Regular risk assessments help to prevent harm, meet legal requirements, and maintain insurance coverage.
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Recent updates to UK and European emergency lighting standards reflect a clear shift in emphasis.
The FirstPort Group has partnered with the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – usually called CDM 2015 – were created to improve health, safety, and cooperation on construction projects.
In the modern era of property management, the speed of updates and the management of risk are determined by the accurate use of data.
The recently updated BS EN 81-76:2025 standard brings these priorities into sharper focus, especially where lift safety and emergency preparedness are concerned.
The risk of harm increases when those responsible for safety are unaware of hazards or unsure of how to control them.
Fire safety and health and safety compliance are often discussed most loudly after something has gone wrong.
A good plan for protecting shared outdoor spaces helps reduce risk, limits disruption and keeps insurance cover strong.
Many blocks of flats across the country are still living through a period of cladding remediation.
