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SUMMARY:Scotland Fulfilment Centre Saved By Sprinklers
DESCRIPTION:Summary \nScottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) reported a fire within a fulfilment warehouse about the size of 14 football pitches (93\,000 square metres) involving a multi-tiered mezzanine structure. The fire was able to develop through openings in the structure\, leading to a limited number of sprinklers operating on each level to control the fire. which was contained and controlled by the activation of the in-rack type automatic water suppression system. (AWSS) No injuries were reported. \nThe risks posed by these types of fires to firefighters should not be underestimated\, as they often involve high storage density. This can lead to fires of such magnitude that it becomes impossible for firefighters to access the area and perform manual firefighting operations. \nResearch conducted by the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) identifies that for firefighters to safely perform rescues from large storage warehouses a threshold limit of 4\,000m2 is the limit to perform effective rescue. Demonstrating that the current threshold of 20\,000m2 in England (Size of two football pitches) and 14\,000m2 in Scotland must be lowered. (Reducing to 1\,000m2 for warehouses containing hazardous goods.) \nA sprinkler save (activation) is categorised as an event where one or more sprinkler heads have activated and contained\, controlled\, or\, in some cases\, extinguished a building fire. This review further substantiates the role and advantages of sprinkler systems within the built environment. \nFor this incident\, the operation of the AWSS\, inside the facility led to the following outcomes: \n\nImplementation of the premises emergency plan allowing the safe evacuation of staff from the premises which can accommodate up to 1200 staff members.\nActivation of the in-rack sprinkler system preventing horizontal fire spread.\nReduced the rate of production of heat and smoke limiting fire growth and ultimately containing and controlling the fire.\nLimited the development of the fire\, facilitating search and rescue efforts by firefighters and reducing risk to personnel.\nAverted the complete loss of the building due to fire.\nPrevented a potentially extended incident that could have required considerable resources from SFRS and impacted routine operations.\n\nThis incident provides additional evidence supporting the reliability and effectiveness of AWSS\, aligning with findings from the report conducted by 1Optimal Economics and commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council and National Fire Sprinkler Network on the performance of sprinkler systems in controlling and extinguishing fires. \nThe incident \n\nSFRS despatched 4 pumping appliances to reports of a fire within a warehouse at 13:07.\nUpon arrival the incident commander established:\nThat the seat of the fire was located on the first floor of the 4-storey mezzanine level.\nWhich had spread to the ground\, second\, third and fourth level of the structure.\nActivating the premises sprinkler system.\nFirefighters equipped with breathing apparatus were committed to tackle the fire\, extinguishing the fire using firefighting media\, two jets.\n4 sprinkler heads activated containing\, controlling the fire preventing horizontal fire spread.\nThe affected area damaged by fire covered approximately 10m² per floor.\nStop message confirming the fire was all out received by SFRS control at 15:27 hours.\nEnquires are ongoing to identify the cause of the fire.\n\nConclusion \n\nThis incident highlights the critical importance of active fire protection systems\, notably in rack sprinkler systems\, demonstrating their effectiveness minimising fire-related risks to people\, property\, and the environment.\nAn event with the potential for significant escalation was resolved swiftly\, resulting in minor disruption due to the effective operation of the sprinkler system.\nIncorporating sprinkler systems can safeguard assets\, minimise financial loss\, and bolster business resilience by controlling or extinguishing fires prior to the arrival of emergency services\, allowing for rapid resumption of normal operations and mitigating economic and social impacts.\n\nEssex non sprinklered warehouse fire \nFor context\, the Business Sprinkler Alliance report that in in September 2025\, a non-sprinklered 4000m2 warehouse was destroyed by fire. Requiring 90 firefighters\, 12 fire appliances and specialist equipment from Essex County Fire & rescue Service to contain\, control and extinguish the fire. The warehouse was shared by two businesses\, the financial impact is unknown\, but both companies will need to find alternative accommodation. The disruption to the business operations along with the destruction of stock is likely to come at a severe cost \n \nBRE’s Cost benefit analysis \nResearch conducted by 2BRE Global in 2013 identified sprinklers to be cost effective fire suppression mechanisms in Warehouses larger than 2\,000m2 (around half a football pitch in size) \nThe research also reported other benefits from installing sprinklers including\, reductions in \n\nThe costs of injuries and fatalities.\nReductions in the CO2 released in fires.\nReductions in C02 embodied in replacement of building contents and reconstruction of the building.\nReductions in water used for firefighting.\nReduction in unemployment caused by fires.\n\nBAFSA Comment: \n\nWe support the National Fire Chiefs Council position that Government should reduce the current threshold for the requirement of sprinklers within storage and warehouses to 4\,000m2\n\nSources/further reading \n\n1Efficiency and Effectiveness of sprinkler systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data\n2 An Environmental Impact and Cost Benefit Analysis for Fire Sprinklers in Warehouse Building\, BRE Global\, December 2013\nSprinkler Saves Review 2024/25\nSprinkler Saves winter update \nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance\, case study Essex warehouse fire\nNFCC AWSS Policy Statement\nNFSN Winter newsletter\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance. \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link. \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/scotland-fulfilment-centre-saved-by-sprinklers/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
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SUMMARY:Staffordshire factory saved by sprinklers
DESCRIPTION:Head of Prevent\, Protect and Partnerships\, Ian Read\, said: “At Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service\, we champion the use of automatic sprinklers. As shown in the incident at a factory on 3 July\, the fire was contained and extinguished by the installed water suppression system\, which are an invaluable resource for our crews. “We would encourage all businesses to consider the equipment they have installed to help reduce risk should the worst happen.” \nSummary  \nStaffordshire Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) reported that a fire within a factory and was contained\, controlled and extinguished by the installed automatic water suppression system. (Sprinklers) \nA sprinkler activation is categorised as an event where one or more sprinkler heads have activated and contained\, controlled\, or\, in some cases\, extinguished a building fire. This incident provides additional data regarding the role and benefits of sprinklers as part of a broader fire safety approach. \nFor this incident\, the operation of the AWSS inside the factory led to the following outcomes. \n\nReduce the rate of production of heat and smoke limiting the fire’s growth\, containing and controlling and in this case extinguished the fire.\nThe response prevented a potentially prolonged incident that might have demanded significant resources from SFRS and affected routine operations.\nLimited fire development assisted firefighters in search and rescue efforts and reduced risk to those personnel.\nPreventing the total loss of the factory due to fire.\n\nThe Incident  \n\n3 July 2025\, SFRS despatched 3 fire appliances to a fire inside an open plan factory. Upon arrival the incident commander (IC) completed a dynamic risk assessment and determined that the fire involved a large industrial oven had been contained\, controlled and extinguished by the activation of three sprinkler heads.\nProviding further weight to the reliability and effectiveness of AWSS following the report conducted by ¹Optimal Economics\, and commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council\, National Fire Sprinkler Network into the performance\, reliability\, and effectiveness of sprinkler systems in controlling and extinguishing fires.\n\nConclusion \n\nThe fire was attributed to an electrical fault related to a large industrial oven. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus were committed who confirmed the fire had been extinguished by the sprinkler system\, proceeded to ventilate the building\, isolate the sprinkler system. Five individuals required hospital treatment for smoke inhalation.\nAs a result\, what could have developed into a significant incident was resolved quickly and was only a minor inconvenience due to the presence of the sprinkler system\, despite there being no regulatory requirement for such systems in factories.\n\nFor comparison\, an unsprinklered carpet warehouse fire in Kidderminster in December 2021\, reported by the Business Sprinkler Alliance resulted in a different outcome. The business experienced substantial disruption and now faces uncertainty. Containment\, control\, and extinguishment of that fire required substantial resources from Hereford Fire and Rescue Service\, causing extensive disruption to local businesses and schools due to road closures. \nSources/further reading.  \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2024/25\nSprinkler Saves Spring Update No 8\nStaffordshire Fire & Rescue press release\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance\, Lutterworth Warehouse saves by sprinklers\n¹Efficiency and Effectiveness of sprinkler systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance. \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link. \n                 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/staffordshire-factory-saved-by-sprinklers/
LOCATION:Staffordshire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Greater Manchester Sprinkler Activations April- June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Scott Harrison\, Senior Fire Safety Inspector at Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service\, said \n“Fire sprinklers provide communities with an essential layer of fire protection. Their effectiveness is demonstrated by their role in saving lives\, reducing injuries\, and safeguarding businesses from fire-related losses.” \nIntroduction \n Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) provided primary fire data from the ¹incident recording system and additional sources for the specified period\, documenting cases where Automatic Water Suppression Systems (AFSS) were present and had an impact within Greater Manchester. The term AWSS refers to sprinklers and watermist systems. \n(¹Incident recording system\, after an emergency fire call\, key incident details are entered daily into the IRS by the officer in charge.) \nA sprinkler save (activation) is categorised as an event where one or more sprinkler heads have activated and contained\, controlled\, or\, in some cases\, extinguished a fire. This review further substantiates the role and advantages of AWSS within the built environment. \nThe review  \n The incidents contained within this review provides additional evidence supporting the reliability and effectiveness of AWSS\, aligning with findings from the report conducted by ²Optimal Economics and commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council and National Fire Sprinkler Network on the performance of sprinkler systems in controlling and extinguishing fires. \nKey facts -13 incidents reported \n\n8 AWSS activations were reported\, including 5 involving watermist systems.\nThe fire was:\n\n\nextinguished on two occasions\,\ncontained or controlled on five occasions\,\n\n\ncategorised as “other” once.\n5 incidents where AWSS did not activate:\n\n\nInsufficient heat to actuate the head\,\nFire located outside system coverage\,\nCause undetermined.\n\n \nCustodial premises and watermist \n The data in Table 1 is consistent with the ³Sprinkler Saves Review 2024/2025\, showing that water mist systems are more commonly used than traditional sprinkler systems in custodial premises. \nBetween 2018/19 and 2023/2024\, data obtained through a freedom of information request from teams compiling primary fire incident data for England\, Scotland\, and Wales indicate that there were 298 recorded incidents in custodial premises where automatic water suppression systems (AWSS) had an impact. Of these\, water mist systems accounted for 255 activations\, while sprinkler systems accounted for 43. The data does not specify whether the water mist incidents involved mobile units or fixed installations. \nIncidents AFSS reported as present\, having an impact \nSupplementary evidence provided by GMFRS allowed full reviews to be completed for 2 incidents \n\nOldham supermarket sprinkler activation\, a  fire occurred in a refuse bin in the undercroft car park (21000m²) and was controlled after one sprinkler head activated; firefighters extinguished it with a water backpack. Following instructions from the incident commander\, the system was isolated\, and the store stayed closed until the sprinkler system was reinstated.\nStalybridge papermill sprinkler activation\, three pumping appliances\, one hose layer\, and an aerial platform responded to a fire at a paper mill. The incident commander identified that the fire was located on the first floor of a two-storey building and had been contained after four sprinkler heads from the premises’ sprinkler system were activated. 4x Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus were committed who proceeded to.\n\n\nExtinguish the fire with firefighting media (hose reel jets)\nVentilate the building by removing roof tiles\n\nThe outcome of this incident for the business may have been substantially different had the sprinkler system not been installed and activated\, as it played a crucial role in limiting the fire’s spread. This provided the GMFRS with essential time to implement a tactical response plan and establish a water supply to effectively extinguish the fire. The onsite private hydrants had been decommissioned\, and the nearest public water hydrants were not near the premises. \nFor context\, in August 2021\, a non-sprinklered warehouse fire in 4Coventry reported by the Business Sprinkler Alliance required ten fire appliances and seventy firefighters to suppress the blaze\, which ultimately destroyed the Ram Enterprise building at Prologis Park. The structure was demolished four days after the incident \nConclusion  \nThese two incidents provide further evidence that the main functional objectives of a sprinkler system were achieved. \n\nReducing the rate of production of heat and smoke limiting fire growth and ultimately containing and controlling and\, in some cases\, extinguish the fire.\nPrevented a potentially extended incident that could have required considerable resources from GMFRS and impacted routine operations.\nLimited the development of the fire\, facilitating search and rescue efforts by firefighters and reducing risk to personnel.\nAverted the complete loss of the building due to fire.\n\nSources/further reading.  \n\n²Efficiency and Effectiveness of sprinkler systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data\n³Sprinkler Saves Review 2024/25\, This review showcases just how essential AWSS\, including sprinklers and watermist systems\, are in safeguarding our communities from the devastating effects of fire\nSprinkler Saves Summer Update No 8\n4Business Sprinkler Alliance\, fire destroys Coventry warehouse storing household products\nGMFRS\, Benefits of sprinklers\nGMFRS works with Biffa to highlight the benefit of sprinklers\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/greater-manchester-sprinkler-activations-april-june-2025/
LOCATION:Greater Manchester
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Lancashire Factory Fire Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Summary \nIn April 2025\, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) attended a fire at an industrial manufacturing factory unit in Lancashire. The automatic water suppression system (sprinklers) was activated\, effectively containing and controlling the fire involving a printing machine and preventing further spread. Firefighters extinguished the blaze using appropriate firefighting media\, and no injuries were reported. \nThe incident  \n\nThree fire appliances were mobilised following reports of a factory fire\nOn arrival\, following the completion of a dynamic risk assessment by the incident.commander\, it was established that the premises sprinkler system had actuated on the ground floor.\n4 firefighters wearing breathing apparatus were committed\, establishing a fire involving an industrial printing machine\, which had been contained\, controlled by the activation of 2 sprinkler heads.\nFirefighting media was applied using 1 hose reel jet extinguishing the fire.\nDrone was deployed\, confirming no fire spread through exterior ducting which had been damaged by the fire.\nOn site engineers\, dismantled machinery parts from the printer allowing crews to identify that fire had been fully extinguished.\nNo injuries reported\, cause accidental due to friction igniting a build up of waste material.\nThe incident was resolved in three and a half hours.\n\nOutcome \nIn this instance\, the AFSS \n\nProvided support for firefighters by effectively containing the fire to the item first ignited playing a key role in mitigating risks for firefighter personnel.\nPreventing conflagration.\nCan safeguard assets\, minimise financial loss\, and bolster business resilience by controlling or extinguishing fires prior to the arrival of emergency services\, allowing for rapid resumption of normal operations and mitigating economic and social impacts.\n\nThis incident highlights the importance of AFSS as an active fire protection measure; research by the 1National Fire Sprinkler Network and National Fire Chief Council found that sprinklers functioned as intended in 94% of fire incidents and controlled or extinguished fires in 99% of cases across residential and non-residential buildings. \nConclusion \n\nWhat could have developed into a significant incident was resolved quickly due to the presence of the sprinkler system\, despite there being no regulatory requirement for such systems in factories.\nThis incident demonstrates the role of AWSS in comprehensive fire safety strategies\, contributing to the protection of lives\, property\, and the environment. It also supports continued efforts by the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and the fire sector to advocate for stricter government regulations on sprinkler installation within the built environment.\nThe 2Business Sprinkler Alliance report fire crews in England attend an average of 341 industrial fires every year-nearly one a day\, fires do not discriminate whether it is a factory\, car park\, warehouse of office fires happen on a regular basis and will continue to do so in the future. AFSS can contain and extinguish fires\, safeguarding lives and businesses during critical times when they are most needed.\n\nSources/further reading \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2024/2025\nSprinkler Saves Summer Update No 8\nNational Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) sprinkler position statement\nLancashire press release\, incident of interest\n1Efficiency and Effectiveness of sprinkler systems in the United Kingdom: An analysis from fire service data\n2Business Sprinkler Alliance\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance…… \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link. \n  \n   
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/lancashire-factory-fire-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Lancashire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
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SUMMARY:Drencher System Saves Lancashire Business From Fire
DESCRIPTION:Credit LFRS\, Image taken from a drone capturing a major fire involving concentrated amounts of plastic stored in the open external yard.\n\n\nMatthew Hamer Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service Head of Prevention\, Protection and Road Safety \n“The presence of an automatic fire suppression system significantly influenced the outcome of this incident\, as fires continue to be a leading cause of commercial property loss. This incident required substantial effort from firefighters to prevent a major external fire from spreading to the primary building.” \n“The building was equipped with an external drencher system\, which assisted firefighting tactics and prevented the fire from spreading to the building. This incident demonstrates how an automatic water suppression system enhances the resilience of buildings and businesses against fire impact\, playing a crucial role in preventing major losses and ensuring safety.” \n\n\n“Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service support that automatic water suppression systems play a significant role in reducing the impact of fire on people\, property and the environment along with reducing the risk to firefighters.” \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction \nSignificant and costly fires can be prevented through a combination of fire strategies\, one such strategy is the use of Automatic Water Suppression Systems (AWSS) which can contain and control or in some cases extinguish a building fire before the arrival of the Fire Rescue Service. (FRS) \n\n\nThis case review demonstrates that incorporating Automatic Water Sprinkler Systems (AWSS) as part of a comprehensive fire safety strategy can offer long-term protection for businesses by reducing the consequences of extensive fires. This improves the resilience of buildings and businesses against fire damage.  \n\n\nThis incident reported by Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service (LFRS) involving an external fire on an industrial estate provides further evidence that the inclusion of an AWSS\, in this case a drencher system protecting the external facade of the primary building can assist in suppressing an external fire preventing major financial losses\, minimizing the wider impact of unmanageable fires\, reducing costs to business and the economy. \n\nThe Premises \nIndustrial building with associated outbuildings\, external storage facilities protected by AWSS consisting of a premises drencher\, commercial sprinkler system. \nThe Incident \n In March 2025\, LFRS were mobilized to a well-developed fire involving concentrated amounts of plastic (Polypropylene\, a highly flammable material) stored in the open external yard area adjacent to the primary building on an industrial estate. At its height 50 firefighters\, 10 Fire Appliances\, 2 Aerial ladder platforms (ALP)\, a firefighting robot\, high volume pump were required to contain\, control and extinguish the fire. \n\nConcerns were raised by LFRS that the intense and radiated heat from the fire\, with temperatures recorded as high as 700°C\, could spread compromising the primary building housing further materials with a high fire loading. Due to the intense heat\, firefighters were initially unable to approach the building to apply firefighting medium until the fire had been contained\, controlled\, and extinguished in the external yard. \n\n\nThe manual activation of the buildings drencher system served as a crucial line of defense protecting the building’s exterior surfaces\, particularly walls\, roofs\, windows\, soffits and facia boarding\, from radiated heat and direct flame impingement from the fire. These systems can employ medium-velocity spray nozzles or specially selected nozzles for a uniform distribution of water over the protected surface. \n\n\nThe presence\, operation of the drencher system provided a crucial time frame for the incident commander to implement an operational tactical plan to establish a 300mm water-main via high volume pump to establish a water supply to tackle the fire with firefighting media. \n\n\nTwo aerial ladder platforms were used as water monitors\, in addition to main jets to contain\, control and extinguish the fire to prevent it from spreading to the primary building. Due to the extreme temperatures the building sprinkler system operated which had the benefit of wetting the building and reducing the temperature within the building. \n\n \nImage credit LFRS\n\n\nThis image shows a thermal/standard image allowing you to appreciate the intensity of the fire and its proximity to the primary building. At this point\, the fire temperature adjacent to the building was recorded at 700°C. \n\n\nThe benefits of the drencher system prevented the fire from spreading to the primary building despite the lateral elevation of the building cladding sustaining substantial fire damage because of radiated heat although this heat did transfer internally\, it did not cause the fire to spread to the interior of the building with smoke damage reported within the building. \nDue to the intense heat from the fire the building sprinkler system operated which had the extra benefit of cooling the temperature\, wetting the contents preventing further fire spread. LFRS are currently investigating the cause of the fire. \nConclusion \nThis incident provides further evidence of the benefits of AWSS as part of a package of fire safety measures. \n\nPreventing major financial and equipment losses for businesses.\nProtecting critical elements of its operation\, in this case saving the primary building from fire.\nProviding valuable time for FRS to implement an operational tactical action plan to extinguish the fire.\nReducing the impact of major fires\, allowing FRS to maintain normal operations\, allocating resources to other emergencies.\n\nIf it was not for the drencher/sprinkler system\, we could be reporting on another industrial fire where the premises was lost to fire with the business facing an uncertain future. \nThe Business Sprinkler Alliance report that in the year 2021/22 the FRS attended a total of 1\,842 industrial fires\, fires do not discriminate whether it is a factory\, car park\, warehouse of office fires happen on a regular basis and will continue to do so in the future. \nFires are indiscriminate\, occurring in various settings such as railway stations\, factories\, car parks\, warehouses\, and offices. They are a recurring occurrence and will likely continue to do so in the future. \nRegardless of the cause or the building\, systems like sprinklers can contain and extinguish fires\, safeguarding lives and businesses during critical times when they are most needed. \nSource \nFurther Reading.  \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2023/2024\nSprinkler Saves Summer Update No 6\nEfficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service data\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. The outcome of which will influence policy makers in government for change advocating the use of AWSS in all buildings\, we are concerned about. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link. \n\n\n\n   
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/lancashire-industrial-manufacturing-drencher-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Lancashire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Lancashire Recycling Centre Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Lancashire Fire Rescue Service (LFRS) have reported the following activation where the Automatic Water Suppression System (AWSS) was recorded as being present and operated having an impact. \nOperational crews were mobilised to a fire within a recycling centre building containing waste shredded plastic\, on arrival it was identified that the fire was contained within a bay in one corner of the building\, The heat from the fire activated 1 sprinkler head. \nThe fire was extinguished by using a site digger to excavate the waste turning it over dampening it down with water from 1 main jet. Half a ton of waste was destroyed by the fire with smoke damage sustained to the building \nThe National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) have reported that UK Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) attend around 300 significant fires in waste sites each year which are often difficult to extinguish requiring multiple FRS resources for significant periods of time which can have a serious impact on the local community in the short or long term\, including: \n\nThe Environmental Impact\nPublic health impacts on responders and communities\nLarge scale financial loses and disruption.\nRoad closures\nHigh demand on FRS and other agency resources\n\nFRS are fully aware of the environmental impacts of fire publishing sustainability\, environmental reports with further guidance published by the government on environmental protection\, providing further guidance for FRS on preventing and dealing with incidents with the potential to pollute. \nActive fire protection systems\, specifically AWSS should be seen as part of a holistic approach minimising fire damage as part of a greener approach from the fire sector\, which is currently overlooked. The Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH) published “Reducing Fire Risk at Waste Management Sites” good practice guidance on the latest research and information available to achieve good fire risk management which includes an appendix focusing on suppression/extinguishing/fighting systems focusing on \n\nImportance of seeking competent advice for the installation of a fire suppression system\nThe system should be proportionate to the nature and scale of waste management activities completed and associated risks.\nChoosing the appropriate fire suppression system which may include.\n\n\nSprinklers\nManual open deluge system\nDeluge/water spray systems\nMobile foam trolley\nWater monitors/cannons/curtains\n\n\nThe design\, installation and maintenance of the proposed system is covered by an appropriate UKAS-accredited third-party certification scheme.\nImportance of liaising with insurers who may have specific requirements for fire suppression systems.\n\nThe London\, Herne Hill Waste Transfer Station Fire 8 September 2023\, clearly reminds us of the dangers these types of fires can bring to the local community\, sprinklers were not fitted. \nIt is reported that. \n\n100% of the building was alight with a partial collapse.\nLFB Mobilised 15 fire appliances requiring 100 firefighters.\n2x 32 metre turntable ladders used as water towers.\nThe fire had a significant impact on the local communities.\nFire suppression was not installed.\n\n  \n       \nImages credit LFB Twitter \nDeputy Assistant Commissioner for the Southwest London Area\, Nick Davis\, said: “Firefighters have been continually tackling the fire at the waste transfer station in Herne Hill since it started on Friday morning. Controlled demolition on site allowed us to safely make progress and the fire was fully extinguished this morning\, which I know will come of huge relief to local residents. \n“This fire has had a significant impact on the communities in the surrounding area and I know how difficult it has been for people to keep their doors and windows closed during the heatwave. Local senior fire officers and members of our Community Engagement team are continuing to give advice to local residents and provide support. We are carrying out an investigation into the fire and we are fully supporting the Metropolitan Police Service’s investigation. \n“The challenging nature of the fire on site means that firefighters from across London have attended over the weekend. I would like to thank our operational staff\, control officers and enabling teams for their work to maintain our presence on site for over 80 hours and counting. \nFurther Reading.  \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2023/2024\nSprinkler Saves Summer Update No 7\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. The outcome of which will influence policy makers in government for change advocating the use of AWSS in all buildings\, we are concerned about. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link. \n        
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/lancashire-recycling-centre-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Lancashire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Hereford Food Factory Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Credit image HWFRS \n\nDate of incident; July 19\, 2024\nTine of call; 02:30\nLocation; Hereford\nUse of building; Food Processing Factory\nLocation of fire; Plant room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Dry Pipe System\nFire Rescue Service; Hereford & Worcester Fire and Recuse Service (HWFRS)\n\nHWFRS have reported the following sprinkler activation involving a fire within a vacuum pump used for  processing. \nThe Incident \n\nFire crews were mobilised to reports of a fire within a factory plant room following receipt of a 999 call.\nFactory engineers were alerted to a heat detector actuating within the premises vacuum plant room.\nUpon investigation\, it was identified flames were jetting out from the rear of the vacuum pump which was immediately isolated.\nThe main fire alarm for the premises was immediately activated resulting in the full evacuation of the building.\nOn arrival fire crews established that the premises sprinkler system had activated within the compartment of origin extinguishing the fire prior to their arrival.\nNo further firefighting media was required with minimal fire\, smoke damage within the compartment of origin.\nFollowing the completion of a dynamic risk assessment by HWFRS\, fire crews directed for the sprinkler system to be isolated.\nThe system was reinstated by 09:00 hours the same morning of the incident\nEnquires are ongoing regarding the cause of the fire.\n\nIt should be remembered.  \n\nThe fire was extinguished\, controlled within the compartment of origin by the sprinkler system.\nMinimal fire damage was reported within the compartment of origin.\nNo further firefighting media was required.\nImpact on business was minimal\nThe provision of a robust emergency plan allowed the provision of vital information for the sprinkler system to be shared with the FRS on arrival. Allowing a robust onsite emergency response to be immediately actioned to assist the control/isolation and reinstatement of the sprinkler system\n\nWhen you compare this incident to the massive industrial fire reported by the Business Sprinkler Alliance that destroyed an usprinklered warehouse in Wales which has left a lasting impact on the local business community with over 40 companies affected and 37 unable to resume trading. It reinforces the benefits of installing sprinklers for property  protection/business resilience  preventing a potential major fire and ensured it was only a minor inconvenience. \nLinks/sources \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2023/2024\nSprinkler Saves Spring Update No 4\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance; Aftermath of Bridgend Fire: Who covers the costs?\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance…… \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging the FRS to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link \n  \n                 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/hereford-food-factory-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Hereford
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Staffordshire Recycling Centre Lithium Battery Fire
DESCRIPTION:Staffordshire Recycling Centre Lithium Battery Fire \n\nDate of incidents; 5th July 2024\, August 1st\, 2024\nLocation; Burslem\, Staffordshire\nType of business; Recycling centre\nUse of building; Open Warehouse Unit approx. 1\,000m2\nLocation of fire; plant machinery industrial shredder 5m x 3m\nIgnition source; lithium battery\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Bespoke Drencher Type Sprinkler System\nFire Rescue Service; Staffordshire Fire Rescue Service (SFRS)\n\nSFRS have reported the following two fires in a waste recycling centre fires in the space of 4 weeks activating the bespoke sprinkler system involving an industrial shredder\, conveyor belt which had chewed into a lithium-ion battery to explode and catch light. On both occasions fire growth was restricted by the activation of the sprinkler system until the arrival of operational crews. \nGroup Manager James Green\, stated following one of the fires: “Since the fire began this morning\, we’ve managed to get it under control and have since scaled back our attendance at the scene. \n“While an investigation into the cause of the fire is being carried out\, I want to advise people that disposing of batteries inappropriately can not only cause damage to the environment but also increases the risk of fires occurring. \n“Incidents such as this present a real challenge to the waste industry\, and we would urge local businesses and households to ensure that batteries are separated from general waste and disposed of appropriately via one of the many battery recycling schemes in operation. \n“The energy density of batteries has increased significantly in recent years as the technology has developed and even the smallest battery has the potential to cause a serious fire.” \nLinks/sources \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2023/2024\nSprinkler Saves Spring Update No 5\n\nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance…… \nTo make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging the FRS to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire. \nIf you hear of a save report it using this link \n                 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/staffordshire-recycling-centre-lithium-battery-fire/
LOCATION:Staffordshire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:London Waste Recycling Facility Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:London Fire Brigade LFB have reported the following activation where the Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) was recorded as being present and operated having an impact. The data around the incident provides powerful evidence as to the ability of fire sprinklers and other forms of AFSS in protecting our communities from fire. \n\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 29 May 2024\nTime of call; 03:39\nWhere\, Sutton\nOccupancy; Waste Recycling Facility\nLocation of fire; Process/Production room\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Sprinklers\n\nIncident  \n\nFire involving batteries\, generators located in a process production room.\nActivating the premises sprinkler system in the room of origin\, raising the alarm\n1 sprinkler head activated.\nContaining\, controlling the fire to the room of origin.\nTotal fire damage 11-20sqm.\nFirefighting action: Main Jet.\n\nThe ¹ National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) have reported that UK Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) attend around 300 significant fires in waste sites each year which are often difficult to extinguish requiring multiple FRS resources for significant periods of time which can have a serious impact on the local community in the short or long term\, including: \n\nThe Environmental Impact\nPublic health impacts on responders and communities\nLarge scale financial loses and disruption.\nRoad closures\nHigh demand on FRS and other agency resources\n\nFRS are fully aware of the environmental impacts of fire publishing sustainability\, environmental reports with further guidance published by the government on environmental protection\, providing further guidance for FRS on preventing and dealing with incidents with the potential to pollute. \nActive fire protection systems\, specifically AFSS should be seen as part of a holistic approach minimising fire damage as part of a greener approach from the fire sector\, which is currently overlooked. The Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH) published “Reducing Fire Risk at Waste Management Sites” good practice guidance on the latest research and information available to achieve good fire risk management which includes an appendix focusing on suppression/extinguishing/fighting systems focusing on \n\nImportance of seeking competent advice for the installation of a fire suppression system\nThe system should be proportionate to the nature and scale of waste management activities completed and associated risks.\nChoosing the appropriate fire suppression system which may include.\n\n\nSprinklers\nManual open deluge system\nDeluge/water spray systems\nMobile foam trolley\nWater monitors/cannons/curtains\n\n\nThe design\, installation and maintenance of the proposed system is covered by an appropriate UKAS-accredited third-party certification scheme.\nImportance of liaising with insurers who may have specific requirements for fire suppression systems.\n\nThe recent London\, Herne Hill Waste Transfer Station Fire 8 September 2023\, clearly reminds us of the dangers these types of fires can bring to the local community\, if fire suppression had been installed could the outcome of been different? \nIt is reported that. \n\n100% of the building was alight with a partial collapse.\nLFB Mobilised 15 fire appliances requiring 100 firefighters.\n2x 32 metre turntable ladders used as water towers.\nThe fire had a significant impact on the local communities.\nFire suppression was not installed.\n\n           \nImages credit LFB Twitter \nDeputy Assistant Commissioner for the South West London Area\, Nick Davis\, said: “Firefighters have been continually tackling the fire at the waste transfer station in Herne Hill since it started on Friday morning. Controlled demolition on site allowed us to safely make progress and the fire was fully extinguished this morning\, which I know will come of huge relief to local residents. \n“This fire has had a significant impact on the communities in the surrounding area and I know how difficult it has been for people to keep their doors and windows closed during the heatwave. Local senior fire officers and members of our Community Engagement team are continuing to give advice to local residents and provide support. We are carrying out an investigation into the fire and we are fully supporting the Metropolitan Police Service’s investigation. \n“The challenging nature of the fire on site means that firefighters from across London have attended over the weekend. I would like to thank our operational staff\, control officers and enabling teams for their work to maintain our presence on site for over 80 hours and counting.” \n\nSprinkler Saves Uk\, Annual Review 2023/2024\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nWish\, Reducing Fire Risk At Waste Management Sites\nLFB Herne Hill Waste Transfer Station press release\n¹ NFCC. National Operational Guidance\, Fires in waste sites\n\n  \n     
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-waste-recycling-facility-suppression-activation/
LOCATION:Sutton
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Lancashire FRS Sprinkler Activations April -June 2024
DESCRIPTION:Summary \nOur thanks to Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) for providing an overview of fire data on fire incidents in Lancashire where sprinkler systems were reported as present and having an impact for the period April to June 2024. The aim of this review is to reinforce the importance of reporting Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) activations to Sprinkler Saves UK\, the outcome of which will \n\nAllow trends\, anomalies to be identified in the emerging UK sprinkler firefighting industry allowing the continued review of technical standards ensuring best practice within the sprinkler\, fire industry.\nAllow The benefits of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems to be promoted to a wider audience\, the outcome of which will entice others to install AFSS.\nProvide further evidence to the reliability and effectiveness of sprinkler systems following the two recent reports conducted by Optimal Economics\, and commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council\, National Fire Sprinkler Network\nLooking into the performance\, reliability\, and effectiveness of sprinkler systems in controlling and extinguishing fires.\n\nThe reports found that: \n\nSprinklers are 99% efficient in extinguishing or controlling a fire.\nSprinklers are 94 efficient in their ability to operate\nthat sprinklers do have a role to play in reducing harm and protecting vulnerable people supporting the case for a greater inclusion of sprinklers in purpose built of flats.\n\n         \n6 incidents were reported for the above-mentioned period where AFSS were present of which 4 activated having an impact in a range of commercial and industrial premises within Lancashire. Each of these stories highlight real\, tangible examples of where they have actuated providing powerful evidence of the ability of sprinklers to protect life\, firefighters and property from fire. For the remaining 2 incidents\, the AFSS did not operate due to the parameters of the system\, limited fire growth was reported in the vicinity of the fires. Resulting in the predetermined temperature failing to be reached allowing the AFSS to actuate. \nPICTURES SPEAK A THOUSAND WORDS…………… \n           \nCredit Images J&J Fire Engineering \nThe above-mentioned images from for one of the reported sprinkler activations\, demonstrates the power of sprinklers following a small fire reported involving a food hydrator within an entertainment/culture complex kitchen storeroom. The fire was extinguished by the activation of 1 sprinkler head containing the fire to the room of origin. Minimal inconvenience for the business was reported with the kitchen offline for 4 hours. \nSummary of fire incidents where sprinklers were reported \n \nIncidents reported \n\nIndustrial Processing Fire Sprinkler Activation \n\n\nDate of incident; 1 April 2024.\nTime of call; 09;39.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Industrial processing\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Sprinklers.\nImpact of AFSS; Contained/controlled.\nNumber of heads operated; Unknown.\n\nThe Incident \n\n02:36\, a fire broke out in the processing area of the premises involving a steam vessel used to heat up wax which caught light activating the commercial sprinkler system which contained\, controlled the fire.\nThe alarm was raised by the activation of the premises automatic fire detection system which was relayed the alarm to the remote alarm receiving centre\, who proceeded to Inform Northwest Fire Control. (NWFC)\nImmediate\, fire response by NWFC was not actioned following changes to policy by ¹LFRS responding to automatic fire alarm systems in non-sleeping premises.\nThe premises key holder was informed at 02:41\, who failed to attend the premises to investigate the source of the alarm\nSubsequently\, LFRS did not attend the incident due to a failure of the buildings fire procedures/protocols namely the non-attendance of the key holder to investigate the source of the alarm\, confirming a fire within the building.\n09:41\, The alarm was raised to NWFC by a member of staff arriving for work who observed the sprinkler system actuating with smoke present in the building.\nOn arrival LFRS observed the remains of a smouldering fire which was extinguished using firefighting media.\n50% fire damage reported contained to the vessel associated electrics.\nInvestigations are ongoing to identify the cause of the fire.\n\n¹FRS throughout the United Kingdom are reviewing how they respond to calls from automatic systems in non-sleeping risk premises. To reduce the number of unwanted fire signals fire crews\, attend which have a major burden on FRS resources that may be needed elsewhere for a genuine emergency. \n\n It is therefore best practice to liaise with your local FRS on how policy change affects you and your business\nReview your premises cause and effect emergency procedures allowing the appropriate emergency response following the activation of an active fire protection system.\n\n\nIndustrial Manufacturing Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 12 April 2024.\nTime of call; 12;40.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Industrial Manufacturing.\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Sprinklers.\nImpact of AFSS; Did not operate.\nNumber of heads operated; N/A.\n\nThe Incident \n\nA minor fire was reported involving electrical wiring during works carried out by operatives.\nFollowing a surge in the electrical current\, which caused the electrical wiring to melt contact was made with a UPS battery pack\, resulting in an arc which set the wiring alight.\nThe battery pack sustained minor fire damage with 1m of wiring\, damaged by fire\nNo injuries were reported\n\nThe sprinkler system did not operate\, due to limited fire growth within the room of origin. Resulting in the predetermined temperature failing to be reached at the sprinkler head allowing its operation. \n\nIndustrial Manufacturing Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 17 May 2024.\nTime of call; 03:39.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Industrial Manufacturing.\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Other.(Manually Operated)\nImpact of AFSS; Contained/controlled the fire.\nNumber of heads operated; Unknown.\n\nThe Incident \n\nA fire involving plant machinery used to produce felt was tackled by staff using water hose reels who proceeded to activate the manual sprinkler system which contained\, controlled the fire.\nOn arrival LFRS used handheld jets to extinguish the fire\, cool remaining hot spots identified using a thermal image camera.\nThe cause of the fire was accidental due to the production process which had malfunctioned producing friction due to the machinery jamming causing smouldering which caught light.\nFire damage sustained to 100m by 3m length of felt backed underlay\, no juries were reported\n\n\nWarehouse/bulk storage fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 8 June 2024.\nTime of call; 07:30.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Warehouse/bulk storage.\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Other .(Heat detectors did not actuate due to not reaching required temp.)\nNumber of heads operated; N/A.\n\nThe Incident \n\nLFRS were mobilised to a fire involving a stack of 250-300 tonnes household waste.\nFire crews used onsite machinery to turnover the waste which was subsequently extinguished using firefighting media.\n5 tonnes of waste damaged by fire which was contained within a concrete sided waste storage bay.\nAll fire water run off contained within the waste facilities.\nNo fire water run-off is reported entering any external water courses.\n\nDue to insufficient heat\, the premises AFSS (heat detectors) did not activate resulting in the premises suppression system not operating. \n\nEntertainment/Culture Complex Kitchen Storeroom Sprinkler Activation \n\n\nDate of incident; 9 June 2024.\nTime of call; 02:00.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Entertainment/culture complex.\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Sprinklers.\nImpact of AFSS; Extinguished.\nNumber of heads operated; 1.\n\nThe Incident \n\nSmall fire involving a food hydrator within a kitchen storeroom.\nThe fire was successfully contained to the room of origin by the activation of 1 sprinkler head which extinguished the fire\, no injuries were reported.\n\n\nMinimal inconvenience for the business was reported with the kitchen offline for 4 hours.\nCause of the fire\, accidental.\n\n\nIndustrial Manufacturing Sprinkler Activation\n\n\nDate of incident; 9 June 2024.\nTime of call; 20:22.\nLocation; Lancashire.\nUse of building; Industrial manufacturing.\nIncident; Fire.\nAFSS; Sprinklers.\nImpact of AFSS; Extinguished.\nNumber of heads operated; 2.\n\nThe Incident \n\nDuring routine maintenance of the sprinkler diesel fire pumps a fire was reported within the sprinkler pump room outbuilding.\nSuccessfully extinguished by the operation of two sprinkler heads in addition to maintenance staff tackling the fire with handheld firefighting media.\nCause of the fire\, accidental with minor damage sustained to one diesel fire pump.\nMinor business disruption until the reinstatement of the sprinkler system.\n\nThis incident clearly identifies the importance of sprinkler protecting the sprinkler pump room. \nBenefits of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems \nEach of these stories highlight real\, tangible incidents reinforcing that the operation of a correctly designed and installed AFSS installed to the appropriate codes\, standards can reduce the rate of production of heat and smoke assisting businesses to be more resilient to fire incidents. \nIf it was not for the presence\, activation of the AFSS\, the outcome of these incidents could have had devastating consequences for the businesses. These incidents provides further evidence that having sprinklers fitted make buildings and businesses resilient to the impact of fire because that contain/control or in some cases extinguish the fire. \nThe impact of fire is indiscriminate\, March 2018 a fire destroyed the Gardmen gardening supplies warehouse in Daventry which had recently commenced trading\, sprinklers were not fitted. Further information on this incident can be found in comprehensive case study  available to view on the Business Sprinkler Alliance website. \nIf you want to find out more on the benefits of AFSS for business contact the Business Sprinkler Alliance a coalition of leading fire organisations and experts which aims to. \n\nEnsure that more of the UK’s industrial and commercial buildings are protected from fire with AFSS.\nDriving a culture change so that sprinklers are better understood and accepted as the norm for UK business by raising awareness of the benefits they can bring\n\nReporting Sprinkler Activations \nIf you want to make a difference working in the fire sector\, we need your assistance……To make sprinklers the norm and not the exception – we need the evidence. Encouraging FRS and those in the sprinkler community to promote\, collate\, report sprinkler activations to Sprinkler Saves UK which will help to create a central and comprehensive record of fire incidents where sprinklers played their role in containing/controlling or extinguishing the fire.If you hear of a save report it using this link. \nSources/links \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2023/2024\nSprinkler Saves Summer Update No 5\nLFRS Our response to AFA\nBSA\, Coalition of leading fire safety organisations and experts\nBSA Written evidence to the HCLG Select Committee\nDaventry new warehouse destroyed by blaze BSA case study\n\n  \n           
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/lancashire-frs-sprinkler-activation-quarterly-update-number-2/
LOCATION:Lancashire
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:London Fire Brigade Reported Sprinkler Activations December 2023
DESCRIPTION:image credit DPJ Sprinklers Ltd \, Kitchen fire London October 2023.\nDemonstrating the power of sprinklers for Kitchen fires.\n\nThe continued support\, commitment of The London Fire Brigade\, (LFB) reporting real\, tangible examples of where Automatic Fire Suppressions (AFSS) have actuated within the capital and in doing so saved life and protected property should not be underestimated. \nThe story around the incident provides powerful evidence of the ability of sprinklers to protect life\, firefighters\, and property from fire.They also provide environmental benefits\, reducing fire loss\, damage to the environment\, reducing carbon emissions and reducing the use of water from the resulting firefighting operations preventing expensive restoration of buildings\, replacing expensive equipment\, plant machinery. \nPromoting the benefits of sprinklers\, sprinkler activations will encourage housing providers\, stakeholders\, partners\, and others to install AFSS to protect the most vulnerable residents\, property from fire within Greater London throughout the United Kingdom. \nA London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Automatic Fire Suppression Systems\, like sprinklers\, alongside other fire safety measures can greatly reduce the impact of fires on people\, property\, homes and communities. “Sprinklers are not a luxury – they save lives and also reduce risk to the firefighters who have to tackle the fires.”  \nFor the month of December 2023\, 11 primary fires were reported to Sprinkler Saves UK where sprinklers were reported as present/activated and having an impact covering a range of buildings and occupancies which should be of no surprise as the capital of the United Kingdom. London is also the largest city with a population of just over 9 million and is projected to reach 10 million by 2035. The risk from fire in the capital is diverse\, ranging from dwellings\, large industrial premises\, complex retail shopping centres\, major transport hubs\, hotels\, hostels. \nKey Results \nType of AFSS present\, operated. \n\n10 sprinkler incidents\n1 water mist activation\n\nDwellings accounted for 6 activations. \n\n1x house.\n1x Converted flat/maisonette-3 or more storeys.\n4x Purpose built block of flats/maisonettes-10 or more storeys.\n\nOther buildings accounted for 5 activations. \n\n1x Gym\n1x supermarket\n1x Single shop\n2x Self-contained sheltered housing\n\nOf which  \n\n6 fires were contained/controlled by the activation of the AFSS.\n5 fires were extinguished by the activation of the AFSS.\n\n¹Providing further evidence\, Supporting the most recent UK research was commissioned by The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC)\, National Fire Sprinkler Network (NFSN) and supported by BAFSA in the publication\, “Efficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data”. Across all premises types:\nSprinklers are 99% efficient in extinguishing or controlling a fire.\nSprinklers are 94% efficient in their ability to operate. \n \nIt cannot be stressed how important active systems are\, they should not be viewed as an alternative to passive fire protection systems. Providing effective fire protection requires both passive and active elements working in unison and complementing the roles of one another.AFSS play a significant role\, as part of an appropriate package of fire safety measures reducing the impact of fire on people\, property\, and the environment \nDecember Case Studies \n\nGym Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 2 December 2023.\nTine of call; 04:18.\nLocation; Hackney\nUse of building; Mixed use commercial/residential\,\nNumber of floors Lower ground floor\, ground plus 8.\nLocation of fire; Cloakroom\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nA fire within the premises cloakroom was extinguished by the activation of 1 sprinkler head located in the room of origin\, limiting fire spread to the item 1st ignited. No further firefighting was required by operational crews on arrival. Enquires are ongoing regarding the cause of the fire\, the benefits of sprinklers clearly demonstrated for business continuity\, sprinklers not only protect lives\, but they also protect property\, businesses\, and jobs. \n\nHouse Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 3 December 2023.\nTine of call; 16:26.\nLocation; Lewisham.\nUse of building; Private dwelling\,\nNumber of floors; Lower ground floor\, ground plus 2\nLocation of fire; Living room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nFour appliances were mobilised from Lewisham\, Lee Green\, Greenwich\, and Deptford fire stations to a fire within a new purpose-built terraced house involving candles which was contained\, controlled by the activation of 1 fire sprinkler. Limiting fire spread to the lower ground floor\, the fire extinguished by operational crews on arrival using 1 hose reel jet. One man left the building before the arrival of LFB and was treated on scene by the London Ambulance Service. The cause of the is believed to have been accidental and caused by a candle. \n\nSelf-Contained Sheltered Housing Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 4 December 2023.\nTine of call; 17:13.\nLocation; Southwark.\nUse of building; Sheltered Housing.\nNumber of floors; Lower ground floor\, ground plus 2\nLocation of fire; Kitchen.\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nThe decision taken by Southwark Council in 2024 to install sprinklers to its sheltered housing schemes and temporary accommodation hostels as part of a £32 million plans to improve fire safety clearly demonstrated following a kitchen fire within one of their schemes. Fire crews were mobilised to a kitchen fire involving a cooker which was successfully contained/controlled by the activation of 1 sprinkler limiting the fire to the floor of origin. The fire was extinguished by operational crews using 1 hose reel jet. \nIt should be remembered the installation of a life safety AFSS is to reduce the rate of heat and smoke\, allowing more time for the occupants to escape to safety or be rescued\, The provision of a sprinkler system does not neglect the need for other fire practical precautions or provisions where the person is at higher-than-average risk from fire\, unable to self-evacuate in the event of a fire. \n\nMixed-use building Sauna Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 4 December 2023.\nTine of call; 18:28.\nTime of stop; 19:37.\nLocation; Cleveland Street\, Fitzrovia.\nUse of building; Residential/commercial Mixed-use building\,\nNumber of floors; 3 plus 2x basement levels.\nLocation of fire; Sauna room\, sub-basement level.\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nFour pump fire requiring 25 firefighters from Euston\, soho and Paddington fire stations. On arrival operational crews established that there was a fire within the second sub level basement sauna room which had been contained\, controlled by the activation of three sprinkler heads which was extinguished by crews using firefighting media including a main branch. 50% of the sauna was damaged by fire\, the fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by items left on a sauna. There were no reports of any injuries\, the incident was closed within 70 minutes\, highlighting the benefits of sprinklers for business continuity. \n\nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of sprinklers involving basement fires for operational firefighters which can be a high-risk activity\, physically demanding caused by extreme temperatures.\nSprinkler activation reduces heat transfer\, toxic gases\, smoke\, and flashover allowing tenable conditions within the room of origin\, increasing escape time and keeps the fire contained\, controlled or in some cases extinguished before the arrival of the Fire Rescue Service.\n\n\nSupermarket Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 6 December 2023.\nTine of call; 09:34.\nLocation; Hackney.\nUse of building; Supermarket.\nNumber of floors; Ground plus 1.\nLocation of fire; Kitchen.\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nIt is reported that the premises water mist system within the room of origin operated following a fire involving a cooker limiting the fire to the item 1st ignited. Further interrogation of the data is required to identify the type of water mist system installed\, due to the type of incident reported\, it would be expected that a bespoke system was installed to protect the cooking range. \n\nFlat Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 13 December 2023.\nTine of call; 02:37.\nTime of stop: 04:54\nLocation; Redbridge\nUse of building; Converted Flat/Maisonettes – 3 or more storeys.\nNumber of floors; Ground plus 8.\nLocation of fire; Bedsitting room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\n Fire crews were called to a fire on the 4th floor of a former office block converted into 60 studio flats involving a bedsitting room which was contained/controlled by the activation of 1 sprinkler head limiting the fire to the room of origin. It is reported that 5 adults were treated on scene by the London Ambulance Service and two taken to hospital. Further enquires are ongoing regarding the cause of the fire. \nBenefits of installing a Residential Sprinkler System \n\nInternal fire spread within the flat contained/controlled\, preventing further fire spread to the common ways.\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained.\nFlash over prevented.\nAllowing firefighters in carrying out search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters.\n\n7. Shop Fire \n\nDate of incident; 15 December 2023.\nTine of call; 06:32.\nLocation; Camden\nUse of building; Commercial\nNumber of floors; Basement\, Ground plus 3\nLocation of fire; Other\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\n The benefits of installing sprinklers for commercial premises demonstrated following this incident involving a ground floor shop. One fire sprinkler activated in the room of origin containing the fire to the room of origin. The fire was extinguished by operational crews using a hose reel jet. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Business continuity\, the installation of a sprinkler system provides long term protection businesses preventing catastrophic losses and ensuring safety of lives.  \n\nRefuse Store Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 16 December 2023.\nTine of call; 23:38.\nTime of stop: 01:24\nLocation; Tower Hamlets\nUse of building; Purpose Built Flats/Maisonettes – 10 or more storeys.\nNumber of floors; Basement\, ground plus 57\nLocation of fire; Refuse Store/Bin Room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nFire crews were mobilised to a fire involving a high-rise residential block of flats\, on arrival it was established that a small fire within a paladin bin within the basement was contained/controlled by the activation of one sprinkler head. operational crews extinguished the fire using extinguishing media\, no injuries were reported. \nDanger of Refuse Chute/bin store fires \nThese types of fires can have a dramatic effect on the safety of the residents\, specifically where refuse chutes and access hatches can sometimes be found directly opening onto protected corridors\, lobbies\, and stairs\, so providing the potential for the spread of fire and smoke to the common escape routes. It is therefore best practice in these situations. \n\nAutomatic fire-resisting shutter should be fitted at the base of the refuse chute to restrict the spread of fire and smoke from a fire in the bin room. The shutter should\, as a minimum\, be operated on a fixed temperature fusible link.\nBespoke sprinkler system\, further protection can be provided by the installation of a sprinkler system located over the bins\, with either frangible bulb or fusible link sprinkler heads\, or open sprinkler heads with water discharge controlled by smoke detectors.\n\n\nSheltered Housing Lithium battery fire. \n\n\nDate of incident; 17 December 2023.\nTine of call; 21:06.\nTime of stop: 21:57\nLocation; Forest Hill\nUse of building; Self-contained Sheltered Housing\nNumber of floors; Basement\, ground plus 8\nLocation of fire; Bedsitting room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\nFour fire appliances from Forest Hill\, Lewisham\, Peckham and surrounding stations were mobilised to a fire within a second floor two roomed flat involving a lithium battery which was contained to the room of origin following the activation of 1 sprinkler head which extinguished the fire\, no injuries were reported. This is the second incident reported to sprinkler saves involving lithium batteries following the high-profile tall building sprinkler save reported by West Midlands Fire Rescue Service where a family were unable to self-evacuate from their flat following a fire involving an electric bike. It was established that the electric bike had been left on charge in the hallway of their flat which caught light compromising their means of escape. On arrival operational crews identified that the fire had been extinguished by the activation of the residential sprinkler system. \nIt should be noted\, Sprinkler protection of lithium-ion batteries is outside the scope of current standard sprinkler design standards e.g.\, EN\, NFPA/FM\, specialist standards are being developed for example NPFA 855. \nA London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Lithium batteries are susceptible to failure if incorrect chargers are used\, so it’s important to always use the correct charger for the product and buy an official one from a reputable seller. \n“You should unplug your charger when you have finished using it and we would advise not to leave it unattended or charging while people are asleep. \n“Batteries can present a fire risk if they’re over-charged\, short circuited\, submerged in water or damaged\, so it’s really important to protect them against being damaged too. \n“Try to ensure they are not getting knocked around while in use or while being carried as this can increase the chance of damage to cells.” \n\nKitchen Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 29 December 2023.\nTine of call; 17:52.\nLocation; Barnet.\nUse of building; Purpose Built Flats/Maisonettes – 10 or more storeys.\nNumber of floors; Ground plus 14.\nLocation of fire; Kitchen.\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\n\nKitchen Fire\n\n\nDate of incident; 31 December 2023.\nTine of call; 14:53.\nLocation; Lambeth.\nUse of building; Purpose Built Flats/Maisonettes – 10 or more storeys.\nNumber of floors; Ground plus 35\nLocation of fire; Kitchen.\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers.\n\n Operational crews were called to the above-mentioned kitchen fires which were both successfully extinguished by the actuation of 1 sprinkler head\, requiring no further firefighting action by operational crews on arrival. \nLinks \n                 \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2022/2023.\nWinter Sprinkler Saves Update.\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nLFB Press Release\, Flat Fire Forest Hill\nLFB Press Release Flat Fire-Isle of Dogs\nSprinkler Saves\, Tall Building Lithium-Ion Battery Fire\n\n¹Efficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis for Fire Service Data \nAbout Sprinkler Saves \nSprinkler Saves works closely with our FRS representatives and the sprinkler industry to collate sprinkler saves\, promoting their ability to control a contain and control fire and ultimately saves lives and protect property. \nWhat is a sprinkler save?  \nA sprinkler save is where one or more sprinkler heads activate to control/extinguish a building fire – providing powerful evidence as to the ability of sprinklers to reduce the effects of fire. They also provide environmental benefits\, reducing fire loss\, damage to the environment\, reducing carbon emissions and reducing the use of water from the resulting firefighting operations preventing expensive restoration of buildings\, replacing expensive equipment and plant. \nReporting saves.  \nYour continued support reporting and collating sprinkler saves makes a difference. If you have information about a Sprinkler Save please share it with Sprinkler Saves filling out the Sprinkler Saves reporting form on the website\, click here
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-fire-brigade-reported-sprinkler-activations-december-2023/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:London Commercial/Industrial Sprinkler Activations
DESCRIPTION:London Fire Brigade have reported the following sprinkler activations for the month of September/October 2023 involving a range of commercial/industrial premises: – \n\n5 September; Food and Drink Processing plant\n9 October; Customer Fulfilment Centre\n12 October; Mental Health Facility Hospital\n\nOn each occasion it is reported: – \n\nThe premises sprinkler system activated and raised the alarm.\nOf the three activations two fires were extinguished with no further firefighting required by operational crews on arrival.\nThe remaining fire was contained\, controlled requiring the use of one hose reel jet by operational crews on arrival to extinguish the fire.\nNo more than 2 sprinkler heads were activated for each incident\nAll fires were contained to the room of origin.\n\nThe above-mentioned incidents from a healthcare facility to a customer fulfilment centre clearly identify the benefits of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) for business resilience each fire was contained\, controlled\, or extinguished. Unfortunately\, the impact of a fire can be devastating resulting in many businesses never recovering.  AFSS have demonstrated for many years that the inclusion of a AFSS can prevent major financial and equipment losses for UK Business. \nThese incidents demonstrate once again that sprinklers do work\, the National Fire Chiefs Council\, National Fire Sprinkler Network have worked together to investigate the effectiveness and reliability of sprinkler systems\, in an ³independent report completed by Optimal economics interrogating thousands of incidents providing detailed and comprehensive analysis of the activation and performance of sprinkler systems used to control fires in buildings. The evidence indicates that sprinklers have an operational reliability of 95% when they do operate\, they extinguish the fire on 99% of occasions on a wide range of buildings.\nThe ¹Business Sprinkler Alliance highlight that the future of a West Midlands food business remains uncertain following devastating fire following a huge fire at a food business in Willenhall caused significant damage and major disruption it was another in a series of fires in the food industry in recent years\, with none of the facilities benefiting from an automatic sprinkler system. Six months later and what is left of the fire damaged structure is about to be demolished and the future of the Midland Chilled Foods business at this site remains unclear. \nTo promote the benefits of sprinklers we need the evidence\, if you hear of a save report it using the report a sprinkler save tab \n \n  \nLinks \n\n Sprinkler Saves Review 2022/2023\nSprinkler Saves Update No 2\n¹Business Sprinkler Alliance\n³Efficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data – Optimal Economics May 2017
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-commercial-industrial-sprinkler-activations/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Commercial,Industrial
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SUMMARY:London Recycling Plant Suppression Activation
DESCRIPTION:London Fire Brigade LFB have reported the following activation where fire suppression was recorded as being present and operated having an impact. The data around the incident provides powerful evidence as to the ability of fire sprinklers and other forms of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) in protecting our communities from fire. \nRecycling Plant  \n\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 2 August 2023\nTime of call; 12:15\nWhere\, Havering\nOccupancy; Recycling Plant\nLocation of fire; Process/Production room\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Water mist\n\nIncident  \n\nFire involving batteries\, generators located in a process production room.\nActivating the premises water mist system in the room of origin\nContaining\, controlling the fire to the room of origin\nTotal fire damage 5sqm\nFirefighting action immersed in water.\n\nThe ¹ National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) have reported that UK Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) attend around 300 significant fires in waste sites each year which are often difficult to extinguish requiring multiple FRS resources for significant periods of time which can have a serious impact on the local community in the short or long term\, including: \n\nThe Environmental Impact\nPublic health impacts on responders and communities\nLarge scale financial loses and disruption.\nRoad closures\nHigh demand on FRS and other agency resources\n\nFRS are fully aware of the environmental impacts of fire publishing sustainability\, environmental reports with further guidance published by the government on environmental protection\, providing further guidance for FRS on preventing and dealing with incidents with the potential to pollute. \nActive fire protection systems\, specifically Automatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) should be seen as part of a holistic approach minimising fire damage as part of a greener approach from the fire sector\, which is currently overlooked. The Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH) published “Reducing Fire Risk at Waste Management Sites” good practice guidance on the latest research and information available to achieve good fire risk management which includes an appendix focusing on suppression/extinguishing/fighting systems focusing on \n\nImportance of seeking competent advice for the installation of a fire suppression system\nThe system should be proportionate to the nature and scale of waste management activities completed and associated risks.\nChoosing the appropriate fire suppression system which may include.\n\nSprinklers\nManual open deluge system\nDeluge/water spray systems\nMobile foam trolley\nWater monitors/cannons/curtains\n\n\n\n\nThe design\, installation and maintenance of the proposed system is covered by an appropriate UKAS-accredited third-party certification scheme.\nImportance of liaising with insurers who may have specific requirements for fire suppression systems.\n\nThe recent London\, Herne Hill Waste Transfer Station Fire 8 September 2023\, clearly reminds us of the dangers these types of fires can bring to the local community\, if fire suppression had been installed could the outcome of been different? \nIt is reported that. \n\n100% of the building was alight with a partial collapse.\nLFB Mobilised 15 fire appliances requiring 100 firefighters.\n2x 32 metre turntable ladders used as water towers.\nThe fire had a significant impact on the local communities.\nFire suppression was not installed.\n\n  \n  \nImages credit LFB Twitter \nDeputy Assistant Commissioner for the South West London Area\, Nick Davis\, said: “Firefighters have been continually tackling the fire at the waste transfer station in Herne Hill since it started on Friday morning. Controlled demolition on site allowed us to safely make progress and the fire was fully extinguished this morning\, which I know will come of huge relief to local residents. \n“This fire has had a significant impact on the communities in the surrounding area and I know how difficult it has been for people to keep their doors and windows closed during the heatwave. Local senior fire officers and members of our Community Engagement team are continuing to give advice to local residents and provide support. We are carrying out an investigation into the fire and we are fully supporting the Metropolitan Police Service’s investigation. \n“The challenging nature of the fire on site means that firefighters from across London have attended over the weekend. I would like to thank our operational staff\, control officers and enabling teams for their work to maintain our presence on site for over 80 hours and counting.” \n\nSprinkler Saves Uk\, Annual Review 2022/2023\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nWish\, Reducing Fire Risk At Waste Management Sites\nLFB Herne Hill Waste Transfer Station press release\n\n¹ NFCC. National Operational Guidance\, Fires in waste sites
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-recycling-plant-suppression-activation/
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Wandsworth Recycling Plant Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Recue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Recycling Plant Fire\nWhen; 11/05/2023\nTime of call; 00:46\nStop message; 03:32\nWhere\, Wandsworth\, London\nType of Premises; Recycling Plant\nAutomatic fire suppression System\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system. The premises is responsible for the management of waste delivered to it by local councils within London. \nIncident \n\nAt 00:46\, LFB mobilised fire appliances from Wandsworth\, Battersea\, Fulham\, Chelsea\, and tooting fire stations to a fire at a recycling plant\nOn arrival operational crews identified 100 tonnes of mixed household recycling alight located within a waste disposal site\nThe premises AFSS actuated containing\, controlling the fire.\nTotal fire damage up to 51-100 sqm\nFirefighting media Main branch/jet\nThe cause of the fire is being treated as accidental with the most likely cause the failure of a lithium-ion battery.\n\nA spokesman for LFB said. \n“Lithium batteries should not be placed in the same bins as your regular rubbish or recycling. If they overheat\, they may cause it to catch fire. Instead\, check your local authority’s website for the safest way to dispose of lithium batteries in your area. \n“Lithium batteries store a significant amount of energy in a very small space and are much more powerful compared to other types of batteries. If that energy is released in an uncontrolled way\, then a fire or explosion may result.  \n“Batteries can present a fire risk if they’re overcharged\, short circuited\, submerged in water or damaged\, so it’s really important to protect them against being crushed and dispose of them safely.” \nDangers\, implications of waste fires \nOften difficult to extinguish\, requiring multiple fire rescue services resources for long periods of time. The impact of these fires may be short term or long-term including. \n\nPublic health impacts on responders and communities\nThe public being evacuated or sheltering in place.\nEnvironmental impacts\nPollution of surface and groundwater\nRoad closures\nHigh demand on fire and rescue services and other agency resources\nLarge-scale financial losses and disruption\n\nAutomatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) \n\nThe benefits of suppression containing/controlling these fires should not be under-estimated.\nReducing the volume of fire water run-off which in the quantities likely from FRS innervation is an environmental threat which the Environment agency takes seriously sprinkler waste fires\n\n Business Continuity \n\nThe benefits of suppression were clearly demonstrated following a similar incident involving a Biffa Waste Plant fire.\nPromoted in a video released by Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service/Biffa supporting the benefits of suppression saving the entire facility.\n\n \nLinks— \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nLFB Press release\nBAFSA Information file no 25 Fire suppression systems for the waste management industry\nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service/Biffa Promotion Video\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/wandsworth-recycling-plant-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Cleveland Factory Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Image credit Cleveland Fire Brigade \n\nFire Rescue Service; Cleveland Fire Brigade (CFB)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 14/03/2023\nTime of call; 03:42\nWhere\, Redcar & Cleveland\nType of Premises; Factory\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Sprinklers\n\nCleveland Fire Brigade have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises  sprinkler system. \nThe premises \n\nSingle storey portal frame building\nDimensions 73m² x 63m²\nManufacturing\, portfolio of materials for the footwear industry\n\nIncident \n\nAt 03:42 CFRS received a fire call\, mobilising 2 x pumping appliances.\nOn arrival crews identified a fire within plant machinery used to preheat glue which had been contained/controlled by the activation of one pendant sprinkler head located just offset to the plant machinery.\nMinimal firefighter interaction was required with only the activation of 2x dry powder extinguishers.\nSmoke/fire damage was contained to an area of 10-15m²\n25% fire damage to hot melt extrusion system\nThe cause of the fire\, suspected thermostat failure.\n\nBusiness Continuity  \nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of installing sprinklers for businesses\, it is reported that the estimated value of damage following the fire is within the region of £10\,000. The business value is undetermined but could run to several millions. Alternative arrangements are available on site with other plant machinery available therefore no significant interruption to business. \nIt should be remembered sprinkler systems: –  \n\nProtects the longevity of businesses in the long term.\nSafeguards against disastrous major financial and equipment losses\nBusinesses back up and running in a short period of time.\n\n\nContaining a potential major fire to only a minor inconvenience.\nPrevents significant damage or destruction of a building by fire.\nProtect jobs.\n\nThis incident clearly backs up the findings of the recent uk research¹ that sprinklers are. \n\n94% Efficient in their ability to operate.\n99% Efficient in Extinguishing or controlling a fire.\n\nEnvironmental Benefits \nOn a regular occurrence\, images from major fires across the country are published on social media and television\, focusing predominately on both fire appliances\, firefighters tackling to extinguish\, control the fire\, along with managing the large smoke plumes\, generated from waste fires. The incident is then soon forgotten\, old news lost in the cloud. \nHowever\, do we consider the adverse consequences on our natural environment? \n\nAir contamination from the fire/smoke plume and the impact it will have on land and water courses.\nThe impact of fire service firefighting activities\, specifically the water run-off from firefighting hoses/jets containing toxic products.\nOther environmental discharges or released from burned material.\n\n This incident clearly identifies that active fire protection systems\, specifically sprinklers should be seen as part of a holistic approach minimising fire damage as part of a greener approach from the fire sector which is often overlooked. \nLinks‑‑ \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nEfficiency and effectiveness of sprinkler systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from fire service data¹\nThink Sprinkler\, Think Environment Sustainability (Bafsa Sprinkler Focus Magazine November 2022)\nCleveland Fire Brigade\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/cleveland-factory-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:cleveland
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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SUMMARY:Farnborough Waste Recycling Centre Drencher Activation
DESCRIPTION:image credit Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service \n\nFire Rescue Service; Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 9 March 2023\nTime of call; 00:32\nWhere\, Farnborough\nOccupancy; Waste Recycling Centre\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Drencher Sprinkler System\n\nHampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have reported the following fire at a waste management and recycling centre \nIncident \n\nOn arrival crews identified that approximately 20 tonnes of household waste was alight\nContained within a single-story warehouse 32m x 37m\nThe fire had been contained/controlled by the actuation of the premises drencher Sprinkler System\nOperational crews were committed wearing breathing apparatus crews using hose reels\, jets to extinguish the fire.\nThe onsite mechanical digger which was used to turn over the burning waste.\nIt is reported that crews left the incident 03:00\n\nDangers\, implications of waste fires \nOften difficult to extinguish\, requiring multiple fire rescue services resources for long periods of time. The impact of these fires may be short term or long-term including. \n\nPublic health impacts on responders and communities\nThe public being evacuated or sheltering in place.\nEnvironmental impacts\nPollution of surface and groundwater\nRoad closures\nHigh demand on fire and rescue services and other agency resources\nLarge-scale financial losses and disruption\n\nAutomatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) \n\nThe benefits of suppression containing/controlling these fires should not be under-estimated.\nReducing the volume of fire water run-off which in the quantities likely from FRS innervation is an environmental threat which the Environment agency takes seriously sprinkler waste fires\n\n Business Continuity \n\nThe benefits of suppression were clearly demonstrated following a similar incident involving a Biffa Waste Plant fire.\nPromoted in a video released by Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service/Biffa supporting the benefits of suppression saving the entire facility.\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nBAFSA Information File No 25 Fire Suppression Systems for the waste management industry\n\nSources \n\nHampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service\nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service/Biffa Promotion Video\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/farnborough-waste-recycling-centre-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Farnborough
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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UID:10000405-1672876800-1672963199@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:North Wales Factory Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; North Wales Fire Rescue Service (NWFRS)\nWhere; Wrexham\nWhen; 5 January 2023\nType of incident; Accidental Fire\nTime of call; 08:44\nOccupancy; Industrial\nBuilding; Factory\nType of premises; Garment Recycling Factory\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Fire Sprinklers\n\nNWFRS have reported the above-mentioned fire involving a commercial conveyor belt which transports recycled materials for granulation (manufacturing process) \nIncident \n\nThe seat of the fire was identified to involve the industrial granulator\nOverheating due to friction involving the industrial rubber conveyor belt\nPremises sprinkler system activated resulting in 2 pendent sprinkler heads actuating\nContaining/controlling the fire prior to the arrival of NWFRS\n100 members of staff were evacuated with no injuries reported\nBreathing apparatus team consisting of two wearers were committed to seat of the fire\, extinguishing the fire using one hose reel jet\nFire damage contained to floor of origin consisting of\n20% Fire damage\n50% smoke damage\nThe Sprinkler System was interfaced with the fire detection and fire alarm system allowing the premises emergency plan to be implemented\n\nBenefits of the sprinkler system \n\nContained/controlled the fire\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the Fire Rescue Service crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan\nComplete search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters.\n\nBusiness Continuity \n\nThis is the second reported fire within 7 months involving the premises commercial conveyor belt clearly demonstrating the benefits of sprinklers protecting factories with commercial sprinkler system.\nPreventing a minor small fire from accelerating into a major fire\nMinor disruption reported for the business\nSevere damage\, loss of earnings and ongoing disruption to the business was avoided\n\nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nWrexham Industrial Conveyor Belt Sprinkler Activation\nNorth Wales Fire Rescue Service\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/north-wales-factory-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Wrexham
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20221029T070650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221029T070650Z
UID:10000397-1666793340-1666801920@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Thamesmead  Recyling Centre Fire
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Fire involving Internal Industrial Shredder\nWhen; 26 October 2022\nTime of incident: 14:09\nTime of stop: 16:32\nWhere\, Thamesmead\, Nathan Way\nUse of premises; Recycling Centre\nFixed installation; Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS)\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident involving an industrial shredder. \nThe Incident  \n\nFour pumping appliances were mobilised  requiring 20 firefighters\nOn arrival crews identified that the fire involved the premises industrial shredder\nThe sprinkler system activated containing/controlling the fire\n\nOutcome \n\nMinimal disruption to business\nReducing damages\, costs to business and the economy as a whole\n\nKey message; As part of a holistic approach Automatic Fire Suppression Systems have been proven to be one of the most effective active fire protection measures containing/controlling these types of fires preventing large costly fires developin \nNational Fire Chiefs Council/Environment Agency \n\n The National Fire Chiefs Council\, recommends that sprinklers are provided in facilities providing waste management and recycling. There is growing evidence that sprinklers are highly effective in controlling fires in these establishments. Uncontrolled fires in waste and recycling facilities are often prolonged\, extremely resource intensive for fire and rescue services and partner authorities. They are also commonly disruptive to local communities and to travel infrastructure.\n\n The Environment Agency (EA) Fire Prevention plans (FPP) \n\nDid you know that EA requires FPP to be submitted with all permit variations and new permit applications (at application stage) for sites that store combustible waste. The FPP needs to be approved by the EA before a permit is granted.\nA fire prevention plan (FPP) is a standalone management system that details the prevention measures and procedures as well as mitigation methods in place to protect against fire whilst carrying out day to day operations on a site.\nA requirement for the FPP is that\, if you store waste in a building \, you must install a fire suppression system. This system should be proportionate to the nature and scale of waste management activities completed and the associated risks.\n\n Since the launch of the sprinkler saves website 7 previous incidents have been reported \n\nFareham Solid recovered fuel facility\nBristol Recycling Centre Centre\nShropshire Recycling Centre\nLondon Recycling Centre\nEnfield Recycling facility \nRufforth Recycling facility\nManchester Waste Site/recycling facility\n\nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/2022\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkle Association\, Information file\, Fire Suppression Systems for the Waste Management Industry
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/thamesmead-recyling-centre-fire/
LOCATION:thamesmead
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221026T022600
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221026T050400
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20230209T231105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T231105Z
UID:10000412-1666751160-1666760640@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Derbyshire Industrial Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 26 October 2022\nTime of call; 02:26\nTime of Stop; 05:04\nWhere; Tibshelf\nUse of premises; Industrial\nFixed installation; Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS)\n\nDFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system  \n The incident  \n\nDFRS were called to a ground floor fire located in the industrial press machine\nInvolving the attendance of three fire pumping appliances\nOn arrival operational crews established that the fire had been extinguished by the actuation of the sprinkler system\, member of staff using a fire extinguisher\nOperational crews checked for hot spots using a thermal image camera\nEnquires are ongoing to establish the cause of the fire\nFire damage at time of stop 5m²\nPremises emergency plan implemented resulting in 20 staff members evacuating the premises\n\nBusiness Continuity  \nThe benefits of sprinklers for industrial businesses should not be underestimated\, this incident clearly demonstrates \n\nPreventing a minor small fire from accelerating into a major fire\nMinor disruption reported for the business\nSevere damage\, loss of earnings and ongoing disruption to the business was avoided\nIf sprinklers were not fitted the outcome of the fire could have resulted in the buildings unit being either completely or partially destroyed\n\nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler saves Annual Review 2021/22\nBAFSA\, Fire Data reports\, provide a detailed analysis of compound data1 on fire incidents in Great Britain where sprinklers systems were reported over the period of 2018/19 to 2020/21.\nDFRS Website video promoting sprinklers
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/derbyshire-industrial-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:tibshelf
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20221029T062635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T155705Z
UID:10000396-1666742400-1666828799@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:ALFRETON INDUSTRIAL SPRINKLER ACTIVATION
DESCRIPTION:image credit A&F Sprinklers \n\nIncident; Fire involving aluminium extrusion machinery\nWhen; 26 October 2022\nTime of incident: 14:00\nWhere\, Derbyshire\nUse of premises; Industrial\nFixed installation; Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS)\n\nA&F Sprinklers have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises sprinkler system \nBackground \n\n Aluminium extrusion is widely used in construction\, automobile and aircraft sector\, industrial machinery\, and consumer goods. Since the extrusion process is a thermal process there are many sources of ignition.\n\nThe incident \n\nIt is reported that a fire occurred within the warehouse facility above the aluminium extrusion machinery activating 1x Sprinkler head which contained\, controlled\, and extinguished the fire.\nAllowing the installation to be safely isolated following the fire by the site engineer manager.\n\nBusiness Continuity Management (BCM) \n\nIn-house protocols were in place allowing the system to be reinstated following the incident with the replacement of the sprinkler head (Tyco TY5131) system recharged within 4 hours of the incident.\nEvery business is at risk of disruption from a variety of threats\, as well as fire\, these threats can include flood\, loss of power or even loss of staff. 80% of businesses (without a business continuity plan) that are exposed by a major incident either never re-open or close within 18 months. Almost 1in 5 businesses suffer disruption every year\nThe importance of BCM as a holistic approach that provides a framework for building organizational resilience protecting valuable assets from fire or can significantly mitigate the effects that a fire has upon assets to achieve business continuity clearly demonstrated following this incident.\nCareful consideration by management to understand the importance/role of fixed fire installations installed in their premises\, the outcome of which will allow potential threats to be identified and addressed.\n  \nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/2022
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/alfreton-industrial-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Alfreton
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220814T225900
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220814T225900
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220829T202043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T065854Z
UID:10000390-1660517940-1660517940@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fareham Solid Recovered Fuel Facility Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Hampshire & Isle of wight\nIncident; fire involving\, Machine plant within building 80m X 60m\nWhen; 14 August 2022\nTime of call; 10:59\nWhere\, Warren Farm\, Fareham\nUse of premises; Solid Recovered Fuel\, Recycling\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Sprinkler\n\nHampshire & Isle of wight fire and rescue service have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises industrial sprinkler system \nBackground \n\nThe solid recovered fuel facility handling bulky materials from the household waste. recycling centre network that currently goes to landfill\, as well as commercial waste.\nWhich is too large for kerbside collections or to be delivered to energy recovery facilities\nThe site contains a combination of mechanical equipment including a trommel\, belt magnet\, air separator\, allowing a range of products for recycling and recovery so landfill is avoided.\n\nIncident \n\n3 x Pump fire with pumping appliances\, 1x Water carrier\, 1x Environmental protection unit attending from local stations including Fareham\, Portchester and Cosham\nFire within a plant bailing machine involving waste materials on conveyor belt\nIndustrial sprinkler system activated\nIncident was handed over to site management at 13:48 hours\n\nSprinkler system \n\nWater supply\, town mains\nContained/controlled the fire\, before the arrival of the fire rescue service\n2X Fire Sprinkler heads actuated\n\n Benefits of the sprinkler system  \n\nRapidly reduced the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire service crucial time to implement their operational tactical plan\nFire damage was limited to the area in the vicinity of the seat of the fire\n\n Firefighting media \n\nOn arrival operational crews wearing breathing apparatus used hose reel\, jet to extinguish the fire before ventilating the building using ventilation fans to clear the smoke\n\nBusiness Continuity \n\nThis incident clearly demonstrates the importance of protecting waste\, recycling centres with automatic fire suppression systems\nPreventing a minor small fire from accelerating into a major fire with only minor disruption o the facility\nBusiness interruption\, less than 3 hours a previous incident on site took over 7 hours to extinguish requiring the attendance of 6 pumping appliances\, 3 water carriers sprinklers were not present \nSevere damage\, loss of earnings and ongoing disruption to the business was avoided\nIf sprinklers were not fitted the outcome of the fire could have resulted in the buildings unit being either completely or partially destroyed\n\nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, Fire Data reports\, provide a detailed analysis of compound data1 on fire incidents in Great Britain where sprinklers systems were reported over the period of 2018/19 to 2020/21.\nHampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service; Incident of interest report
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/fareham-solid-recovered-fuel-facility-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Fareham
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220726T130200
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220726T130200
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220728T190746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T190747Z
UID:10000380-1658840520-1658840520@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Distribution Centre Sprinkler Activation Widness
DESCRIPTION:Image courtesy of Hall & Kay Fire Engineering \n\nFire Rescue Service; Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service\nIncident; Articulated trailer lorry fire\nWhen; 26 July 2022\nTime of call; 13:02\nWhere\, Desoto Road\, Widnes\nOccupancy; Distribution Centre\nType of premises; Warehouse\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Fire Sprinklers\n\nHall & Key Engineering have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system \nIncident \n\n5 x Pump fire with pumping appliances attending from Widnes\, Runcorn\, Penketh and Warrington\nChiller trailer section of an articulated lorry caught light\, causing superficial fire damage to one of the loading bays with smoke from the fire spreading within the premises.\nThe emergency plan was implemented\, with no injuries reported\nFirefighters wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using main jets/hose reels\nTo prevent the fire spreading within the premises operational crews repositioned the trailer away from the façade of the warehouse\nHigh pressure fan assisted in clearing the smoke from the incident.\n\nSprinkler System \n\nThe premises loading bays were protected by a sprinkler system which successfully activated\n3x Sprinkler heads actuated containing/controlling the fire preventing the fire from spreading within to the premises\n\nBenefits of the premises sprinkler system \n\nContained/controlled the fire from spreading to the façade of the premises\, preventing internal fire spread within the building\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire service crucial time to implement their operational tactical plan\nAllowing firefighters in carrying out search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters.\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained\n\nBusiness Continuity \n\nThis incident clearly demonstrates the importance of protecting warehouse loading bays with commercial sprinkler systems.\nPreventing a minor small fire from accelerating into a major fire with only minor disruption to the business\nFirefighters were able to leave the scene around 16:30\n\nConclusion  \n\nThese incidents are becoming more frequent involving tractor units catching light\nThe potential high fire loading of these units cannot be discounted\nThe importance of risk assessing at the design stage for fire sprinkler coverage in these locations cannot be underestimated\n\nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service Press Release\nSprinkler Saves Milton Keynes Warehouse fire
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/distribution-centre-sprinkler-activation-widness/
LOCATION:Widnes
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220717
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220720T084111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T155808Z
UID:10000378-1657929600-1658015999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Milton Keynes Industrial Unit Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Screen Recording 2022-07-20 at 09.32.03 \ncredit for videoSome Random Name)@SwayzeGains \n\nFire Rescue Service; Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS)\nDate of Incident: 16 July 2022\nWhere\, Milton Keynes\, Bransworth Avenue\, Brinklow\nOccupancy: Warehouse\nLocation of fire; External trailer unit spreading to the primary building\nWhen; 16 July 2022\nTime of Call; 07:31\nTime of Stop;\nAFSS; Sprinklers\n\nBFRS\, MK Citizen have both reported the following fire involving a warehouse distribution centre \nBackground \n\nOpened March 1993\nWaitrose regional distribution centre\n300m x 100m\nWarehouse large enough to accommodate fire football pitches\nIndustrial sprinkler system\n\nIncident  \n\n8 x pump fire with fire pumping appliances\,1 x aerial ladder platform attending from multiple fire stations including Broughton\, Bedfordshire\, Newport Pagnell\, Aylesbury\, Northamptonshire and Deddington.\nThe seat of the fire was established to be an external trailer tractor unit\nThe intensity of the fire resulted in the fire spreading to four additional tractor units\, façade elevation of one side of the warehouse\nThe cause of the fire is under investigation\n\nSprinkler System \n\nThe intensity of the fire caused extensive damage to the facade of the building\, resulting in excessive heat of the fire activating a number of sprinklers within the building.\n\nBenefits of a Commercial Sprinkler System within a industrial premises such as a Warehouse \n\nExternal fires which spread to a external facade e contained/controlled preventing internal fire spread within the premises\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke within the premises allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement their operational tactical plan\nAllowing firefighters in carrying out search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters.\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained\n\nFire Damage  \n\nIn total 5 tractor units 100% damaged by fire\nExtensive fire damage to 4 loading bay areas\nThe façade of the warehouse above the 4 loading bays damaged by fire warehouse\n\n Conclusion  \n\nThese incidents are becoming more frequent involving tractor units catching light\, due to their proximity adjacent to the building loading bays.\nThe potential high fire loading off these tractor units cannot be discounted in fire making  spread to the primary building  very likely.\nThe importance of risk assessing at the design stage for fire sprinkler coverage in these locations cannot be under estimated\nInterrogating LFB incidents\, The Sainsbury’s Warehouse depot in London\, Charlton has sustained two similar fires in the space of 6 years\n\nSimilar Incidents \n\n2015\, 6 lorries\, 100% damaged by fire\, fire damage sustained to the façade of the building.\n\nThe subsequent press release of the LFB clearly demonstrated the positive outcome of the sprinkler system actuating to contain/control the fire \nDeputy Assistant Commissioner Mark Andrews at the time said: “There is absolutely no doubt that in this case the sprinkler system\, along with the quick actions of our crews\, prevented a much more serious fire from spreading any further into the depot and causing potentially millions of pounds worth of damage to both the building and stock inside. \n \nImage credit LFB\, Twitter \n“This incident highlights the clear benefits of sprinklers to businesses\, and we would urge all companies to install them. As well as being potentially lifesaving devices\, sprinklers and other fire suppression systems help with business continuity by minimising disruption and allowing businesses to get back to normal as soon as possible.” \n\nThe second incident took place in 2021 involving 2 lorries\, 100% damaged by fire\, with further fire damage sustained to the façade of the building\n\n \nImage credit LFB\, Twitter \nThis incident clearly identifies once again the benefits of installing sprinklers in warehouses\, The inclusion of a sprinkler system for property protection can: – \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses\,\nPrevent a potential major fire\, turning it into a minor incident\nPrevent a business from going out of business\n\nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nMKCitizen feature\, image of incident\nBFRS press release\nLFB Press release Call for businesses to follow Sainsburys sprinkler lead after depot fire\n\nThis incident clearly identifies the importance of installing sprinklers in large warehouses which are now a common site throughout the country
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/milton-keynes-industrial-unit-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Milton Keynes
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220713T084300
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220713T084300
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220802T202343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T202419Z
UID:10000381-1657701780-1657701780@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wrexham Industrial Conveyor Belt Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; North Wales Fire & Rescue (NWFRS)\nWhere\, Wrexham Industrial Estate\nWhen; 13 July 2022\nIncident type; Fire\nTime of Call; 08:43\nOccupancy: Industrial\nBuilding; Warehouse\nLocation of fire; Conveyor belt\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers\n\nNWFRS have reported the above-mentioned fire involving a commercial conveyor belt which transports recycled materials for granulation (manufacturing process) \nIncident  \n\n2 x Rescue pump Ladders were mobilised to the incident\nThe seat of the fire was located to involve the industrial rubber   conveyor belt\nFire damage was confined to the conveyor bearings\nIgnition source\, friction\n\n Sprinkler System \n\nThe fire was contained/controlled preventing fire spread within the building due to the activation of the commercial sprinkler system\,\nSix pendant nozzle heads actuated\nWater supply suction tank/pump\nPremises sprinkler coverage\, 90%\n\nBenefits of the Commercial Sprinkler System \n\nInternal fire spread within the building contained/controlled\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the Officer in Charge crucial time allowing the operational tactical plan to be implemented\nAllowing firefighters in carrying out search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters.\n\nFirefighting media/equipment used \n\n2 sets of breathing apparatus\nOne hose reel\nA thermal imaging camera\n\n Business Continuity \n\nBusiness interruption was reduced to 2 days clearly demonstrating that a relatively minor incident didn’t result in a major fire.\n\n Benefits of installing sprinklers for property protection can: – \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses\,\nPrevent a potential major fire\, turning it into a minor incident\nPrevent a business from going out of business\n\nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Incident Data Report 3 Sprinkler Impact\nNWFRS
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/wrexham-industrial-conveyor-belt-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Wrexham
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220707
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20221015T165537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T165537Z
UID:10000392-1657065600-1657151999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bristol Recycling Centre Suppression Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Avon\nIncident; lithium battery recycling centre fire\nWhen; July 2022\nWhere\, Bristol\, Albert Road Depot\nUse of premises; Recycling Centre\nBespoke Automatic Fire Suppression System\n\nBristol Waste have released the above-mentioned video/press release 14 October 2022 identifying the benefits of suppression following a fire involving a lithium battery  \nBackground \n\nFires involving lithium batteries are becoming more common in recycling centres due to batteries or electricals containing batteries not separated correctly by residents at point of collection. The outcome crushed as part of the waste and recycling process resulting in fires\n\n\nIncident \n\nLithium battery crushed as part of the recycling process\nCausing it to explode catch light sending debris into the air\nSecondary explosion takes place\nFire spreads to the bales on the conveyor belt\nFire suppression system activates containing/controlling the fire\n\n\n Benefits of the sprinkler system  \n\nRapidly reduced the rate of production of heat and smoke controlling the fire prior to the arrival of the fire and rescue service\n\n Business Continuity \n\nThis incident clearly demonstrates the importance of protecting plant/machinery in the waste/recycling sector with Automatic fire suppression systems\nThe dangers if batteries\, or electrical items\, are not properly separated as part of the waste and recycling process\n\nCraig Powell\, Contract manager\, processing for Bristol Waste who was onsite when the fire in the film broke out said: \n “We heard the explosion\, which is when you see the debris fly in the air\, within seconds there were flames. We we’re lucky with this one; the fire systems we have in place ensured it was controlled before it became too big. However\, these types of fires\, if we were on a residential street\, could cause untold damage. \n“People think because they are empty or flat\, cannisters and batteries are safe\, but they act like little bombs\, which are surrounded by dry flammable recycling – it’s really dangerous. But keeping us all safe is simple\, just separate your batteries and places them in a clear\, untied bag in your black recycling box\, and take cannisters to the recycling centre.” \nArticle Source/video – Credit Bristol Waste Company \nLinks \n\nBAFSA Information File; Fire Suppression Systems for the Waste Management Industry\nBristol Waste Company press release\nAvon Fire Rescue Service\nITV news
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/bristol-recycling-centre-suppression-activation/
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220601T180400
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220601T190800
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220609T201449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T183047Z
UID:10000364-1654106640-1654110480@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Shropshire Recycling Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS)\nSFRS Resources; Eight Pumping Appliances\nDate of incident; 1 June 2022\nLocation; VeoliaBridgnorth\nPurpose group; Industrial Premises Recycling\nUse of property; Recycling Plant Paper\nTime of call; 18:04\nTime of stop; 19:08\nIncident; Fire\nLocation of Incident; Ground floor\, Recycling Wastepaper Bay\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS)\n150nb Dry sprinkler system installation\nSprinklers – 2 heads operated – K115 – 141deg\, Standard Response\, Upright\nDensity / Area design – 20.4mm/minm2 over 300m2\nHeight 9m.\n\n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nImage credit SRFS \n  \nThe Shropshire Star have reported the above-mentioned incident that clearly identifies the benefits of installing a commercial sprinkler system to meet the objectives of a ¹fire prevention plan. \n\nMinimising the likelihood of a fire happening\nAim for a fire to be extinguished within 4 hours\nMinimise the spread of fire within the site and to neighbouring sites\n\nThese types of incidents \n\nAre difficult to contain/control and extinguish\nRequire large amount of fire rescue service resources for long periods\nSerious impact on public health\, the safety of firefighters and local communities\n\nThe Incident \n\nOn arrival operational crews identified a fire within the recycling wastepaper bay involving 20 tonnes of wastepaper\nThe sprinkler system activated containing/controlling the fire\nThe fire was extinguished by crews wearing breathing apparatus using a hose reel jet\n\nOutcome \n\nMinimal disruption to business\nSFRS Stop message was sent 64 mins from time of call\nMajor fire prevented\nReducing damages\, costs to business and the economy as a whole\n\n Key message  \nAs part of a holistic approach Automatic Fire Suppression Systems have been proven to be one of the most effective active fire protection measures containing/controlling these types of fires preventing large costly fires developing. \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkle Association\, Information file\, Fire Suppression Systems for the Waste Management Industry\nShropshire Star\nSFRS press release\n\nSource\, article \n\nShropshire Star\nPress release Shropshire Fire & Rescue
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/shropshire-recycling-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Bridgnorth
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220505T212200
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220505T223000
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220510T191523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T191523Z
UID:10000356-1651785720-1651789800@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Carlisle Factory Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service (CFRS)\nDate of incident; 5 May 2022\nLocation; Carlisle\nPurpose group; Single story factory\nTime of call 21:22\nIncident; Fire\nLocation of Incident Curing Department conveyor belt production line\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinklers\n\nCFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident that clearly identifies the benefits of installing a bespoke commercial sprinkler system as part of a holistic approach to protect business from the impact of a premises fire. \nThe Incident \nFollowing the activation of the premises fire alarm system\, it was identified that an overheated bearing in the conveyor had caught light\, creating a series of knock-on events\, \n\n1x sprinkler head activated\nPremises conveyor belt automatically shut down\nThe activation of a set of fire doors on the conveyor production line preventing fire spread from the compartment of origin\n\nOutcome \n\nFire contained/extinguished prior to the arrival of CFRS\nFire service intervention minimal\nAttendance of only 2 pumping appliances\, crews checking for hot spots only\nImpact on business disruption minimal\nEstimated value of damage less than £10\,000\nEnvironmental impact minimal\n\nSprinkler system \n\n1X pendent head actuated\nWater supply\, private bore hole and reservoir\n\nBusiness continuity \nIs paramount\, following any fire\, you must ask yourself what the financial impact of the lost building is\, its contents\, the business disruption and jobs and the cost to the environment. Specifically in the light of the recent climate meeting in Glasgow. \nOn this occasion\, \n\nImpact on business was minimal with the production line shut for only 8 hours\,\nThe sprinkler system reinstated\, checked and serviced at 04:30 hours.\nyour attention is drawn to the article by Tom Roche Secretary of the business sprinkler alliance\, “when a building burns down what is the cost to the environment” see link below\n\nYou have to ask the question what would the outcome of been if sprinklers had not been installed? \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkle Association\nInformation file\, BIF 26 Sprinklers\, and the insurance industry  \nCFRS\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance\nTom Roche Secretary of the business sprinkler alliance\, “when a building burns down what is the cost to the environment’
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/carlisle-factory-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:carlisle\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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UID:10000371-1650587040-1650634440@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Newport Industrial Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS)\nDate of incident; 22 April 2022\nTime of call; 00:24\nLocation; Newport\nPurpose group; Industrial Processing\nIncident; Fire\nLocation of Incident; Ground floor process room\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS); Sprinkler System\n\nThe Incident \n\nSWFRS have reported the above-mentioned fire involving the mobilisation of three pumping appliances\, involving an electrical appliance\nThe fire was contained/controlled by the actuation of one fire sprinkler head with minimal fire damage reported in the vicinity of the incident\n\nBusiness Continuity  \n\nMajor fire avoided preventing major disruption in the wider community\nBusiness impact minimal preventing financial and equipment losses\nMinor interruption to the day to day running of the business\n\nEnvironmental Benefits of Sprinklers \n\nC02 emissions dramatically reduced\nReducing excess water used by the FRS\, eliminating water supply contamination\nMaterials and resources required to repair and rebuild the premises not required reducing CO2 emissions\n\nWhen you compare this incident to a major industrial fire reported by the Business Sprinkler Alliance involving a laundry business where SPRINKLERS WERE NOT FITTED the devastating impact of fire on businesses can clearly be identified. \n\nFire Rescue Service Resources required; 12 fire pumping appliances\, 2 Aerial Appliances over 60 firefighters\nWarehouse destroyed by the fire\nMajor business disruption\, requiring temporary site\n\nIf fire sprinklers had been installed\, the outcome could have been so much different………. \nFurther links \n\nBAFSA Sprinkler Saves Review 2021/22\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance\, Ross-On-Wye Laundry Destroyed in Massive Fire\nSouth Wales Fire and Rescue Service press release sprinkler awareness week
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/newport-industrial-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Newport
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220315T134100
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UID:10000359-1647339360-1647351660@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Recycling Warehouse Sprinkler Activation London
DESCRIPTION:Recycling Warehouse Sprinkler Activation London  \n\nFire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nEight pump fire\nDate of incident; 15 March 2022\nLocation; Crayford\nPurpose group; Warehouse\nTime of call; 10:16\nTime of stop; 13:41\nIncident; Fire\nLocation of Incident; Conveyor belt/hopper\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS); Deluge System\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident that clearly identifies the benefits of installing a bespoke  AFSS as part of a holistic approach to protect business from the impact of a industrial fire. \nThe Incident \n\nOn arrival operational crews identified a fire within a single-story recycling centre\nThe conveyor belt and the hopper of a 20-tonne industrial paper shredder was alight\n20 people had left the building before the arrival of the brigade.\nThe AFSS actuated where it was identified it was having limited impact containing/controlling the fire\nThe premises deluge system was therefore manually operated to actuate\,  flooding the area with water to prevent the fire from spreading\n\nOutcome \n\n10% of the conveyor belt/hopper were damaged by fir\nFire was likely accidental\nBattery discarded amongst paper to be recycled\nAFSS contained/controlled the fire\n\nBusiness continuity \nThe response time is critical when protecting critical expensive plant/machinery or high-risk areas from fire\, the quicker the fire can be detected and extinguished\, it will: – \n\nReduce to damage to machinery\, plant and property\nProduction loss kept to a minimum\nSafety of staff reinforced\nReduce the effect of fire on the environment\n\nYou have to ask the question what would the outcome of been if suppression had not been installed? \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkle Association\, Information file BIF 5 Warehouses\nLFB\, press release\n\nSource \n\nLFB Press release\, information supplied by LFB
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/recycling-warehouse-sprinkler-activation-london/
LOCATION:Crayford
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T115100
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T080649
CREATED:20220207T112409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T112713Z
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SUMMARY:Cheshire Factory Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service\nDate of incident; 27 January 2022\nTime of call; 11:51\nLocation of Incident; Road Four Winsford\nPurpose group; Factory\nSuppression System; Sprinklers\n\n  \nCheshire Fire and Rescue Service have reported the following incident involving a macerator. \nTwo fire appliances from Winsford and Northwich were mobilised\, on their arrival\, crews wearing breathing apparatus discovered that the premises Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) had operated containing the fire\, Involving a piece of machinery. \nBusiness Continuity  \nThis incident clearly identifies once again the benefits of AFSS for premises large or small\, preventing major financial and equipment losses for UK businesses. It should be noted that fires within commercial/industrial settings which are not protected by AFSS destroy businesses on a regular basis. On numerous occasions businesses \nDo not recover\, having a major impact to their clients\, suppliers and their reputation \nDid you know \n\nFire data on fire incidents involving industrial type premises reported in Great Britain for the period of 2018/19 to 2020/21\, identified 379 fires where sprinklers were fitted.\nThe Business Sprinkler Alliance\, completed a report focusing on  the financial and economic value of the damage and disruption caused by fires in commercial warehouse premises located in England & Wales which are not fitted with automatic fire sprinkler systems (AFSS).\n\n  \nLinks\, further reading \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, \n\nYearbook 2021/22: The development of the UK Sprinkler Rules\, Dale Kinnersley Fire Protection Association \n\nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBusiness Sprinkler Alliance \nThe financial and economic impact of warehouse fires\, An evidence-based assessment of the direct and indirect economic impacts in England and Wales of fires in warehouse buildings without automatic fire sprinkler systems (AFSS) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n                                  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/cheshire-factory-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Winsford
CATEGORIES:Industrial
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