The Latest News
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Sprinkler System Controls Hereford Factory Fire Involving Lithium-ion Batteries
In May 2026, we attended a fire at a food processing factory in Hereford. The building’s sprinkler system activated before crews arrived, containing and controlling the fire. This incident demonstrates that sprinklers can control fires before the fire can escalate in this case involving lithium-ion batteries limiting fire damage, preserves business continuity and reducing the
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Fire Safety in buildings under construction or renovation
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Definition of Risk – Protection Risk Methodology
This methodology outlines the Service’s approach to defining a ‘High Risk Premises’ for the purposes of fulfilling the statutory function… Read more
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Holiday lets, AirBnBs and other paying guest accommodation
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Farm Fire Safety
As the owner, landlord or occupier of a farm, you are responsible for ensuring fire risks are reduced where they… Read more
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Empty and Derelict Buildings
Derelict or empty buildings can be a cause of concern, being targets for vandalism, anti-social behaviour and arson. Although the… Read more
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Business Continuity & Fire Safety
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Nightclubs & Performance Fire Safety
The use of pyrotechnics indoors presents a significant fire risk and has been the cause of many tragedies within nightclubs… Read more
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Residentials, Sleepovers & Emergency Accommodation
If you are an organisation, such as a School, Church, Girl Guiding or Scout Group who are planning to hold… Read more
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Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPS)
The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 will be coming into effect on 6th April 2026 with the… Read more
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E-cycle and e-scooter batteries: managing fire risk for premises
As a Business Owner what are your legal responsibilities towards storing, charging or using mobility devices within your premises such… Read more
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Reporting a Fire Safety Concern
Always call 999 to report an actual fire or incident To report a fire safety concern: – please contact our Prevention… Read more
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Advice for Landlords
If you rent out a property or are responsible for managing rented properties on a landlord’s behalf, you have a… Read more
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Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) has received increased attention recently, in part due to increased media stories. In particular the… Read more
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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) & Solar Farms
Guidance for applicants, designers and planners HWFRS recognise that BESS and Solar Energies are a fundamental part of the UK’s… Read more
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General Business Fire Safety
If you are a business owner, employer or owner of a business premises, you need to be aware of your… Read more
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Multi Agency Targeted Enforcement
Since 2017 HWFRS has been an integral enforcing partner involved in various Multi Agency Targeted Enforcement (MATE) operations, ensuring compliance… Read more
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Public Register for Fire Safety Enforcement Notices
Public Enforcement Register All notices served under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 by Hereford & Worcester Fire and… Read more
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Choosing a Competent Fire Risk Assessor
As the owner, landlord or occupier of a business or non-domestic premises you are responsible for ensuring it is safe… Read more
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Primary Authority
What is Primary Authority and its benefit to your Business? The main fire safety law for England and Wales is… Read more
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Dangerous Substances (NAMOS)
In compliance with the Dangerous Substances (Notification and Marking of Sites) Regulations 1990 (NAMOS), any person in control of any… Read more
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Regulations for Businesses
The following government legislation forms the basis for Fire Safety Law for businesses in England. Hereford & Worcester Fire and… Read more
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False Alarms
HWFRS is changing its response to Automatic Fire Alarms (AFAs) From 30th September 2024 between 08:00 and 18:00 daily, calls… Read more
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Sprinklers
Sprinklers: HWFRS are pleased to see that all new Care Homes are now required to have sprinklers fitted under updated… Read more
