Plus: £20k fine for construction fire hazards and fire in 24-storey block in East London
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FIRE BRIEFING 21.09.2023
 
Enhanced duties of responsible persons under the Fire Safety Order: An overview

The government has published new guidance on the enhanced duties of responsible persons under amendments made to the Fire Safety Order by the Building Safety Act, as Ron Alalouff reports.

 
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Fire breaks out at 24-storey block of flats in Shadwell, East London
A fire at a block of flats in Shadwell, East London broke out on Wednesday (20 September) early afternoon in a 24-storey block of flats.

 
Construction company fined £20k after building site fire hazards
A Manchester-based construction company has been fined after numerous health and safety failings following an inspection.

 
‘Resident knowledge of building safety improving, but poor standards still persist’
Two new Experienced Worker Assessment routes approved for fire and security industry
The Future of Fire – Inaugural Women Talking Fire Conference to run in November
 
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