Tom Roche's thoughts on the Livingston fire: “What caught my attention was the sheer destruction of what was a simple industrial building. The number of units involved and the need for additional water highlight how limited buildings require significant resources to quell them”

While the new Big Yellow facility at Staples Corner showcases impressive sustainability efforts, integrating sprinklers would add an essential layer of safety, ensuring that both the building and its occupants are protected. business-sprinkler-alliance.org/news/details/n… #FireSafety #SustainableDesign

How long does it take to recover from a fire? Far longer than most realise. The August 2024 Spectrum Building fire displaced 100 residents, months later, reports indicate they are still paying leasehold charges for a building reduced to rubble. lnkd.in/eMmZAEeP

An air fryer fire in a Nottingham student accommodation was extinguished by the building’s automatic fire sprinkler system. While these may resemble a block of flats, they are classified differently and are not held to the same sprinkler requirements. bafsa.org.uk/sprinkler-news…

Complying with Building Regulations is just the minimum, but they don’t always guarantee the outcome people expect after a fire. Effective sprinklers control or stop fires instantly, reducing costs and disruption and supporting business continuity. youtube.com/watch?v=bmARdG…

The recent updates to fire safety regulations are a milestone, but fall short of meeting all vulnerable individuals' needs. The BSA urges policymakers to go further, ensuring fire safety measures like sprinklers extend to all types of specialised housing. business-sprinkler-alliance.org/news/details/b…

Statistics show that least one warehouse fire occurs every working day in England alone. The Bridgend fire should act as a warning - read more here: business-sprinkler-alliance.org/case-studies/d… #FireSafety #BusinessLoss #RiskManagement

Another school sprinkler save. A fire at Sketty Primary School in Swansea was quickly contained, thanks to the building’s sprinkler system. walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-new… #SchoolFire #SprinklerSave

The government is investing in a programme to update schools. 114 more school rebuilds are needed following the RAAC decision alone. Are they focusing on long term fire protection or just meeting basic regulations? #ThinkSprinkler #SchoolFire #SchoolRebuilds

After every major fire, the same phrase is repeated “The building was compliant and met relevant regulatory guidance” But is mere compliance enough? business-sprinkler-alliance.org/views/details/… #BuildingSafety #ThinkSprinkler #FireSatefy

A biophilic school completed in 2024 in Derbyshire, was shortlisted for an award. This school was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 2020 that destroyed the previous building. What truly stands out to us is the critical safety feature - sprinklers. architectsjournal.co.uk/news/east-midl…

We are often told that fires are rare. This was recently said in relation to schools. Just a few days later, an academic presented an analysis and calmly stated that there is nearly a 5% chance of a fire occurring in a Secondary School each year. #SchoolFire #FireProtection

This article is intriguing not just for its content, but also for the premise behind the question. Fire safety should be considered from the beginning to ensure that the desired outcomes in the event of a fire are clear to those designing the building. architectsjournal.co.uk/news/opinion/b…

For over 150 years, sprinklers have been safeguarding lives and property. With 94% operational reliability and a 99% success rate in containing or extinguishing fires, sprinklers are a proven investment in safety. #ThinkSprinkler #FireSafety #LossPrevention

The Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service report, highlighted a concerning disconnect between outdated fire regulations and the reality of today’s vehicles, which contain more plastics and combustibles than ever before. business-sprinkler-alliance.org/news/details/b… #FireSafety #LutonAirportFire

25% of fires in commercial properties happen in industrial premises. That's over 2,100 industrial fires across Great Britain annually and yet, too many businesses are still betting on "it won’t happen to us." #FireSprinkler #FireSafety #IndustrialRisk

BSA is excited to be exhibiting at UKREiiF 2025 in Leeds, from May 20-22, at the Royal Armouries Museum and New Dock. Mark your calendars and register now! business-sprinkler-alliance.org/events #UKREiiF2025

Timber is popular in sustainable buildings but it's a material that burns. Much of regulatory guidance thinking was created for a world of concrete & steel. Ultimately, the difference between a fire being manageable or devastating could come down to the design choices made.

When a school burns, it’s not just the building lost, it’s days or weeks of learning. A government study highlighted this again as they are concerned about school absence, which has risen sharply since the pandemic. Fire can shut down a school, thus the need for sprinklers.

What’s the real impact of a hotel fire? Fires in hotels can spread rapidly, putting guests and staff at serious risk, often before anyone even knows there’s a danger. If we want safer hotels, we need to add sprinklers as part of the building standard. bit.ly/4iQfeDm