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Vigilance urged as Merseyside records decline in fire incidents
NEW data from the Home Office reveals a significant decline in fire incidents at non-domestic buildings within Merseyside. Between:- 2019 and 2023, fire and rescue services attended 1,256 incidents, representing a 32% decrease from the previous 5 years; the second largest reduction recorded in any English county.
The decline underscores the effectiveness of the work that Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service has done with local organisations to raise awareness about fire safety practices. Coupled with the introduction of new regulations; such as the October 2023 update to the Home Office’s fire safety reform programme, which mandates comprehensive fire risk assessments for all businesses; this demonstrates the impact of proactive measures. Ansvar, an expert provider of insurance for the charity, care, not-for-profit, and faith sectors, is emphasising the importance of continued vigilance. Adam Tier, Head of Underwriting at Ansvar, commented:- "The decrease in fire incidents across Merseyside is extremely positive news and highlights the impact that greater awareness and regulation reforms can have, particularly for protecting smaller businesses and organisations in the non-profit sectors, where operational continuity is paramount. Unlike large commercial companies, who may operate across multiple locations or have an ability to utilise hybrid working, many charities and not for profit groups cannot continue to function if their premises are rendered unusable due to fire. Organisations can take obvious steps like ensuring all areas are equipped with fire alarms and smoke detectors, conducting regular risk assessments, and providing fire safety training to staff and volunteers. However, there are also less obvious measures that can significantly enhance preparedness and resilience against fire incidents. We are encouraging organisations to incorporate these into their fire safety plans for comprehensive protection.” Ansvar has outlined five essential tips that they urge organisations to incorporate into fire safety protocols to further reduce fire incidents:-
Adam Tier added in a press release sent to us that:- "While preventative measures are crucial. Specialist insurance tailored to the unique needs of the not for profit sector can provide essential protection in the event of a fire. This helps ensure organisations can recover quickly and continue their important work within the community.”
Ansvar is part of the Benefact Group, a charity-owned specialist financial services organisation. The Benefact Group is the UK's third-largest corporate donor, underscoring Ansvar's dedication to supporting the wider charitable community. COMMENTS (0)
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