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Taking precautions in the event of a fire is a necessity that every establishment should prepare for. After all, fires can pose a higher risk in some public spaces as compared to others. These include schools, hospitals, and theatre, where such incidents are more difficult to contain. Fire-proofing these properties is the best course of action to prevent it from happening entirely. Continue reading →

A fire can strike anytime and anywhere to anyone. No matter how your business establishment has complied with the local codes and set a robust fire protection system in place, it is still subject to a potential outbreak. Continue reading →

When you're buying a new bed runner, curtains, or furniture, you tend to focus on the material's look and feel. Sometimes, you'd check its durability and whether it stains easily or not. Often, fire safety is not a priority when selecting furnishing. With the introduction in 2005 of the Fire Safety Order, that has changed; your structure's Responsible Person now has to ensure compliance with the fire code. Continue reading →

Contrary to what most hospitality managers assume, purchasing five-star sheets isn’t just about thread counts and complementary colours. Beyond aesthetics, sheets should provide comfort and, more importantly, security. Flame-retardant sheets are ideal for care homes, hostels, guest homes, and other boarding properties that prioritise guest safety. If you’re on the fence about flame-resistant products, consider how they can improve your building security.  Continue reading →

When it comes to hospital curtains, there are typically no specific requirements for their cleaning routines. However, the privacy curtains you use will need to be cleaned. Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are due to various pathogens that thrive on soft surfaces. These pathogens may find shelter in shades and may spread easily. The safety and comfort of patients are top priority, which means that hospital fabrics must be thoroughly cleaned to reduce the risks and spread of HAIs.  Continue reading →

Commercial kitchens are, by nature, incredibly prone to fire. That is because open flames are usually required to cook food, and one mistake can cause the fire to blaze out of control. With half of all fire cases caused by kitchen cooking appliances and equipment, it only makes sense that measures are placed to counter this hazard and reduce its...

One way to give a room an instant makeover is by changing the curtains in it. Changing your window coverings is a quick way to change the mood; sheer silk gives off a different ambience compared to blackout fabric. However, there is still the concern of curtains being highly flammable. The heat from a candle or heater is enough to set...

Fire retardant (FR) fabrics are useful and practical materials because they add a layer of security and protection to a person or facility. If you are planning to have this type of material for curtains, drapes, and other features in your facility, you should have basic knowledge about it first. One vital point that you need to remember is that...

If you visit a hospital or a medical facility, you'll probably see many cubicle curtains that separate the many beds in the area. Also called as privacy curtains, they serve as dividing clothes to provide a private enclosure for patients. They are usually made of pieces of fabric that can be easily drawn or withdrawn at will. However, did you...

When it comes to hospital settings, there's a need to foster the utmost cleanliness and top-level hygiene. As much as possible, infection prevention and control features should be set in place. These proper measures are all the more necessary given the recent COVID-19 outbreak as there's a need to prevent the virus from spreading and infecting other patients or staff...