Build Magazine April 2016

Build Magazine 23 Regulation So how can you safeguard yourself and those accessing the building, espe- cially if you are responsible for fire safety on the premises? The best way is to place your trust in a company that has a wealth of knowledge, experience, and up-to-date training to advise on installing and maintaining fire safety equipment, including emergency and safety lighting. It is important to use a company with competent individuals who know their products, can under- stand the needs of your building, and are familiar with best practise outlined in the British standards. So how do I know if a company is competent? It is recommended that you chose a company with Third Party Certification (which simply means an independent company has verified that they comply with best practise). An easy way to check is to look on the company website for the FIA logo, as all members of the Association are certified independently by a recognised certification body. Or to search for a reputable fire safety company, go to fia. uk.com, and click ‘Find a Member’.