ntroduction: The Importance of Fire Safety in Flat Blocks

Overview of fire safety concerns since the Grenfell Tower tragedy and ongoing investigations into fire doors.

Fire Safety Precautions and Responsibilities for Residents and Property Managers

While testing is ongoing, the National Fire Chiefs Council says the additional risk to public safety is low. In the event of a fire, people should continue to follow the existing fire procedures for their building. The NFCC advises that smoke alarms should be tested regularly, and the front doors to flats should ideally be fitted with a working self-closing device. Your property manager is responsible for ensuring that the fire doors in your block are working correctly. As with any life-saving product, a fire door should be tested like emergency lighting, a smoke or fire alarm, or a fire extinguisher would be. Any slight alteration to the door or its surroundings can affect its performance. However, residents can also do things themselves to ensure their building is safe.

Fire Door Safety: Ensuring Compliance with Fire Protection Regulations

Steps to ensure fire doors in common areas are functioning correctly and meeting safety standards.

Fire Door Testing and Government Investigations

Insight into the ongoing testing of fire doors and the government's investigations into the fire door industry.

Preventing Fire Risks in Multi-Unit Dwellings

Identification and mitigation of hazards that can contribute to fire spread in flat blocks.

Resident Vigilance: How to Contribute to Fire Safety in Your Building

Practical tips for residents to help ensure fire doors are safe and the building is fire-secure.