 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA), in conjunction with the National Security Inspectorate (NSI), is pleased to announce the launch of the new Route to SP203 (FD&A) Certification Scheme, aimed at helping companies who wish to achieve the BAFE SP203 Regis
- FIA Warns of Reductions in Fire Cover for Businesses
  11 May 2011
  Following a brief survey carried out by the FIA into the Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) nationwide, the Association found that 12 FRS have modified their attendance due to false alarms.
- Revision to SP203-1 has been published
  03 May 2011
  Revision to SP203-1 Fire Detection and Alarm systems published and is available for download. Read on to find out the principle changes outlined.
- FIA Announces New Fire Risk Assessment Membership Criteria
  20 Apr 2011
  As of 1st April 2011, the Fire Industry Association (FIA) has changed its membership criteria regarding its Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) members.
- The EU Commission have agreed new phase out dates for halon critical uses
  19 Apr 2011
  amended regulation sets out the new phase out dates for halons in fire fighting
- 2011 FIA Conference 'Drives' Fire Safety Forward at Williams F1
  21 Mar 2011
  The Fire Industry Associations 2011 Conference has been hailed a success following last weeks event at the Williams F1 Conference Centre, Oxfordshire.
- FIA Export Celebrates 10th Birthday
  01 Mar 2011
  FIA Export held its 10th Anniversary celebration on 23rd February, a decade to the day since its inception as the then FIC Export Council.
- Letter to Chief Fire Officers Concerning the Reduction of False Alarm and Unwanted Fire Signals
  18 Feb 2011
  The FIA and the BSIA (British Security Industry Association) is very concerned that many Fire and Rescue Services are considering deviating or have deviated from the CFOA Policy for the Reduction of False Alarms and Unwanted Fire Signals.
- IMCS February 2011 Update
  16 Feb 2011
  The Installers & Maintainers Commercial Section Update is now online, detailing completed projects of benefit to FIA members.
- Localism Bill Could Have Serious Repercussions For Business Fire Protection
  16 Feb 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) warns that if the Fire and Rescue Services charge to attend false alarms, as proposed in the new Localism Bill, it could have a serious impact on fire safety in England and Wales.
- Working to prevent injuries and deaths from the UK's most common poison
  11 Feb 2011
  Lynn Griffiths, President/Founder of Carbon monoxide-Awareness - a registered charity and founder of the national *Carbon monoxide-Awareness Week tells her story.
- FIA Responds to Localism Bill
  09 Feb 2011
  The Government has proposed that Fire and Rescue Services are to be given the power to charge for the attendance at false alarms.
- EU Construction Products Regulation - Text Agreed
  09 Feb 2011
  An update on the progress of the Construction Products Regulation.
- FIA New Technology Seminar Day Hailed A Success
  08 Feb 2011
  The FIA is pleased to announce that its first New Technology Seminar Day was a success.
- The FIA Expands Technical Team
  07 Feb 2011
  The FIA welcomes Graham Simons as technical manager to the FIA Technical Team.
- DCLG Construction product-related notifications
  02 Feb 2011
  NOTIFICATIONS OF MEMBER STATE TECHNICAL REGULATIONS ON CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS - NEW PROCESS
- FIA Finalises Agenda for 2011 Conference
  27 Jan 2011
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has confirmed an impressive line up of speakers and topics for its 2011 annual conference to be staged on 17 March at the Williams F1 Conference Centre in Oxfordshire.
- Electrical Fire Safety Week 24-30 Jan 2011
  26 Jan 2011
  The Government has launched the first Electrical Fire Safety Week which aims to raise awareness about the biggest causes of accidental house fires in the country.
- 2011 International Firex Show
  24 Jan 2011
  Hosted in partnership with the FIA, International Firex will return to the NEC Birmingham from 16-19 May 2011.
- Construction products: new rules on labelling of hazardous substances
  19 Jan 2011
  Building materials containing hazardous substances will have to be clearly labelled to protect the health and safety of building workers and other users, under a new regulation on the EU-wide sale of construction products.
- Limited Spaces at the FIA New Technology Seminar Day
  10 Jan 2011
  The FIA is holding its first New Technology Seminar Day on Thursday 3rd February where FIA member companies will present & displaying a mixture of new products and ideas.
- Edinburgh Fringe venue saved from major disaster by fire alarm system
  07 Jan 2011
  Edinburgh Fringe Festival venue, the Queen's Hall, had a small electrical fire on Wednesday 5th January which was safely extinguished by the Lothian & Borders Fire Brigade.
- Trading on the fire and rescue brand
  05 Jan 2011
  Did you know that fire and rescue services have the right to trade commercially? Graham Ellicott's latest blog is online now
- F-Gas Regulation Information
  05 Jan 2011
  F-Gas Support have released an information leaflet to give guidance on how to comply with F-Gas regulations.
2010
- Fire Futures: National Interests Workstream Report available to view now
  22 Dec 2010
  The Fire Futures Report: 'National Interests Workstream - Decentralisation in the fire sector - Empowering and protecting the citizen' is now available to view online
- FIA Office Closure Christmas 2010
  22 Dec 2010
  Please note that the FIA offices will be closed from Thursday 23rd December and will re-open on Tuesday 4th January
- Leading insurers gather at Vodafone
  16 Dec 2010
  RiskUK reports on the annual Insurance Risk Management Forum. Hosted by both CSL and DualCom at their business partner Vodafones HQ, which FIA CEO, Graham Ellicott, presented on need for monitored systems from insurers.
- Portables Score 9 Out Of 10
  10 Dec 2010
  International Fire Protection Feature: The debate as to whether portable extinguishers should be used or not is sure to continue, but a recent report from the FIA came down firmly in their favour.
- FM Companies: Are you fire proof?
  09 Dec 2010
  FIA Technical Manager, Phil Martin, discusses fire and hazard protection in the latest issue of Practical FM.
- Blackpool Fire Safety Seminar
  07 Dec 2010
  The presentations from the Fire Safety Seminar held in Blackpool last week for sleeping accommodation are now available to download.
- Paying the online price
  07 Dec 2010
  Feature in RiskUK about buying portable extinguishers on the internet written by David Murfitt, MD Fire Safety Services (UK) Ltd and FIA Marketing Committee Chairman.
- Fire Risk Assessment 'Extinguishers' CPD Day Announced for Spring 2011
  24 Nov 2010
  The FIA Fire Risk Assessment Council has announced that the FIA is to run quarterly CPD days on various subjects. The Council has announced the next FIA Fire Risk Assessment 'Extinguishers' CPD Day will run on 17th February 2011.
- FIA Fire Risk Assessment Council Feature in Education Business
  24 Nov 2010
  Tom Welland, member of the Fire Industry Associations Fire Risk Assessment Council, investigates how schools can make their premises safe from arson attack in the latest issue of Education Business.
- Fire Safety Professional FIA Feature
  19 Nov 2010
  FIA feature in Fire Safety Professional's Autumn 2010 issue, which looks at the FIA's HQ facilities for developing the association as well as training the fire industry's next generation.
- New Standards for self-extinguishing cigarettes
  19 Nov 2010
  In a move towards driving down the incidence of fires caused by discarded cigarettes, a new European Standard will cover fire-safety requirements for (RIP) cigarettes.
- Extra terrestrial certification and the fire protection universe
  16 Nov 2010
  Graham Ellicott's November Blog is online now
- Success at 2010 AGM & Lunch
  12 Nov 2010
  The successes of the past year and the challenges going forward were the focus of attention on 10th November as more than 300 members and guests attended the FIA AGM & Lunch at the Landmark Hotel, London
- LFEPA: FBU has placed firefighters in a terrible position
  27 Oct 2010
  London firefighters' plan to stage a two-day strike beginning on November 5th has attracted further condemnation from the chairman and commissioner of the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA).
- Kent Fire and Rescue could stop responding to automatic fire alarms
  27 Oct 2010
  Kent Fire and Rescue (KFRS) has come up with efficiency saving proposals that could result in its crews not responding to automatic fire alarms, some of which waste valuable resources.
- Wolverhampton flat fire leads to hospitalisation of three
  27 Oct 2010
  The importance of fire detection and alarm systems, which can prevent fatalities by warning people the moment a blaze starts, has been highlighted by an incident in the West Midlands.
- London firefighters criticised for Bonfire Night strike plans
  26 Oct 2010
  Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade (LFB) risk damaging public support for their cause if they go ahead with plans to stage a walkout on Bonfire Night, one of the busiest periods for them, it has been stated.
- Watford hotel room damaged by fire
  26 Oct 2010
  A Watford hotel suffered its fourth fire in six months when a blaze broke out at a spa treatment room, highlighting the importance of carrying out proper fire risk assessments.
- Did fire alarm fail at Southampton block?
  26 Oct 2010
  The importance of having fully functional fire detection and alarm systems has been brought to light once more by an incident at a Southampton block of flats, it has emerged.
- FIA Annual Conference, March 17th 2011
  25 Oct 2010
  Every year the FIA annual conference brings together both members and non-members from the fire industry, providing a forum to discuss all the latest key issues and topics affecting the fire safety community.
- NSI Confirms Appointment of New Chief Executive
  21 Oct 2010
  The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) has announced soon to retire, Andrew White, will be succeeded by Brigadier Jeff Little, OBE, MBA.
- London Fire Service - Industrial Action to go ahead
  20 Oct 2010
  The Fire Brigade's Union has proposed dates for action: 23 October and 1 November 2010. Steve Turek, LFB Safety Commisioner details a number of things you can do to reduce fire risk and calls to the fire service.
- New CEN-CENELEC SME Web portal
  19 Oct 2010
  CEN-CENELEC launches new web portal to help SMEs work with standards and achieve a greater benefit for them.
- FIA 2010 Annual Report Out Now
  15 Oct 2010
  FIA Annual Review 2010 is out now and available to view online or for download.
- Pub destroyed by blaze
  15 Oct 2010
  More than 50 firefighters from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service have tackled a huge inferno which caused extensive damage to a Wetherspoons pub.
- Voice of the Customer Workshop
  15 Oct 2010
  In order to best meet the needs of those in the fire industry, the FIA held a 'Voice of the Customer' workshop morning.
- Fire at Bolton flats leads to prohibition notice on building owner
  14 Oct 2010
  Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service crews have rescued 13 people from an inferno at a block of flats on St Georges Road in Bolton, highlighting the importance of having proper evacuation procedures in place.
- Brighton landlord fined for fire safety violations
  14 Oct 2010
  Safety concerns raised by East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service recently resulted in the penalisation of a private sector landlord, who was ordered to pay a fine after breaching fire safety regulations.
- FIA WEBSITE RELAUNCH: LATEST INITIATIVE TOWARDS INTEGRATED E-COMMS
  14 Oct 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has demonstrated its latest commitment to extending its role as a central information resource for all those involved in the fire industry with the announcement of the launch of an extensively revamped website.
- Fire safety shortcomings inconvenience students
  13 Oct 2010
  Serious safety issues, including a lack of fire detection and alarm systems, recently forced students out of a block of flats in Leicester into nearby hostels, it has been reported.
- London crews tackle Hampton Hill Cricket Club fire
  12 Oct 2010
  A single storey pavilion near Bushy Park in Hampton Hill has gone up in flames, destroying "priceless" cricket memories and highlighting the importance of regular fire risk assessments.
- Firefighters' time lost to false alarms
  11 Oct 2010
  Despite efforts to minimise false call-outs to fire and rescue services, which are normally generated by automatic fire alarms, the problem still persists across the country.
- Organic dairy farm suffers fire damage
  08 Oct 2010
  The importance of conducting regular fire risk assessments has been highlighted by a blaze that resulted in the destruction of an organic dairy farm in Potterne, Wiltshire, earlier this week.
- Just Published: FIA article in Health Business
  08 Oct 2010
  The highest standards for fire protection systems in healthcare premises are needed, says Graham Ellicott, chief executive officer of the Fire Industry Association.
- Safety of timber-frame buildings continues to cause concern
  08 Oct 2010
  Debate over the safety and suitability of timber-framed buildings has been raging in the recent past thanks to a growing number of incidents involving tower blocks built using this method.
- Blaze hits tower block with disabled fire alarm system
  07 Oct 2010
  A blaze believed to have been started deliberately recently affected a block of flats where fire alarms had been turned off by engineers because of false call-outs to fire and rescue services, it has been reported.
- Luxury hotel fined for breaching fire safety regulations
  06 Oct 2010
  The importance of complying with fire safety regulations has been highlighted by the prosecution of a luxury hotel, which has been ordered to pay thousands of pounds in fines.
- Fire management system saves recycling plant from extensive damage
  06 Oct 2010
  A fire detection and alarm system has been credited with preventing a recycling plant in Kidderminster from suffering major damage following an inferno at the facility.
- Social landlord criticised for not having smoke detectors in flats
  06 Oct 2010
  Failure by a housing association to install effective fire detection and alarm systems in its properties resulted in the death of a tenant in a fire in Bradford, an inquest has been told.
- Patients evacuated from hospital fire
  04 Oct 2010
  More than 40 patients were evacuated from Fairfield Hospital last week when the fire alarm was raised.
- Graham Ellicott's October 2010 Blog
  04 Oct 2010
  Who do you think you are? Many of you, I hope, will know that FIA stands for Fire Industry Association but believe it or not, there are some other organisations out there using the same initials!
- Hotel owners prosecuted for deadly blaze
  04 Oct 2010
  The owners of the Penhallow Hotel in Newquay are facing charges for breaching fire regulations after a blaze in August 2007 killed three people.
- Firefighters 'could stop attending automatic alarms'
  04 Oct 2010
  Firefighters may no longer attend automatic fire alarms in a bid to save money, according to a report in the Dumfries and Galloway Standard.
- Heavy rain causes false fire alarms in London
  04 Oct 2010
  Heavy rain across the country left the capital's fire and rescue services stretched to the limit over the weekend as firefighters responded to flooding incidents in residential and business premises.
- Pub landlord receives heavy fine for fire safety violations
  30 Sep 2010
  A Berkshire pub landlord has been slammed by local magistrates for putting the lives of his customers at risk by failing to carry out proper fire risk assessments on his premises.
- Essex warehouse blaze highlights importance of fire detection systems
  30 Sep 2010
  The importance of having fire detection systems installed in commercial premises has once again been highlighted following a serious blaze in Essex.
- Fire chief announces clampdown on faulty fire detection equipment
  30 Sep 2010
  The Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service has announced plans to cut back on the number of times it attends false alarms.
- Animals saved from Taunton petting zoo fire
  29 Sep 2010
  Animals at a petting zoo in Taunton were saved from a fire last weekend.
- Firefighters tackle Douglas shop blaze
  29 Sep 2010
  Firefighters on the Isle of Man tackled a blaze above a fashion shop early this morning (September 28th), highlighting the importance of fire detection and alarm systems.
- Test fire safety equipment regularly, managers told
  28 Sep 2010
  Commercial premises owners and the responsible person in such places may want to ensure they regularly test their fire detection and alarm systems in order to avoid the fate of one hotel manager.
- London crews tackle industrial and derelict building fires
  28 Sep 2010
  A fire on an industrial estate on Dominion Road in Southall, London, has been attended by four fire engines and around 20 firefighters from the London Fire Brigade.
- Manchester crews tackle industrial unit fires
  28 Sep 2010
  Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service recently tackled an inferno at a mill in Rochdale, underscoring the importance of having regular fire risk assessments in commercial premises.
- Sprinklers, extinguishers and alarms 'a holistic fire protection solution'
  27 Sep 2010
  Automatic fire sprinklers have been credited with preventing a fire in a florist's shop within the Coral Island leisure complex on Blackpool's Promenade from becoming a major incident.
- London hotel and manager fined for fire safety violations
  27 Sep 2010
  A London establishment and its manager have been ordered to pay more than £30,000 in fines and costs after being found guilty of breaching fire safety regulations.
- C-Tec fire solution installed at Glasgow animal hospital
  27 Sep 2010
  A new veterinary hospital in Glasgow city centre now features a fire detection and alarm system from C-Tec, a member of the Fire Industry Association (FIA).
- False fire alarm leads to Ryder Cup venue evacuation
  27 Sep 2010
  The importance of minimising false fire alarms has been highlighted by the evacuation of guests from the venue hosting the Ryder Cup in south Wales.
- Fire detection and alarm system 'saves the day'
  24 Sep 2010
  The importance of fire detection and alarm systems has been highlighted by an incident in which one is credited with helping to prevent a fire from causing a fatality.
- Three rushed to hospital following London fire
  24 Sep 2010
  Three people were rushed to hospital in the early hours of this morning (September 23rd) by London Ambulance Service crews following a blaze at a semi-detached three-storey property in the capital
- Middlesex landlord fined for fire safety breaches
  24 Sep 2010
  Middlesex landlord fined for fire safety breaches
- Pickles 'very concerned' about safety of firefighters
  23 Sep 2010
  The safety of firefighters is being risked by communications equipment supplied to fire stations by contractor EADS, according to the secretary of state for communities and local government Eric Pickles, it has been reported.
- Firefighters respond to false fire alarms in university halls of residence
  23 Sep 2010
  The importance of minimising unnecessary call-outs to fire services has been highlighted once more by North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, which was forced to respond to three false alarms recently.
- Fire crews tackle flat-related incidents
  23 Sep 2010
  Fire safety in houses of multiple occupation remains an issue thanks to recent incidents involving such buildings, which underscore the importance of having effective fire detection and alarm systems in place.
- London firefighters threaten industrial action
  21 Sep 2010
  London firefighters could down their tools in the near future following the Fire Brigades Union's (FBU) revelation that members overwhelmingly backed industrial action.
- Welsh recycling plant destroyed by inferno
  21 Sep 2010
  A blaze at a recycling plant in Wales has highlighted the importance of having regular fire risk assessments in factories and other commercial premises.
- Four people rescued from blaze at Manchester residential block
  21 Sep 2010
  Four people were taken to hospital suffering the effects of smoke inhalation following a blaze at a block of flats in Manchester on Sunday (September 19th).
- Fire crews rescue 14 from Deptford tower block blaze
  21 Sep 2010
  A fire in a tower block in Deptford last night has highlighted the importance of fire detection and alarm systems, as well as having effective evacuation procedures in place.
- Warwickshire cement warehouse damaged by fire
  21 Sep 2010
  A cement warehouse in Nuneaton has been engulfed by a huge fire, which is reported to have started on Monday evening (September 20th) at 19:40 BST.
- Firefighters tackle restaurant and pub fires in London
  20 Sep 2010
  A single storey restaurant on Edgware Road in London has been damaged by a blaze, which was tackled by firefighters from the London Fire Brigade.
- Nursing home residents evacuated following fire
  20 Sep 2010
  Residents of a Stourport-on-Severn nursing home were forced out of their residence by a fire in the early hours of this morning (September 17th).
- West Lothian factory destroyed by fire
  20 Sep 2010
  A printing factory in West Lothian has been destroyed by a fierce fire, which resulted in the hospitalisation of one person and the evacuation of neighbouring businesses.
- HOTEL FIRE SAFETY FOCUS FOR FREE FIA/BAFSA SEMINAR
  20 Sep 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) and the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) have joined forces to present a seminar aimed at raising awareness of fire safety in owners of hotels, guest houses, holiday flats, caravan parks and Houses o
- Faulty light fitting blamed for hospital blaze
  17 Sep 2010
  A faulty light fitting has been blamed for causing a fire at a hospital in Dundee, highlighting the importance of the responsible person ensuring regular fire risk assessments are carried out.
- Residents of Southport block rescued from blaze
  17 Sep 2010
  The importance of effective fire detection and alarm systems, as well as proper evacuation policies, has been highlighted by the rescue of people from a block of flats in Southport, Merseyside.
- Blaze destroys historic building in Greater London
  17 Sep 2010
  Firefighters last weekend tackled an inferno that destroyed a historic building in Northwood, Greater London, which was being converted into luxury flats.
- Public against planned cut to fire services' budget
  17 Sep 2010
  Members of the public are opposed to government plans to cut funding for fire and rescue services, new figures by the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) have revealed.
- Flat fires highlight importance of fire detection systems
  16 Sep 2010
  Fire safety in flats and other types of shared accommodation continues to raise concerns as incidents involving such structures occur across the UK's urban areas.
- Fierce blaze hits Swansea factory
  16 Sep 2010
  The importance of commercial premises having regular fire risk assessments has been highlighted by a fierce blaze at a car parts factory in Wales, which took firefighters ten hours to put out.
- Fire risk in timber framed buildings back in spotlight
  15 Sep 2010
  Debate over the fire risk posed by timber framed buildings has reignited following a serious blaze attended by Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service in the south-east of England last week.
- Apollo fire solution provided for Surrey Sports Park
  15 Sep 2010
  A multimillion-pound sports facility in the south-east of England now boasts a fire detection and alarm system from Apollo, a member of the Fire Industry Association.
- False fire alarms costing rescue service over £230,000 annually
  15 Sep 2010
  The importance of commercial premises taking measures to minimise incidents of false alarms which result in unwanted call outs to fire services has been highlighted by new statistics.
- FIA Focus - Issue 16
  15 Sep 2010
  The latest issue of Focus is now available.
- Brigade tackles office and workshop fires
  14 Sep 2010
  The importance of fire detection and alarm systems has been highlighted by an incident in the Docklands, which prompted a response from London Fire brigade crews.
- Warehouse fire causes huge disruption
  10 Sep 2010
  A large industrial file in Waltham Cross has caused "total panic" in the local area.
- Just published: FIA article in Fire Risk Management
  10 Sep 2010
  With some less scrupulous firms out to make a quick buck in the fire protection and maintenance market, Graham Ellicott explains how third-party certification can give confidence in terms of quality of work and business integrity.
- Landlords want fire safety legislation revisited
  10 Sep 2010
  The coalition government should act to make fire safety legislation for residential accommodation more streamlined, it has been suggested.
- Landlords 'ignore fire safety responsibilities'
  10 Sep 2010
  Commercial landlords are not taking their fire safety responsibilities seriously enough, it has been suggested.
- Firefighters defeat blaze at car plant
  10 Sep 2010
  A fire at a car parts plant in Swansea was successfully defeated by the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Services on September 8th.
- Landlord fine shows 'seriousness' of breaching fire safety regulations
  08 Sep 2010
  The importance of adhering to fire safety regulations has been underlined after a landlord was fined thousands of pounds for ignoring the instructions of a council's environmental health officers.
- Voice alarm 'enables faster, safer evacuation'
  08 Sep 2010
  Members of the public would respond more readily to a voice alarm than a traditional bell-ringing fire alarm, it has been revealed.
- Lancashire business units damaged in 'arson attack'
  08 Sep 2010
  A fire in Lancashire has caused hundreds of thousands of pounds to a building which houses two businesses, the Lancashire Telegraph reports.
- Overnight fire affects Northamptonshire warehouse
  07 Sep 2010
  Police are investigating the cause of a fire which broke out at a warehouse in Northamptonshire.
- Fire fines 'are too low'
  07 Sep 2010
  More than four in ten people believe fines for breaches of fire safety legislation are too low, it has been revealed.
- Ibrox blaze attracts 60 firefighters
  07 Sep 2010
  A fire at a tyre storage centre in Glasgow led to the evacuation of some 30 people in the vicinity.
- Multiple-arson suspect arrested
  06 Sep 2010
  A 26-year-old man is being questioned on suspicion of starting three fires in the Harrow area.
- Carlisle warehouse fire threat to residents
  06 Sep 2010
  A Carlisle resident has praised the emergency services after the fire brigade responded quickly to a serious incident at a nearby warehouse, highlighting the importance of adequate fire detection systems
- Disaster prevented by fire safety equipment
  03 Sep 2010
  Fire safety equipment helped to prevent a "catastrophe" at a store in Ilkeston, it has been claimed.
- Fire safety concerns could close museum
  03 Sep 2010
  A museum in Norfolk could be forced to close its doors permanently if it fails to find the money to make fire safety improvements.
- Man faces jail over fire safety regulation compliance
  03 Sep 2010
  A company director has been warned he could be jailed for flouting a court order relating to fire safety regulation compliance.
- Bolton firm offers reward after 'malicious' fire
  02 Sep 2010
  A £10,000 reward for information is being offered by Armstrongs Environmental Services after its Bolton recycling plant caught fire for a third time.
- 'Suspicious' fire destroys charity building
  02 Sep 2010
  A building used by a children's charity has been completely destroyed following a "suspicious" fire.
- Mums-to-be evacuated after fire alarm sounds warning
  02 Sep 2010
  The importance of an adequate fire alarm system has been highlighted by the evacuation of a Coventry hospital ward.
- Firefighters tackle Bolton recycling plant blaze
  01 Sep 2010
  An investigation is underway after a fire broke out at a recycling plant in Bolton for the third time in two years, the BBC reports.
- MP Vince Cable Meets the FIA
  31 Aug 2010
  MP Vincet Cable has discussed with the Fire Industry Association (FIA), a new business to his constituency, the importance of fire safety and addressed the delicate issue of 'cowboy' contractors and the potential hazards that they could instigate.
- Crews respond to Shropshire residential block fire
  27 Aug 2010
  Firefighters from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service have tackled a fire in a block of flats, which resulted in residents being evacuated in the middle of the night, it has been reported.
- Fire-ravaged waste management firm goes into adminstration
  27 Aug 2010
  A North Yorkshire waste management firm, the premises for which were destroyed by a large fire earlier this month, has been forced to lay off staff following the incident.
- Birmingham landlord prosecuted for fire safety violations
  27 Aug 2010
  A landlord has been fined at Birmingham Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to fire safety breaches, highlighting the importance of the responsible person ensuring commercial premises comply with regulations.
- Fire crews fight large blaze at Lancashire mill
  27 Aug 2010
  Firefighters have tackled an inferno at a derelict Lancashire mill reported to have started on Thursday night (August 26th) at around 20:20 BST.
- Crews tackle fire at former Strathclyde school
  27 Aug 2010
  A blaze at a disused school has been successfully contained by emergency crews from Strathclyde Fire and Rescue.
- Smoke ventilation systems vital for preventing reduced visibilty
  27 Aug 2010
  All commercial premises in England and Wales are governed by fire safety rules that compel them to put in place certain measures designed to prevent blazes or injury to people, one expert has stated.
- Graham Ellicott Blogspot
  27 Aug 2010
  Graham Ellicott takes a break from his exhausting researches into the connections between between beaches, food and drink and firefighters in southern France.
- CLG reveals further fire safety breaches
  26 Aug 2010
  Alleged fire safety breaches in court buildings and prisons have come to light thanks to a Freedom of Information disclosure by Communities and Local Government (CLG).
- Rickmansworth false fire alarm leads to pensioners' evacuation
  26 Aug 2010
  A false fire alarm resulted in dozens of pensioners being evacuated from a housing complex as firefighters were deployed to tackle the incident last night (August 24th) it has been reported.
- West Sussex blaze engulfs warehouse
  26 Aug 2010
  A blaze has torn through a warehouse in West Sussex and resulted in damage to another, highlighting the importance of commercial premises conducting regular fire risk assessments.
- Birmingham shopkeeper prosecuted for breaching fire safety regulations
  25 Aug 2010
  A West Midlands shopkeeper has been prosecuted for breaching fire safety regulations and ordered to pay thousands of pounds in fines and costs, it has been reported.
- South-west landlord prosecuted for safety breaches
  25 Aug 2010
  A West Country landlord has been ordered to pay £2,000 in fines after consistently failing to maintain his property to "a reasonable standard", resulting in fire safety breaches, it has been revealed.
- Debate rages over fire safety in timber-framed tower blocks
  25 Aug 2010
  The risk posed by timber-built towers has been highlighted by new statistics from the Department of Communities and Local Government, which show fires in such structures have a greater average spread than those in traditionally built houses.
- Recently published: FIA article in Risk UK
  25 Aug 2010
  Martin Duggan presents a well-attended fire risk assessments seminar.
- Recently published: FIA article in Fire Safety Professional
  25 Aug 2010
  Colin Todd lays down plans for clients and employers to recognise the competencies of their fire risk assessors.
- Recent FIA article in Fire Safety Professional
  25 Aug 2010
  FIA responds to BBC tower block fire safety debate.
- Fire crews tackle Staffordshire blaze
  25 Aug 2010
  Firefighters have today (August 24th) tackled a large fire in a Staffordshire property, highlighting the importance of responsible persons ensuring fire risk assessments are conducted.
- Pub fire leads to injury to firefighter
  24 Aug 2010
  Fire crews responded to a blaze in an office building on Dean Bradley Street in Westminster last weekend, which resulted in electrical cables being damaged.
- Fire crews respond to large factory fire in Kidderminster
  24 Aug 2010
  Crews from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service today (August 23rd) responded to a large fire at a factory in Kidderminster.
- Eight people escape from tower block blaze
  24 Aug 2010
  A tower block fire in London has highlighted the importance of fire risk assessments, which are legally required in order to identify any potential hazards that could lead to an inferno.
- Just published: FIA article in Health Business
  24 Aug 2010
  Graham Ellicott discusses a new survey that highlights the critical role of fire extinguishers.
- FIA article in Fire Risk Management
  24 Aug 2010
  Graham Ellicott reports on a competent workforce, developed through effective fire safety training.
- FIA Fire Risk Assessors CPD Day July 2010
  24 Aug 2010
  This July the FIA held its first Fire Risk Assessors CPD Day which looked at Passive Fire Protection and was a great success. The presentations given on the day are available to download.
- Fire crews tackle underground car park fire
  23 Aug 2010
  Firefighters from Battersea and other surrounding fire stations have tackled a blaze at an underground car park with a hotel and apartments above it.
- Bethnal Green Road fire damages pub
  23 Aug 2010
  Fire detection and alarm systems played a critical role in alerting residents living in flats above a London pub of an inferno at the commercial establishment earlier this morning (August 20th).
- Recycling warehouse damaged by fire
  23 Aug 2010
  An inferno at a paper recycling warehouse in Uxbridge, north-west London, has once more highlighted the importance of commercial premises having fire risk assessments.
- Fire crews rescue two people from chip shop blaze
  20 Aug 2010
  Merseyside firefighters have rescued two people from a fire that broke out in a chip shop after being ignited by a chip pan range and extractor system on the premises' ground floor.
- Fire damages Wolverhampton school
  20 Aug 2010
  A fierce fire this week caused destruction to a school in Wolverhampton, highlighting the importance of fire detection and alarm systems.
- COURSES FOR SOURCES - SAFER WORKING WITH ELECTRICITY
  20 Aug 2010
  A new course has been added to the training offering from the Fire Industry Association (FIA) designed to provide those working in the installation of fire and security systems with the necessary knowledge and skills to work safely...
- Fire razes gift shop in Northern Ireland
  20 Aug 2010
  Fire fighters in Northern Ireland have tackled an overnight blaze that engulfed a shop in the town of Larne, causing damage to the building.
- Glasgow fire destroys flats under construction
  19 Aug 2010
  A block of flats that were under construction have been destroyed by a major fire in the west of Glasgow, Strathclyde Fire and Rescue service has revealed.
- New fire detection system for Surrey's Ramada Farnham
  19 Aug 2010
  A new fire detection and alarm system has been installed in the Ramada Farnham hotel in the south-east of England, which now features a safety solution from Hochiki, a member of the Fire Industry Association.
- Shop fire causes damage to flats
  19 Aug 2010
  A fire in a shop with flats above it caused damage to a building on High Road in Willesden earlier this week, highlighting the importance of commercial premises carrying out regular fire risk assessments.
- Romania hospital fire results in infant deaths
  18 Aug 2010
  The importance of fire risk assessments has been highlighted by the news that a hospital fire in Romania has resulted in the death of newborn babies and severe injuries to others.
- Fire alarm spoils play at football match
  18 Aug 2010
  Football fans in Halifax were forced onto the pitch of a local stadium when a fire alarm went off, resulting in the game being stopped for nearly half an hour, it has been reported.
- Swansea landlord pleads guilty to fire safety breaches
  18 Aug 2010
  A landlord in Wales has been ordered to pay thousands of pounds after pleading guilty to charges relating to breaching the Fire Safety Order (2005) and other offences.
- Mill fire forces residents out of their homes
  17 Aug 2010
  Fire crews from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service have tackled an inferno at a large mill that resulted in local residents being moved away for safety.
- Just Published - Building for Education Article Aug 10
  17 Aug 2010
  Just published in this month's issue of Building for Education Magazine is an FIA article, written by Robert Thilthorpe, discussing the situation of fires in schools.
- Cornwall building fire causes road closures
  16 Aug 2010
  A fire in a five-storey building in Cornwall resulted in local roads in the centre of St Ives being closed as emergency services battled to contain it, it has been reported.
- Wrexham shop owner prosecuted following fire safety breaches
  16 Aug 2010
  The importance of the responsible person in every business complying with fire safety regulations has been highlighted by the prosecution of the owner of a shop in Wrexham.
- Firefighters tackle two industrial blazes
  16 Aug 2010
  West Midlands Fire Service this week had to respond to two separate fire incidents involving empty industrial units on the former Langley Maltings site in Western Road, Oldbury.
- London Fire Brigade battles pub and restaurant fires
  13 Aug 2010
  A fire in a two storey pub on Dukes Road in Ealing, London, was attended by four fire engines and around 20 firefighters earlier this week, highlighting the importance of fire risk assessments.
- 'Aggressive firefighting' stops Kent blaze from damaging property
  13 Aug 2010
  Firefighters from Margate, Thanet, Ramsgate and Dover this week responded to a fire that destroyed a derelict shop after being ignited by a smouldering cigarette.
- Mitcham block fire leads to evacuation of residents
  13 Aug 2010
  An inferno in a two-storey block of flats on Cranmer Farm Close in Mitcham, London, elicited response from the London Fire Brigade, which sent out eight fire engines.
- Just Published: FIA Fire First Aid Article, Risk UK
  13 Aug 2010
  The new issue of Risk UK magazine is just out and features an article from the FIA about our recent portable extinguisher survey.
- Fire crews tackle suspected chemical inferno
  12 Aug 2010
  Firefighters are tackling an inferno that started this morning (August 11th) following a chemical explosion near York.
- 'Small fire' leads to evacuation of spa
  12 Aug 2010
  Hundreds of people were evacuated to safety when a blaze started at a spa in Uttoxeter, a historic market town in Staffordshire, highlighting the importance of fire detection and alarm systems.
- Firefighters second most trusted people
  12 Aug 2010
  It will be reassuring to the public in general to know that firefighters are among the most trusted people in the UK, according to a new study.
- Tyne workshop fire tackled by over 50 firefighters
  11 Aug 2010
  More than 50 firefighters have tackled an inferno at a derelict workshop in Newcastle this morning (August 10th), which took them nearly three hours to put out.
- Scottish businesses could be penalised for false fire alarms
  11 Aug 2010
  Scotland's fire and rescue services could penalise businesses that send out false call outs for fire crews triggered by automatic fire alarms under new proposals being considered.
- Fire destroys south Yorkshire warehouse
  11 Aug 2010
  A large fire has destroyed a warehouse in south Yorkshire used for storing flat pack furniture, highlighting the importance of carrying out fire rescue assessments.
- New fire alarm system installed at BBC Monitoring in Reading
  10 Aug 2010
  BBC Monitoring in Caversham Park, Reading, is now home to a new fire detection and alarm system following the installation of a public address and voice evacuation system.
- Lack of fire risk assessments leads to landlord's prosecution
  10 Aug 2010
  The importance of businesses complying with regulations has been highlighted by the prosecution and fining of a landlord who was ordered to pay £8,500 for fire safety breaches.
- Restaurant owners fined for fire safety order breaches
  10 Aug 2010
  North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a reminder for businesses to ensure they comply with fire safety requirements after a restaurant owner was slapped with a fine of £15,000 for not abiding by the rules.
- Lancashire false fire alarm reduction plans criticised
  06 Aug 2010
  Controversial plans by Lancashire fire and rescue services to cut automatic fire alarm call outs have raised concerns that they could end up putting lives at risk, it has been reported.
- Somerset hospital calls fire services 170 times over false fire alarms
  05 Aug 2010
  Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has wasted more than £60,000 responding to false fire alarms at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, it has been revealed.
- Atomic base fire prompts evacuation and 600 metre cordon
  05 Aug 2010
  Fire detection and alarm systems could have been critical in alerting staff at Britain's main nuclear weapons factory about a fire, which forced them to be evacuated over safety fears.
- Fire not getting the recognition it warrants in building sustainability
  05 Aug 2010
  Graham Ellicott, CEO of the Fire Industry Association (FIA), has called for those involved in improving the sustainability of buildings to recognise the role that fire safety has to play in that process and to reflect this in the standards and best practi
- Fire crews tackle waste recycling plant blaze
  05 Aug 2010
  Crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have tackled a large fire that broke out at a waste recycling plant in Bolton, underscoring the need for fire risk assessments in commercial premises.
- Hotel fined for fire safety order breaches
  04 Aug 2010
  The importance of accurate risk assessments and staff training in fire procedures has been underlined by the prosecution of a Leicester hotel business, which was slapped with a £40,000 fine for breaching regulations.
- Berkshire Scheme Significantly Reduces False Fire Alarms
  03 Aug 2010
  A scheme launched by the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) last year has managed to reduce the number of false fire alarms that result in unwanted call outs to services by 26 per cent.
- Retirement home fire kills 18 in South Africa
  03 Aug 2010
  The importance of having fire detection and alarm systems, as well as effective evacuation procedures, has been highlighted by the news that 18 people have been killed in a South Africa retirement home blaze.
- Croydon town centre fire engulfs supermarket
  03 Aug 2010
  Several fire engines turned up to tackle a blaze that engulfed and destroyed a Chinese supermarket in Croydon's town centre, alongside a block of flats above the premises.
- London Fire Crews Respond to Two False Fire Alarms at Gym
  30 Jul 2010
  Full emergency responses were recently triggered when false fire alarms prompted crews from Hornsey fire station to turn up twice at a London gym last week.
- Firefighters Tackle Scotland Chemical Factory Fire
  30 Jul 2010
  The importance of having fire risk assessments, as well as fire detection and alarms systems, has been highlighted by a chemical factory fire in Scotland.
- Transposition of the Revised Waste Framework Directive (Directive 2008/98/EC)
  28 Jul 2010
  A consultation has been recently launched by DEFRA and the Welsh Regional Assembly as part of UK Government?s steps to implement the revised Waste Framework Directive.
- Hotel Fire Safety Focus for Glasgow Seminar
  28 Jul 2010
  Glasgow hoteliers will have an opportunity to get all the latest information on their fire safety responsibilities at a free seminar being staged by two of the UK?s leading fire trade associations.
- Fire Safety Order Prosecution for Food Factory Owner
  27 Jul 2010
  A London-based food factory owner has been prosecuted and fined after breaching fire safety regulations.
- Welsh universities and hospitals' false fire alarms wasting resources
  26 Jul 2010
  The importance of reducing false alarms and unwanted fire signals has been highlighted by the news that Welsh fire and rescue services have been responding to a high number of incidents that turn out to be nothing.
- Faulty appliances' fire risk highlighted by new study
  22 Jul 2010
  New research from test instrument manufacturer Seaward has underscored the need for employers and the responsible persons within organisations to ensure any electrical appliances are in good working order.
- Radio 4 Discusses 'Fire Safety Disorder' on Face the Facts
  22 Jul 2010
  Today's (22nd July) Radio 4's Face the Facts programme revealed that a number of central government departments have been breaking fire safety regulations.
- New fire detection and alarm system installed in Museum of London
  21 Jul 2010
  The Museum of London has been fitted with a new fire detection and alarm system aimed at protecting a new section of the facility charting the capital's history.
- Fire alarm leads to evacuation of cinema goers
  21 Jul 2010
  Fire detection and alarm systems' activation this week led to the evacuation of hundreds of film goers watching the latest instalment of the Toy Story franchise at Bury's new Vue Cinema.
- Fire investigation underway following Devon blaze
  20 Jul 2010
  Around 40 firemen have tackled a blaze in a block of flats in Torrington, Devon, where a man was discovered dead early Sunday after the fire was contained.
- Companies fined over Buncefield fire and explosion
  16 Jul 2010
  A four-month trial at St Albans Crown Court has culminated in five companies being slapped with a multi-million pound fine over the 2005 fire and explosion at the Buncefield Oil Storage Depot in Hertfordshire.
- Just Published: FIA Article in Risk UK
  14 Jul 2010
  Published in the July issue of Risk UK is an article from the FIA discussing fire risk assessments and third party certification.
- FIA Technical Notice: Jewel Saffire Safety Notice
  09 Jul 2010
  We have been made aware of incidents relating to the valves on 9 litre water extinguishers manufactured by Jewel Saffire.
- Almost 9 out of 10 Fires Put Out by Portable Fire Extinguishers
  08 Jul 2010
  A new survey by the FIA has highlighted that rather than declining in importance, portable fire extinguishers have an even more vital role to play as a first aid response to fire, with 88 percent of fires that are tackled with portables actually being...
- FIA Ready to Train the Next Generation
  08 Jul 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) opened its doors to over 70 invited guests on 2 July to celebrate the purchasing of new offices. The new facilities will provide a platform from which the association...
- The Fire Industry Charity Ball 2010
  30 Jun 2010
  Make a note in your diary to join your friends and colleagues at the Fire Industry's glittering annual event
- Results of Portable Fire Extinguisher Survey
  16 Jun 2010
  The results from a recent survey on the use of portable fire extinguishers is published by the FIA
- FIA Focus - Issue 15
  16 Jun 2010
  The latest edition of the FIA's quarterly publication is now available online
- Fire Risk Assessors CPD Day
  09 Jun 2010
  The FIA's Fire Risk Assessment Council is launching a series of CPD days to help fire risk assessors update and improve their knowledge.
- Checklist to help prevent false alarms
  01 Jun 2010
  Recognising the vital role that 'Preventative Maintenance' plays in reducing false alarms, the FIA has published a checklist to enable end users to ensure the cover the relevant areas within their own fire detection and alarm system.
- New Fire Minister is Appointed
  21 May 2010
  Bob Neill, MP for Bromley and Chislehurst has been appointed Fire Minister.
- BSI produce corrigenda for Standards
  19 May 2010
  The following documents have been added to the BSI website following recent amendments
- False Alarm Guide now available from the Fire Industry Association
  13 May 2010
  The FIA has produced a new publication to give guidance to the end user or 'responsible person' on the subject of false alarms.
- CEN-CENELEC Webinars
  11 May 2010
  CEN-CENELEC are to hold two webinars on SMEs and European standardisation
- The Class of 2010!
  11 May 2010
  The bid to provide the next generation of fire safety engineers is starting again, with the doors soon opening for the 2010 intake on the Fire Industry Association (FIA) Apprenticeship Scheme.
- New Statutory Instrument relating to the Fire Safety Order (FSO)is published
  10 May 2010
  Statutory Instrument No 471 relating to the FSO came into force in April 2010
- FIA publishes new video smoke detection guidance
  06 May 2010
  A new guide to Video Smoke Detection (VSD) has been published by the FIA in recognition of the increased role this technology now plays in protecting people and assets from the threat of fire.
- All Party Parliamentary Fire & Safety Rescue Group announce change of date
  30 Apr 2010
  Martin Harvey, Chairman of the Fire Industry Association is due to speak at this Group's Seminar, which is now planned for 7 June 2010.
- New FactFile highlights radical change for CE marking under new regulations
  27 Apr 2010
  The publication of its 37th 'FactFile' has been announced by the FIA to provide an invaluable guide to how CE marking operates under the CPD and, importantly, how this relates to the proposed new Construction Products Regulation.
- Fire Safety in Care Homes
  22 Apr 2010
  The FIA in association with BAFSA (British Automatic Sprinkler Association) Seminar was held in Colechester on 21 April 2010
- FIA Announces publication of FactFile on Environmental Guidance
  21 Apr 2010
  The FIA promotes the standards of the UK fire industry through close liaison and lobbying with Government, official bodies & other key organisations, has announced the availability of a legislative overview on environmental guidance.
- Seminar outline moves towards benchmarking for Fire Risk Assessors
  13 Apr 2010
  A seminar by the Fire Industry Association (FIA) has helped to clarify the position regarding fire risk assessments and has identified a robust and well defined way forward for establishing a means for those engaged in fire risk assessments to be third pa
- Warehouse Fire Safety Focus for FIA/BAFSA Seminar
  12 Apr 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) and the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) have joined forces to present a seminar aimed at raising awareness of fire safety in the owners and operators of warehouses, factories and similar facilities.
- FIA Focus - Issue 14
  09 Apr 2010
  The April edition of the publication is now available and is a whacking 16 pages!
- Third Welsh FIA Regional Meeting
  07 Apr 2010
  Every year the FIA conducts a series of regional meetings, aimed at finding out what's important to different areas of the UK.
- All-Party Parliamentary Fire Safety & Rescue Group Seminar
  24 Mar 2010
  The All-Party Parliamentary Fire Safety and Rescue Group will be re-forming after the forthcoming election and holding the first Seminar under the new House on 17 May 2010
- FIA Fact File 36 is published
  24 Mar 2010
  Fact File 36 on Environmental Guidance, the Legislative overview is now available.
- Significant IFE EngTech registrations for Fire Industry Association member company
  22 Mar 2010
  The IFE has reached an important milestone in its history by registering a significant number of engineers from a contracting member of the Fire Industry Association (FIA) at the grade of Engineering Technician.
- Euralarm General Assembly
  22 Mar 2010
  The annual Euralarm General Assembly will take place this year in Valencia on 15 - 18 May
- Fire Safety in Sleeping Accommodation
  12 Mar 2010
  PowerPoint presentation from the seminar held in Bournemouth on 17 February
- CEN-CENELEC SME Heldesk
  10 Mar 2010
  CEN and CENELEC announce the launch of the CEN-CENELEC SME Helpdesk, which will provide on-demand advice and information to support European Small and Medium sized Enterprises on standardization related issues.
- Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009
  09 Mar 2010
  These regulations set out new rules for the collection, treatment and recycling of all types of batteries and accumulators (or rechargeable batteries)
- Essex venue announced for care home fire safety seminar
  08 Mar 2010
  The latest in a highly successful series of fire safety seminars aimed specifically at the care home sector is to take place in Essex on 21 April 2010.
- Is your business getting the real help it needs?
  03 Mar 2010
  The Government has helped hundreds of businesses get through the recession and get ready for recovery via Business Link.
- Webinar on ODS and F-Gas Banks
  02 Mar 2010
  The European Commission is to host a Webinar on ODS and F-Gas Banks.
- New study offers alternative approach to open-plan fire safety
  01 Mar 2010
  A new study by the NHBC (National House Building Council) into the fire protection of open-plan flats has identified the role of enhanced fire detection and alarm provision in achieving effective fire safety.
- Do you credit check your customer?
  17 Feb 2010
  Do both for under £10 Now there is no excuse not to!
- FIA pledges full support to Corporate Manslaughter Guidelines
  12 Feb 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has welcomed the publications of new guidelines relating to the sentencing of organisations under a charge of Corporate Manslaughter.
- Ozone Depleting Substances
  11 Feb 2010
  Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer applied from 1 January 2010 and replaced Regulation (EC) No 2037/2000.
- Fire Protection of Rolling Stock
  09 Feb 2010
  Arena International's 6th Annual Fire Protection of Rolling Stock conference is to be held on 24 - 25 March 2010 in London
- Securing the Games - 2012 Olympics
  09 Feb 2010
  This years event, to be held on 24 February 2010, at Central Hall, Wesminster follows on from the succes of the first briefing which took place 12 months ago.
- FIA 2010 Training Brochure
  03 Feb 2010
  FIA training is now in its 10th year and the latest training brochure is now available.
- New Decade - New Conference - New Venue
  28 Jan 2010
  The fire industry will be converging on an Aerodrome near Northampton on 25 March 2010 as the Fire Industry Association (FIA) stages its annual conference under the banner "Entering a New Decade of Fire Safety".
- FIA Focus - Issue 13
  27 Jan 2010
  The latest edition of the Fire Industry's publication is now available online
- Euralarm Newsletter
  27 Jan 2010
  The latest edition of the Euralarm Newsletter is now available
- Wilful Fire Raising - One day seminar
  22 Jan 2010
  The FPA, in partnership with Strathclyde Fire & Rescue, are hosting a one-day seminar on Wilful Fire Raising, to be held at the Service Headquarters in Hamilton on Wednesday 3 February 2010.
- FIA Response to BBC Tower Block Fire Safety Debate
  19 Jan 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has welcomed the extension of the debate regarding fire risk assessments and their role within high rise dwellings, following the 'Face the Facts' programme broadcast by Radio 4 on 7 January.
- HSG 168 - Guidance on fire safety on construction sites
  14 Jan 2010
  The HSE has recently issued for consultation updated guidance on fire safety on construction sites, HSG 168.
- Hotel Fire Safety Focus for FIA/BAFSA Seminar
  14 Jan 2010
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) and the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) have joined forces to present a seminar aimed at raising awareness of fire safety in owners of hotels, guest houses, holiday flats, caravan parks and HMOs.
- FIA Announces full launch of 'Route to Certification'Scheme
  04 Jan 2010
  Companies involved in the manufacture, supply or maintenance of portable fire extinguishers can receive assistance in securing membership of the Fire Industry Association (FIA) and, in doing so, gain ISO 9001 registration and third party certification for
2009
- FIA's Fire Risk Assessment Council - The way forward
  23 Dec 2009
  The FIA set up a Fire Risk Assessment Council in November 2008 and invited any company/organization who 'trades' by providing Fire Risk Assessments, on a commercial basis, to join the association as a member.
- Free Membership to the FIA
  17 Dec 2009
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has introduced an offer to companies seeking membership of the association which will see them paying nothing for the remainder of this business year.
- FIA CEO calls for continued commitment to training
  16 Dec 2009
  With budgets understandably in the spotlight in what is a tough economic climate, Graham Ellicott, CEO of the Fire Industry Association (FIA), has warned fire safety companies not to ignore the importance of training.
- ODS - F Gas Consultation
  16 Dec 2009
  Consultation on proposals for GB offences and penalties legislation in relation to EC Regulation 1005/2010 on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Later and proposed amendment to the Fluorinated Gases Regulations 2009
- Fire Statistics Monitor 2009
  10 Dec 2009
  Communities and Local Government have published the latest fire statistics for England covering the 12-month period up to 31 March 2009.
- Fire Industry Association Membership Deal
  09 Dec 2009
  A special membership deal is available for those who join the FIA before 31 March 2010
- Certification route proves the right one for Western Isles
  08 Dec 2009
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) is pleased to announce the first company to successfully achieve ISO 9001 quality accreditation and BAFE certification through the association's 'Route to Certification' initiative.
- CEN enlarges its membership
  02 Dec 2009
  The Croatian Standards Institute joins the family of the CEN Members and the National Standards Bodies of Libya, Belarus and Azerbaijan gain CEN Affiliate status.
- Eurofeu Sprinkler Section Endorse Car Park Paper
  25 Nov 2009
  The Position Paper of the EUROFEU Sprinkler Section, entitled "position paper on the fire protection of car parks" is now officially EFSAC endorsed.
- NFSN - All party parliamentary group seminar
  23 Nov 2009
  Fire Sprinklers Around the World
- The FIA meets with the Conservative Shadow Spokesman on Fire
  10 Nov 2009
  FIA delegates met recently with Stewart Jackson, Conservative Shadow Spokesman on Fire, this coming a year after our initial meeting and being now, of course, much closer to the impending election.
- The FIA meets with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS)
  10 Nov 2009
  The EU Services Directive aims to break down barriers to cross border trade in services between countries in the EU, with member states required to implement the Directive by 28th December 2009.
- The FIA meets with Fire Minister, Shahid Malik
  04 Nov 2009
  A small delegation from the FIA, including Chairman Martin Harvey and Board Member Peter Moore, met in late October with the current Fire Mnister, Shahid Malik, who assumed the role in the government's summer reshuffle.
- Amendments to BS EN 54-2
  04 Nov 2009
  BS EN 54-2 has recently been amended to include some editorial corrections. To see which these are please view the FAQ section of the website, under Standards
- Care Homes Seminar - Fire Risk Assessments
  03 Nov 2009
  PowerPoint presentation by Tom Welland in Bournemouth on 9 September 2009
- The Services Directive for business in the service sector
  03 Nov 2009
  In common with outher countries across Europe, the Government is finalising plans that will make it easier for service providers to set up or offer their services anywhere in the EU.
- FIA Focus - Issue 12
  07 Oct 2009
  FIA Focus - Issue 12 - October 2009
- FIA provides snapshot of challenging year for the Fire Industry
  07 Oct 2009
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has published its 2009 Annual Review, reporting on what has been a challenging but rewarding year for the Association
- FIA Membership Profile
  01 Oct 2009
  The FIA are delighted to report that the number of members has increased since the last AGM
- CPR on target for 2012
  24 Sep 2009
  EU Construction Products Regulation - September 2009
- Care Homes Seminar - Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
  21 Sep 2009
  PowerPoint presentation given by Dave Bartlett in Bournemouth on 9 September 2009
- Care Homes Seminar - Building regulations : An Introduction
  21 Sep 2009
  Powerpoint presentation from Ian Gough in Bournemouth on 9 September 2009
- Care Homes Seminar - The Essentials of Fire Awareness
  21 Sep 2009
  Powerpoint presentation by Steve Evans in Bournemouth on 9 September 2009
- Care Homes Seminar - Sprinklers as an aid to flexibility and compliance
  21 Sep 2009
  Powerpoint presentation by Ian Gough in Bournemouth on 9 September 2009
- Care Homes Seminar - Third Party Certification
  21 Sep 2009
  Powerpoint presentation by Tony Hanley in Bournemouth on 9 September 20090
- Care Homes Seminar - Letter for Care Homes Use
  21 Sep 2009
  Letter provided by Tony Hanley for Responsible Person in Care Homes to use requesting proof of competency
- BS5306-3:2009
  15 Sep 2009
  The FIA's PowerPoint presentation on the major changes to the British Standard
- Euralarm Newsletter - 2nd edition 2009
  10 Sep 2009
  The second edition of the Euralarm Newsletter 2009 is now available for download
- Short Guide to BS5306-3:2009
  02 Sep 2009
  This document is a short guide to highlight the principal changes introduced by the 2009 version of BS5306-3.
- International Water Mist Conference 2009
  19 Aug 2009
  The International Water Mist Conference is to be held in London on 23-24 September 2009
- Firefighters Memorial Tribute stamps
  12 Aug 2009
  The Firefighters Memorial Trust and the Worshipful Company of Firefighters issue commemorative First Day Cover editions
- The FIA Welcomes the Lakanal House Report
  12 Aug 2009
  The Fire Industry Association welcomes the 'Lakanal House' report that has just been issued by Sir Ken Knight's office
- John Denham Welcomes Chief Fire & Rescue Advisor's report into tragic Camberwell Fire
  07 Aug 2009
  Communities and Local Government Secretary John Denham today welcomed the publication of Sir Ken Knight's report into issues emerging from the Camberwell fire
- New Chief Executive for Fire Service College
  03 Aug 2009
  Fire Minister Shahid Malik announced a few days ago that Kim Robinson has been appointed as Chief Executive of the Fire Service College at Moreton in Marsh
- Warehouse Seminar Presentation by Jonathan Herrick
  23 Jul 2009
  Jonathan Herrick's presentation - Planning for Emergencies
- Warehouse Seminar presentation by Stewart Kidd
  23 Jul 2009
  Stewart Kidd's presentation - Uses and Benefits of Sprinklers
- Warehouse Seminar Presentation by John Martin
  23 Jul 2009
  John Martin's presentation - First Aid Fire Fighting
- Warehouse Seminar Presentation by Dave Berry
  23 Jul 2009
  Dave Berry's presentation - Fire Risk Assessments
- Warehouse Seminar presentation by Ian Gough
  23 Jul 2009
  Ian Gough's presentation - Legal Obligations : The Building Regulations/Approved Document B; Fire Safety Order; Local Acts
- Warehouse Seminar Presentation by Russell Kirkby
  23 Jul 2009
  Russell Kirkby's Presentation - The Extent of the Problem : Fires in Warehouses
- FIA Focus - Issue 11
  14 Jul 2009
  FIA Focus - Issue 11 - July 2009
- Penhallow Fire Aftermath - FIA Calls for Three-Pronged Approach to the Fire Safety Order
  14 Jul 2009
  Saturday 18 August 2007 is a day that will long live in the minds of those that survived the Penhallow Hotel fire in Cornwall.
- Parliamentary Seminar - Fire Protection Systems in 21st Century Buildings
  13 Jul 2009
  The latest in the series of annual seminars presented at Westminster by the All-Party Parliamentary Fire Safety & Rescue Group will take place on 8 March 2010.
- Appprentices have a burning desire to join the fire industry
  01 Jul 2009
  'You're fired' is about to take on a whole new meaning with the introduction of an apprenticeship scheme that is now available from five colleges throughout the UK.
- F-Gas Certification Scheme
  29 Jun 2009
  EC Regulation 842/2006 on certain fluorinated greenhouse gases requires that all systems containing F-Gases must be installed and maintained by competent personnel to ensure that they comply with this Regulation.
- Care Home Fire Safety Seminar raises new issues
  26 May 2009
  The Fire Industry Association (FIA) reported a full house once again for the latest in its series of seminars for the care home sector, organaised in conjunctions with the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA)
- FIA Focus - Issue 10
  19 May 2009
  FIA Focus No 10 - May 2009
- Winners Announced at Fire Excellence Awards
  15 May 2009
  Tyco Safety Products & D-Tec were announced as winners of the two FIA sponsored categories at the 2009 Fire Excellence Awards in Birmingham on 12 May. 450 guests attended the Awards which celebrates the very best in the fire safety community
- FIA commits to support BAFE
  21 Apr 2009
  The FIA has pledged its full support to BAFE following the relocation of the organisation to its new home at the Fire Service College.
- FIA to play pivotal role in the UK's largest fire industry event
  24 Mar 2009
  As the partnering trade association to the International Firex exhibition, the FIA will be playing a central role in the UK's largest fire industry event
- Care Home Fire Safety to be addressed by Seminars
  20 Mar 2009
  The Fire Industry Association is to stage two seminars this year to raise aware of fire safety in care homes.
- Flourinated Greehouse Gases Regulations 2009
  04 Mar 2009
  Information on the Publication of Flourinated Greenhouse Gases Regulations 2009
- The European Commission's proposed Construction Products Regulation
  29 Jan 2009
  The Consultation on the proposals and development of a UK negotiating line - Summary of responses
- FIA Focus - Issue 9
  26 Jan 2009
  FIA Focus No 9 - January 2009
- FIA Fact File No 0032
  21 Jan 2009
  FIA Application Guidelines for Thermally-Enhanced Carbon Monoxide (CO) Fire Detectors
- FIA Conference 2009
  21 Jan 2009
  The FIA Announce their Annual Conference for 18 March 2009 entitled Fire Risk Assessment : The Big Question
- FIA Fact File No 0031
  20 Jan 2009
  FIA Application Guidelines for Carbon Monoxide (CO) Fire Detectors (Fact File No 4 revised)
- FIA Guidance note on Application Guildlines for Point Type Multisensor Fire Detectors
  20 Jan 2009
  FIA Guidance for the Fire Protection Industry - Application Guidelines for Point Type Multisensor Fire Detectors
- FIA Code of Practice for Design, Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance of Aspirating Smoke Detec
  01 Jan 2009
  FIA Code of Practioce for the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Aspirating Smoke Detectors
2008
- Westminster Seminar - Decisions to take in tough times
  19 Dec 2008
  The All-Party Parliamentary Fire Safety and Rescue Group annual Parliamentary Seminar, organised by the Fire Safety Development Group (FSDG) in association with the FIA, took place on 8 December 2008
- FIA jointly host International Export Colloquium
  19 Dec 2008
  The Fire Industry Association Export Council in conjunction with British Security Industry Association (BSIA), the Association of Police and Public Security Suppliers (APPSS) and the British Safety Industry Federation (BSiF) held an International Export C
- Fire Risk Assessment Council announced at AGM
  20 Nov 2008
  FIA to tackle fire risk assessment standards with formation to new council
- FIA Focus - Issue 8
  18 Nov 2008
  Newsletter - October 2008
- FIA to Co-sponsor 2008 Parliamentary Seminar
  28 Oct 2008
  The FIA is once again participating in the All-Party Parliamentary Fire Safety and Rescue Group annual Parliamentary Seminar, organised in association with the Fire Safety Development Group (FSDG).
- FIA Focus - Princess Yachts article
  10 Oct 2008
  Yacht Business makes inroads into false alarms
- FIA Fact File No 0003
  06 Oct 2008
  Announcement from the FIA Fire, the Environment and Foams
- FIA Fact File No 0004
  06 Oct 2008
  FIA Aplication Guidelines for Carbon Monoxide (CO) Fire Detectors
- FIA Fact File No 0005
  06 Oct 2008
  Care and Maintenance of Fire Hoses
- FIA Fact File No 0006
  06 Oct 2008
  Care and Maintenance of Portable Foam Inductors
- FIA Fact File No 0007
  06 Oct 2008
  Maintenance Instructions for Female Instantaneous Couplings
- FIA Fact File No 0008
  06 Oct 2008
  Class F Fires
- FIA Fact File No 0009
  06 Oct 2008
  Construction Products Directive
- FIA Fact File No 0011
  06 Oct 2008
  Colour Coding of Portable Fire Extinguishers
- FIA Fact File No 0012
  06 Oct 2008
  The "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment" (WEEE) and the "Restriction on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment" (ROHS) Directives
- FIA Fact File No 0013
  06 Oct 2008
  BS5839-1 L5 Systems
- FIA Fact File No 0014
  06 Oct 2008
  Guidance Regarding Fire Alarms Systems to BS5839-1:2002
- FIA Fact File No 0015
  06 Oct 2008
  Ionisation Chamber Smoke Detectors & the Radioactive Material (Road Transport) Regulations 2002
- FIA Fact File No 0016
  06 Oct 2008
  Approved Document P of the Building Regulations 2000
- FIA Fact File No 0017
  06 Oct 2008
  Ionisation Chamber Smoke Detectors (ICSD): Applicable Regulation for Manufacturing Transport and Disposal
- FIA Fact File No 0018
  06 Oct 2008
  Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA)
- FIA Fact File No 0019
  06 Oct 2008
  Fire Risk Assessment and your Obligations as an Employer
- FIA Fact File No 0020
  06 Oct 2008
  The "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment" WEEE and the "Restriction on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment" (ROHS) Directives - Update
- FIA Fact File No 0021
  06 Oct 2008
  Guide to (Point) Detector Cleanliness
- FIA Fact File No 0022
  06 Oct 2008
  Fire Extinguisher and Electrical Risk
- FIA Fact File No 0023
  06 Oct 2008
  Portable Fire Extinguisher under the ADR
- FIA Fact File No 0024
  06 Oct 2008
  Environmental Guidance - Waste Issues for Fire Protection Companies
- FIA Fact File No 0025
  06 Oct 2008
  Environmental Guidance - Foam Fire Extinguishers
- FIA Fact File No 0026
  06 Oct 2008
  Environmental Guidance - Fire Fighting Powder and Powder Fire Extinguishers
- FIA Fact File No 0027
  06 Oct 2008
  Environmental Guidance - Class F Fire Extinguishers
- FIA Fact File No 0028
  06 Oct 2008
  EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
- Guidance Note on Testing Multisensor Detectors
  06 Oct 2008
  Recommendations on how to test Multisensor detectors in fire detection & fire alarm systems.
- Guidance Policy on the Remote Access & Control of Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
  06 Oct 2008
  FIA Guidance for the fire protection industry on remote access and control of fire detection and alarm systems.
- FIA Fact File No 0029
  06 Oct 2008
  The 'Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment' (WEEE) - Update 2
- FIA Fact File No 0030
  06 Oct 2008
  The 'Restriction on the use of certain hazardhous substances in electrical and electronic equipment' (RoHS) Directives - Update 2
- CFOA False Alarms Policy
  01 Oct 2008
  A new Policy from the Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA), in which FIA has played a fundamental role.
- Launch of 2008 Fire Extinguisher Use Survey
  07 Jul 2008
  A Launch of 2008 Fire Extinguisher Use Survey news item
- FIA Focus - Issue 7
  01 Jul 2008
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- New Apprenticeship Goes Live
  01 Jul 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- CFOA False Alarm Policy
  01 Jul 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Closer Co-operation on Export
  01 Jul 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Fire Industry Speaks out Against Extinguisher Decision
  01 Jul 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- FIA Announces Risk Assessment Initiative
  01 Jul 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Care Homes Seminar - a success!
  11 Jun 2008
  A Care Homes Seminar news item
- Euralarm Newsletter
  27 May 2008
  Euralarm Newsletter - May 2008
- FIA Focus - Issue 6
  01 May 2008
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- Launch of New Communication Course by FIA
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Europe's First Watermist Code of Practice Published by FIA
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focuse Article
- FIA's First Annual Conference Provides Food for Thought
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- FIA Comment on Extinguisher Standard
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Extinguisher Survey to Address Skewed Fire Stats
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- New Date Confirmed for Parliamentary Seminar
  01 May 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Aquatic Toxicity of Fire Fighting Foams
  01 Apr 2008
  Fire Safety Engineering - April 2008
- Removal of Portable Extinguishers from Fire Escape Routes
  20 Mar 2008
  Press Release - 6 September 2007
- New Fire Safety Legislation - The Story so Far
  01 Mar 2008
  Public Sector Review - March/April 2008
- Fire Safety in Subsurface Environments
  01 Mar 2008
  Going Underground - March 2008
- FIA Code of Practice for the Design and Installation of Commercial and Industrial Watermist Systems
  01 Mar 2008
  FIA Guidance for the Fire Protection Industry
- FIA - New Name.. Impressive Heritage
  01 Mar 2008
  Fire Directory 2008 - March 2008
- A Single Market? (perhaps we should start with the UK..)
  01 Mar 2008
  Fire Safety Engineering - March 2008
- FIA Focus - Issue 5
  01 Feb 2008
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- Business Still Unclear on Fire Safety Responsibilities
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- CEO Calls for Greater Collaboration on Big Issues
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- FIA in the House
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- FIA Appoints New Chairman
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- FIA Breaks all Records on Membership Drive
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- How Safe are Smokers Shelters
  01 Feb 2008
  An FIA Focus Article
- Third place
  01 Feb 2008
  A Feature Article item
- FSH/2 Fire Extinguishers
  22 Jan 2008
  British and International Standards
- Excellent Start but more work to do
  01 Jan 2008
  Fire Safety Engineering - January 2008
- FSH/24 Fire Safety Engineering
  01 Jan 2008
  British and International Standards
- Do not Play with matches
  01 Jan 2008
  Education Business - January/ February 2008
- Risk Assessment and Competence - The Watchwords of Fire Safety
  01 Jan 2008
  Building Regulations Yearbook
2007
- A Lack of Spring Rolls and Falafel can Lead to False Alarms - but Help is at Hand!
  01 Dec 2007
  Fire Safety Engineering - December 2007
- Guidance Note EC Regulation No 842/ 2006 on Certain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases
  15 Nov 2007
  FIA Guidance for the Fire Protection Industry
- FIA Focus - Issue 4
  01 Nov 2007
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- Competency for Fire Protection Installers - Let's Clamp the White Van Men that Shine and Sign!!!
  01 Nov 2007
  What's New in Building - November 2007
- Portable Extinguishers - Still a Vital Role to Play
  01 Nov 2007
  International Fire Protection - November 2007
- FSH/17 Fire Brigade Equipment
  10 Oct 2007
  British and International Standards
- FSH/14 Precautions Against Fire
  26 Sep 2007
  British and International Standards
- FSH/16 Hazards to Life From Fire
  26 Sep 2007
  British and International Standards
- Forging New Relationships
  06 Sep 2007
  Press Release - 6 September 2007
- Fire and Security to Work Together Following FIA/BSIA Initiative
  01 Sep 2007
  Spectrum - September 2007
- New Research puts UK Fire Protection Market at £3 Billion
  01 Aug 2007
  Press Release - 1 August 2007
- Fire Update - A View from the Trade
  01 Aug 2007
  Government Business - August 2007
- FIA Focus - Issue 3
  01 Jul 2007
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- Let's Turn up the Spotlight on Competency - FIA and IFE Lead from the Front
  01 Jul 2007
  Fire Safety Engineering - July/August 2007
- Alarming News - More in Common than You Think!
  01 Jul 2007
  Fire Safety Engineering - July/August 2007
- FSH/23 Fire Precautions in Industrial and Chemical Plant
  12 Jun 2007
  British and International Standards
- New Fire and Security Strategic Committee Launched
  01 Jun 2007
  Press Release - 1 June 2007
- FIA Focus - Issue 2
  01 May 2007
  The newsletter of FIA
- Water Mist - The Way Forward?
  01 May 2007
  Fire Safety Engineering - May 2007
- Learning the Lessons from Fire
  01 May 2007
  Education Business - May/June 2007
- FSH/22 Fire Resistance Tests
  12 Apr 2007
  British and International Standards
- Fire Industry Association Appoints New General Manager
  02 Apr 2007
  Press Release - 2 April 2007
- New CEO Fire Industry Association
  01 Apr 2007
  Press Release - 1 April 2007
- FSH/21 Reaction to Fire Tests
  01 Apr 2007
  British and International Standards
- FSH/18 Fixed Fire Fighting Equipment
  01 Mar 2007
  British and International Standards
- Fire Safety Communications in Today's Complex World
  01 Mar 2007
  A Feature Article item
- High Standards needed for Fire Protection Systems in Care Homes/ Hospitals/ Food Factories
  01 Mar 2007
  A Feature Article item
- FSH/19 Fire Precautions in Railway Stock
  15 Feb 2007
  British and International Standards
- FSH/12 Fire Detection and Alarm
  08 Feb 2007
  British and International Standards
- FIA Focus - Issue 1
  01 Feb 2007
  The newsletter of Fire Industry Association
- What is in a Name
  10 Jan 2007
  Feature Article - 10 January 2007
2006
- FETA News - Issue 41
  01 Sep 2006
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 29
  01 Sep 2006
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- New Market Research Reports for Qatar and Turkey
  01 Aug 2006
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FETA News - Issue 40
  01 May 2006
  A Fire Extinguishing Trade Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 28
  01 Apr 2006
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 39
  01 Jan 2006
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
2005
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 27
  01 Dec 2005
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 26
  01 Sep 2005
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 38
  01 Aug 2005
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- Independence the vital part of the quality equation
  01 Aug 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- Casting Light on the DDA
  01 Aug 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 25
  01 Jul 2005
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order
  01 Jul 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FIC and PFPF sign Memorandum of Understanding
  01 Jun 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FETA News - Issue 37
  01 May 2005
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- International Fire Expo 2005 FIC Conference - NEC 17 &18 May 2005
  01 May 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 24
  01 Apr 2005
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 36
  01 Jan 2005
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- FIC Chairman calls for clarity in definition of 'competency' at Westminster seminar
  01 Jan 2005
  An FIA Export Council News Item
2004
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 23
  01 Dec 2004
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 35
  01 Sep 2004
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 22
  01 Sep 2004
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 21
  01 Jul 2004
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- Best Practice Article - July 2004
  01 Jul 2004
  Voice Alarm Systems
- Best Practice Article - June 2004
  01 Jun 2004
  Fire Detectors
- FETA News - Issue 34
  01 May 2004
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- Best Practice Article - May 2004
  01 May 2004
  Fire Alarm Communication Devices
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 20
  01 Apr 2004
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- Best Practice Article - April 2004
  01 Apr 2004
  Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
- Best Practice Article - March 2004
  01 Mar 2004
  Water Mist Systems
- Best Practice Article - February 2004
  01 Feb 2004
  Fire Alarm Devices
- FETA News - Issue 33
  01 Jan 2004
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- Best Practice Article - January 2004
  01 Jan 2004
  Hot Topics
2003
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 19
  01 Dec 2003
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 32
  01 Sep 2003
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 18
  01 Jul 2003
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FIC Review of the White Paper: Our Fire and Rescue Service
  01 Jul 2003
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FETA News - Issue 31
  01 Apr 2003
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 17
  01 Apr 2003
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- Portable Fire Extinguishers
  01 Mar 2003
  Report on a Survey into Portable Fire Extinguishers
- FIA Fact File No 0010
  06 Jan 2003
  Mains Powered Fire Alarms Systems with Standby Power Supply
- FIC Response form for the consultation paper on the reform of Fire Safety Legislation
  01 Jan 2003
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FIC Collated key points from the review of the reform of Fire Safety Legislation
  01 Jan 2003
  An FIA Export Council News Item
2002
- FETA News - Issue 30
  01 Dec 2002
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 16
  01 Dec 2002
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FSAB - Website proposed
  01 Nov 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FSAB - The Regulatory Reform Order: Power to investigate fires
  01 Oct 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FIC Guidance on contingency planning for possible fire service industrial action
  01 Oct 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 15
  01 Sep 2002
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FSAB - Ensuring competence. How to ensure that fire protection systems are properly installed?
  01 Sep 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FSAB - Raising awareness of radical reform
  01 Aug 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 14
  01 Jul 2002
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FSAB - Risk management integral to all we do
  01 Jul 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- FETA News - Issue 29
  01 May 2002
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- FSAB - Reform and its implications
  01 May 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 13
  01 Apr 2002
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 28
  01 Jan 2002
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Nwesletter
- FIC Export Council UK Seminars 2002
  01 Jan 2002
  An FIA Export Council News Item
2001
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 12
  01 Dec 2001
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 27
  01 Oct 2001
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 11
  01 Sep 2001
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- Construction Products Directive
  01 Sep 2001
  An FIA Export Council News Item
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 10
  01 Jul 2001
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 26
  01 Jun 2001
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 9
  01 Apr 2001
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
2000
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 8
  01 Dec 2000
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin
- FETA News - Issue 24
  01 Oct 2000
  A Fire Extinguishing Trades Association Newsletter
- BFPSA Bulletin - Issue 7
  01 Jul 2000
  A British Fire Protection Systems Association Bulletin

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