Resources
Compliance, plainly explained.
Compliance briefings, technical explainers, and operational guidance for buildings under UK regulation.
- How-to5 min read
False alarms: prevent and handle
Most fire alarm activations are not fires. Here's how to reduce false alarms in your building and what to do when one happens.
8 May 2026
- Compliance6 min read
Annual maintenance: what we actually check
BS 5839-1:2025 prescribes annual inspection and test of the whole fire alarm system. Here's the actual list, line by line.
1 May 2026
- How-to3 min read
When to call us, when to call the brigade
If the building is on fire, call 999. If it isn't, here's how to triage what you're seeing and who to call first.
25 April 2026
- How-to4 min read
What goes in a fire log book
The fire log book is the day-to-day record of your fire safety systems. Here's what BS 5839-1 actually requires you to write down.
20 April 2026
- Compliance5 min read
Understanding BAFE SP203-1: what it means for your building
BAFE SP203-1 is a third-party certification scheme for fire detection and alarm contractors. Here's what it certifies, and what it doesn't.
15 April 2026