Fire service amends call-out policy
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service has stopped responding to every automatic fire alarm call-out at low risk properties.
Copper hope in battle with MRSA
Hospitals’ efforts in combating the MRSA superbug could be helped by the use of more equipment made of copper and brass, according to new research.
Carer saved pensioner from fire
A care worker has revealed that she did not think twice before putting her own life at risk to rescue a pensioner from a burning building.
FMs asked for sustainability views
Facilities managers have been asked to participate in an annual survey to improve sustainability within their organisation.
Care home fined for fire breaches
A care home firm has been fined £35,000 for serious breaches of fire safety.
Government launches AMR action plan
The Government has announced plans to develop a new action plan to deal with antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Hotel group fined over asbestos
A well-known hotel group has been fined £160,000 in fines and costs after builders and guests were found to be in danger of coming into contact with asbestos at a Kent hotel.
Ductwork gutted in restaurant fire
A fire destroyed the roof and ductwork of a south-west London restaurant on Wednesday night.
EU law may demand new safety signs
Site managers are being asked to follow safety sign recommendations which may become European law.
FIRESA chief backs merger with FIA
Fire and Rescue Suppliers Association (FIRESA) members will benefit from the merger with the Fire Industry Association (FIA), according to FIRESA chairman Derek Gotts.