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SUMMARY:Two London Fires\, Two Different Outcomes\, Deptford Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Two London Fires\, Two Different Outcomes\nDeptford\, Electrical Consumer Unit High Rise Fire\nActivation of the Residential Sprinkler System\n\n\nFire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nLFB Resources; Five pumping appliances\nDate of incident; 16 March 2022\nLocation; Deptford\nPurpose group: Purpose built flat\, 10 or more storeys\nUse of property; Residential flat\nTime of call; 11:46\nTime of stop; 13:14\nIncident; Fire\,\nLocation of Incident; Hallway\, storage cupboard\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS); Residential sprinkler system\n\n  \nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident involving an electrical consumer unit that clearly identifies the benefits of installing a residential premises in a high-rise residential block.\, as the premises is over 30m in height\, sprinklers were required to be installed to comply with ¹building regulations \nThe Incident \n\nOn arrival operational crews identified a fire within a five-roomed flat storage cupboard con the fifth floor of a 12-storey block of flats\nOne sprinkler head actuated located within the storage cupboard\n\nOutcome \n\nFire\, controlled/contained prior to the arrival of operational crews by the actuation of one sprinkler head\nThe electricity supply was isolated\, crews checked for further fire spread behind the stud partition wall.\nNo injuries reported\nIncident closed in less than 90mins\n\nCause of the fire  \n\nAccidental caused by resistive heating in an electrical consumer unit\n\nWhen you turn the clock back to the 7 May 2021\, LFB attended a similar fire at NEW PROVIDENCE WHARF a fire WITHOUT FIRE SPRINKLERS involving an electrical consumer unit. \n The outcome however was far different  \n\nLocation; Tower Hamlets\nPurpose group: Purpose built flat\, 10 or more storeys\, circa 2005\nUse of property; Residential flat\nTime of call; 08:54\nIncident; Fire\nLocation of Incident.\n\n\nFlat on the Eighth floor.\nstorage cupboard which contained the electrical consumer unit\n\n\nCause of fire; electrical fault potentially relating to a timer switch within the consumer unit \n\nSummary \n\nFire spread to the exterior of the building affecting balconies directly above on the 9th\, 10th and 11th floor\nACM cladding on 8th and 9th floors involved\nFlat of origin 80% damaged by fire\n67 residents’ self-evacuated prior to arrival of the FRS\nIncident escalated toa 20 pump fire\nMajor incident declared mass evacuation of the block implemented\nFire fighters committed wearing Breathing Apparatus\nFirefighting resources; 6 jets\, one aerial monitor\, Drone team\n22 smoke hoods used to rescue residents\nLFB rescues 34 residents\n\nSprinkler System \n\nThe most obvious solution would have been the installation of a sprinkler system\nAs the fire started within the flat and spread to the exterior of the building spreading vertically effecting balconies above.\nThe fire would have been contained/controlled or even extinguished before the arrival of firefighters\nDelaying or preventing the fire to exit the building\n\nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkle Association\, Incident data report number 1/2 focusing on sprinklers in high rise purpose built block of flats\nLFB\, press release\nLFB\, New Providence Wharf Fire Report\n\n  \n  \n \nSource\, article \n\nLFB Press release\, information supplied by LFB\n\n¹The installation of fire sprinklers has been a requirement on new residential buildings above 30 metres in height since 2007. This trigger height has now been reduced to 11 meters taking effect on 26 November 2020
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/electrical-consumer-unit-high-rise-fire-two-london-fires-two-different-outcomes/
LOCATION:Deptford\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220228T013000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220301T210836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T211057Z
UID:10000347-1646011800-1646067600@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chester High Rise Electric Bike Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Cheshire\nDate of incident; 28 February 2022\nTime of incident; 01:30\nLocation; Chester\, Glyn Garth\nOccupancy; 13 storey blocks of flats\nHousing Provider; Sanctuary Housing\nLocation of incident; Flat\, lounge\nIgnition source; electrical\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System\, BS9251:2014\nRetrofitted\n\n  \nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service (CFRS) have reported the above-mentioned incident involving a Ebike which caught light due to an electrical charging fault. \n  \nThe premises Automatic Fire Suppression System immediately operated with the activation of 1 sprinkler head extinguishing the fire\, operational crews attended from Chester\, Powey Lane fire stations\nThe resident was asleep in the property at the time of the incident but due to the activation of  the sprinkler system no injuries were reported\n  \n\nThis incident clearly reinforces the decision by Sanctuary Housing\, the uk’s largest housing to retrofit sprinklers in all their high-rise residential buildings providing a further layer of safety from fire for all their residents\nLondon Fire Brigade\, Fire Investigators have issued an urgent warning over fires involving e-bike batteries encouraging people who use these products to be aware of the risks\nFrom July 2021\, LFB have attended more than 25 fires involving electric bikes or scooters\, resulting in significant incidents\, serious injuries\nThe danger of ebike fires should not be underestimated\, the outcome of this incident could have been so much different if it was not for the premises sprinkler system.\n\nSprinkler systems; \n\nSave lives\nProtect property\nProvide an extra layer of safety for both residents/firefighters\nReduce carbon\, clear benefits for the environment\n\nThe risk of e-bike fires is a relatively new fire risk being brought into our homes\, dwellings. It is therefore paramount that consideration is given for sprinkler coverage to include bike stores for residential buildings \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Feature; What if\, two fires\, one day\, two different outcomes\nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service\nLondon Fire Brigade press release Urgent warning over fires involving e-bike batteries
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/chester-high-rise-electric-bike-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Chester
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220218
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220221T183231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T183231Z
UID:10000272-1645056000-1645142399@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bedford Chip Pan Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:                           \n  \n                  \n  \nThe above images clearly show the benefits of sprinklers following the chip pan fire specifically; \n\nNo visible fire damage\nMinimal smoke damage\n\nActivated sidewall sprinkler head clearly visible\, replaced following the attendance of the sprinkler contractor within two hours of incident reported \nImages credit BMSprinklers \n\nDate Of Incident; 17 February 2022\nTime of Call; 11:00 pm\nFire Rescue Service; Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service\nLocation; Bedford\nOccupancy; 14 Storey\, residential block of flats (Retirement Housing)\nHousing provider; BPHA\, Social Housing Association\nNumber of flats 112\nLocation of fire; Kitchen\, first floor\nType of fire; Chip pan fire\nRetrofitted\, Automatic Fire Suppression System\n\nCredit to BMSprinklers for reporting the above-mentioned incident involving a chip pan fire \nOutcome of incident \n\nActivation\, 1x concealed sidewall sprinkler head which extinguished the fire\nNo injuries were reported.\nSprinkler alarm\, transmitted to an alarm receiving centre allowing the local fire rescue service to be mobilised\nThe sprinkler system was reinstated the following day within 2 hours of being reported\, however due to the design of the system\, provision of an isolation valve for each individual flat\, it allowed the system to stay live for the remaining flats\n\nThe incident clearly demonstrates the benefits of sprinklers. \n\nFire confined to compartment of origin\nFlash over prevented\nSafety of fire crews reinforced\nCarbon emissions reduced\n\nSprinkler Installation \n\nInstalled to BS9251:2014 (Retrofitted)\nCoverage\, residential flats only\nWater Supply; Dedicated pump\, shared water supply with a dedicated riser\nFlats fitted with their own dedicated Isolation valve. (Location\, common ways riser cupboard)\n\nBPHA \n\nA social housing association based in Bedford\, should be applauded for their decision to retrofit sprinklers in all their high-rise blocks as part of a programme of works to ensure their high-rise blocks meet the highest standards of fire safety.\n\nComments \n\nThis incident confirms once again the benefit of sprinklers for domestic/residential property fires involving chip pan fires.\nReinforced following fire trials completed by the Fire Protection Association on behalf for the Department of communities and local government.\nConfirming that sprinklers will prevent destructive cooking fires involving deep fat frying with a standard residential sprinkler head operating at 49 litres/minute.\nTherefore\, any system installed to BS9251 will have the same outcome\, subject to the distance of the sprinkler head from the cooking hob and the height of the ceiling\nFire statistical data collated from incidents attended by fire and rescue service involving dwellings for the financial year 2019/20\, 1494 incidents took place involving chip pan fires\n\n  \nPrevious recorded saves involving chip pan incidents \n\nLincoln 7 August 2021\nFlint 3 June 2021\nTonypandy 29 December 2021\n\nLinks \n\nBAFSA; Domestic sprinkler extinguishing chip pan fire video\nFire statistical data collated from incidents attended by fire and rescue service involving dwellings for the financial year 2019/20\nBedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service\nBMSprinklers\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/bedford-chip-pan-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Bedford
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T234400
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220128T001700
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220128T221324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T222240Z
UID:10000261-1643327040-1643329020@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Newport High Rise Bin Store Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; South Wales Fire & Rescue Service\nDate of Incident; 27 January 2022\nTime of incident 22:43\nLocation Newport\nGreen Wood Tower block\nOccupancy; Residential High-Rise block\nLocation of fire; Refuse container located beneath the premises rubbish chute\n\nRSP Fire Sprinkler Systems have reported the above-mentioned incident involving the activation of one sprinkler head which successfully extinguished the fire involving a bin store. \nReinstatement of the system following activation\, maintenance is paramount for the safety of the residents a key area that should be considered as part of the consultation process between the sprinkler contractor and client. \nFor this incident it is noted that arrangements were in place allowing the system to be reinstated within an hour of the activation providing a further layer of safety from fire for the residents. \nSouthwales Argus reported that a spokesperson for South Wales Fire and Rescue service said: “At approximately 10.43pm on Thursday\, January 27\, we received reports of a fire in St Julians\, Newport. \n“Multiple crews attended the scene and used specialist equipment to extinguish the fire. \n“The incident concluded at approximately 12.43am.” \nSonia Furzland\, Executive Director of Operations at Newport City Homes said: “Our sprinkler system did its job and put the fire out before it could spread. \n“Our colleagues who were on site last night\, will continue to support South Wales Fire and Rescue Service to investigate the cause of the fire and reduce the risk of this happening again. \n“Working on the advice of our partners at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service\, we installed sprinklers in flats and communal areas in our high rise buildings across the city\, including Greenwood. \nThis is the second reported sprinkler save for Newport involving a bin store\, in a high-rise residential block in the space of 6 months. The previous incident took place on the 7 August 2021. \nDid you know that fire data on fire incidents in Great Britain where sprinklers were reported for the period of 2018/19 to 2020/21\, identify- \n\nRefuse stores account for the highest number of incidents where sprinklers are recorded as being present in fire incidents in purpose-built blocks of flats with 145 incidents\n\nDangers of bin store fires: – It should be noted that the outcome of a communal bin store fire 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. \nIt 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. The provision of sprinklers should always be considered where access hatches open into protected stairways or lobbies containing more than two flat entrance doors\n\nFurther links \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association; Year book 2021/22\, Making AFSS the norm\, not the exception \nSouth Wales Fire and Rescue Service\nSouthwales Argus
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/newport-high-rise-bin-store-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Newport
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220204T221452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220205T114414Z
UID:10000267-1643241600-1643327999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wellingborough Residential Care Home Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Image\, credit\, NFRS \n  \n \nImage Credit:;Triangle Fire Systems \n  \n\nFire& Rescue Service; Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS)\nDate of Incident; 27 January 2022\nOccupancy; Care home\nNumber of floors 3\nLocation of fire. Laundry room\nIgnition source: Industrial Tumble Dryer\nAutomatic Fire suppression System; BS9251:2014 Residential Sprinkler System\n\nNFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident involving an industrial tumble dryer which caught fire  in the  premises laundry room located on the ground floor. The fire was contained  to the room of origin by the residential sprinkler system which actuated suppressing the fire before the arrival of NFRS. \nThe benefits of business continuity clearly highlighted with no smoke or fire damage to the surroundings or in close proximity to the appliance. \nThe benefits of the sprinkler systems clearly identified for this incident: \n\nFire was suppressed\, contained to the room of origin\, preventing flash over\nThe safety of firefighters reinforced\, providing firefighters time to implement their tactical action plan\, to extinguish the fire using two hose reels\,\nStaff provided with extra time to implement the premises emergency action plan (Progressive Horizontal Evacuation) allowing residents nearest to the fire to be evacuated to a place of safety\n\nLegislation \nFollowing the tragic events of The Rosepark Care Home Fire in Uddingstom\, South Lanarkshire in 2004 that sadly killed 14 residents\, Scotland responded by making the installation of sprinklers mandatory in all new care homes. Unfortunately\, in England there is no requirement for the installation of sprinklers to protect the most vulnerable residents from fire. \nCost & Benefit \nWhy are sprinklers not installed in care homes? \nIt all comes down to one word\, cost\, expense which adds to the overall build cost\, I wonder how many projects actually complete a cost benefit report for the provision of sprinklers for a new build care home. \nHowever what clients\, care home providers do not understand is the many benefits sprinklers can bring allowing cost savings to be made in other areas with an installed sprinkler system. Including the design\, day to day operational costs of the premises. \n\nReduction in night time staff subject to the findings of the fire risk assessment\, emergency plan of the premises\nFire doorsets to bedrooms do not need to be fitted with self-closing devices.\nProtected areas may contain more than 10 beds.\nBedrooms may contain more than one bed.\n\nIf any of the variations are made\, the management procedures should take account of the larger number of residents that may need assistance\, and the need to manually close bedroom doors during sleeping hours. \nJohn Pratt\, Protection Team Lead at Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “This incident is a reminder of the importance of maintaining high standards when it comes to fire safety\, especially in a residential property housing vulnerable people\, some with limited mobility. A thorough fire safety plan and a sprinkler system will save lives\, protect property and minimise any interruption to the business.” \n“The staff at Dukes Court had obviously received thorough fire safety training and knew exactly what was required to keep their residents safe and we urge any other business owners to ensure adequate fire safety measures are in place to safeguard people and property\, and to comply with fire safety legislation.” \nNorthamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service recommend the installation of sprinkler systems in domestic\, industrial\, commercial and residential premises. \nLinks \n\nThe British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association Information file 14\, Fire Sprinkler Systems in Care Homes\nNFRS\nStrathclyde Fire & Rescue Report\, Rosepark Care Home\, An Examination of the facts
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/wellingborough-residential-care-home-sprinkler-save/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220125
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220202T175136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T083300Z
UID:10000265-1642982400-1643068799@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Derbyshire Dwelling Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nFire Rescue Service; Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS)\nLocation; Derby\nDate of Incident; January 2022\nOccupancy; Dwelling\nHousing provider; Derby Homes\nLocation of fire; Kitchen\nIgnition source; electrical\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Sprinkler System\n\n  \n\nNationwide Sprinklers have reported the above-mentioned fire involving a tumble dryer.\nOne sprinkler head actuated extinguishing the fire\, containing the fire to the compartment of origin. This clearly demonstrates the decision by Derby Homes to install sprinklers in all their new build properties.\nFire.magazine.com have reported that; DFRS has been proactively campaigning for sprinklers to be installed into all new builds and retrofitted where identified since the launch of the ‘Think Sprinkler” Campaign since January 2011.  Working with local housing providers providing match funding allowing domestic sprinklers to be fitted in the homes of those most vulnerable to fire\nDerby Homes have been fully supportive of this campaign working with DFRS committing to fitting sprinklers into all its new build properties\, retrofitting where required.\nThis approach clearly identifies the commitment/approach taken by Derby Homes to protect their tenants’ and properties from fire by the installation of sprinklers.\n\nLinks \n\nThe British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sheffield Low Rise Sprinkler Installation Major retrofit project to install sprinklers in ranch style properties in four locations in Sheffield.\nDFRS\, Think Sprinkler\, There is clear evidence that sprinklers can be effective in stopping fires spreading and putting them out\nDerby Homes\nFire magazine.com\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/derbyshire-home-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Derby
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220107T233800
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220107T233800
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220112T200841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T192603Z
UID:10000256-1641598680-1641598680@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Newcastle Apartment Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:FRS: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service\nDate of Incident 7 January 2022\nTime of call 23:38\nOccupancy: Purpose built block of flats\nLocation of fire: Kitchen \nIgnition source: Careless disposal of smoking materials\nNumber of heads actuated: 1\nResidential Sprinkler System\n\nTyne and Wear Fire Rescue Service have reported the above-mentioned incident involving the mobilisation of Three pumping appliances\, Aerial ladder platform. On arrival crews identified that the fire had been successfully suppressed by the actuation of only 1 sprinkler head keeping fire\, smoke damage to a minimum. No injuries were reported with the occupants safely evacuating the premises before operational crews arrived. \nCareless disposal of smoking materials\, identified as the cause of ignition discarded in a bin bag\, which had set fire to the waste materials within \nGroup Manager Ian Bell\, Head of Fire Safety\, said: “This incident shows how important it is to make sure cigarettes are fully extinguished and cooled before disposing of them. “It’s also as important to have a working smoke/fire alarm and if you need one fitted you can get in touch via our website and we will come fit them in your home. “Sprinklers play a major part in fire safety\, especially in residential accommodation where it can save lives and reduce the likelihood of injuries from fire and smoke. \n“Your Homes Newcastle\, who manage the property\, have committed to installing sprinklers in all new housing accommodation and are retrofitting sprinklers in other properties. “The cost for the remediation work following this fire was minimal. It also negated the need to find alternative accommodation for the occupier.” \nChronicle Live reported that David Langhorne\, Assets and Development Director at Your Homes Newcastle (YHN)\, said: “There is no doubt that having the sprinkler suppression system installed at this property has significantly reduced the impact of this fire. \n“Without the suppression system\, the flat was minutes away from being significantly damaged and the occupants’ belongings being destroyed. \n“I’d like to thank the firefighters for their professionalism and support. They liaised with YHN staff at the premises and checked over the flat to ensure the fire was fully extinguished. \nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of installing sprinklers as part of a holistic approach providing a further layer of safety from fire for residents including: – \n\nFlash over prevented\, fire contained to compartment of origin\nTenable conditions maintained allowing the occupants to safely evacuate the apartment before the arrival of the FRS\nFire suppressed\, contained before the arrival of the FRS\nNo injuries reported\nBusiness continuity\, repair costs kept to a minimum\, rehousing of the tenants avoided\n\nFurther information on sprinklers  \n\nBAFSA yearbook 2021/22 :-Pushing the government on the use of sprinklers\, Gavin Tomlinson\, National Fire Chiefs Council\nTyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service\nChronicle Live\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/newcastle-apartment-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Newcastle\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211229T020000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211230T203322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T211415Z
UID:10000344-1640743200-1640790000@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chip Pan Sprinkler Save Wales
DESCRIPTION:Image\, credit RSP Fire Sprinkler Systems \n\nFRS; South WalesFire and Rescue Service (SWFRS)\nDate of Incident; 29 December 2021\nTime of incident; 02:00\nLocation; Tonypandy\,Rhondda\nOccupancy; single private dwelling (House)\nType of incident; Chip pan fire\nLocation of fire; Kitchen\nDomestic sprinkler system\n1 x Concealed sprinkler head actuated\n\nRSP Fire Sprinkler Systems have reported the above-mentioned Incident involving a chip pan fire extinguished before the arrival of SWFRS \nOutcome of incident  \n\nFire confined to compartment of origin\nFlash over prevented\nSafety of fire crews reinforced\nCarbon emissions reduced\n\nBusiness continuity \n\nOn arrival SWFRS\, isolated the sprinkler isolation valve\nWithin one hour off call\, the sprinkler engineer was in attendance with the system recommissioned the following day\nThe outcome/benefit of this approach damage kept to a minimum\n\nComments \n\nThis incident confirms once again the benefit of sprinklers for domestic/residential property fires involving chip pan fires.\nReinforced following fire trials completed by the Fire Protection Association on behalf for the Department of communities and local government.\nConfirming that sprinklers will prevent destructive cooking fires involving deep fat frying with a standard residential sprinkler head operating at 49 litres/minute.\nTherefore\, any system installed to BS9251 will have the same outcome\, subject to the distance of the sprinkler head from the cooking hob and the height of the ceiling\nFire statistical data collated from incidents attended by fire and rescue service involving dwellings for the financial year 2019/20\, 1494 incidents took place involving chip pan fires\n\nPrevious recorded saves involving chip pan incidents \n\n·       Lincoln 7 August 2021\n·       Flint 3 June 2021\n\nLinks\n\n·       BAFSA; Domestic sprinkler extinguishing chip pan fire video\n·       Fire statistical data collated from incidents attended by fire and rescue service involving dwellings for the financial year 2019/20\n·       RSP Fire sprinkler systems
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/chip-pan-sprinkler-save-wales/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211224T060600
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211224T180600
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220116T093609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T093733Z
UID:10000258-1640325960-1640369160@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Residential High Rise Sprinkler Save London
DESCRIPTION:FRS; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nDate of Incident; 24/12/2021\nTime Of Call; 06:06\nOccupancy; Residential block of flats of six floors consisting of 60 flats\n(Converted office block)\nDimensions; 10m x 20m\nLocation of fire; Bedroom\nIgnition source; Careless disposal of smoking materials\nSprinkler system; Wet pipe\, Water source unknown\nNumber of heads operated; One\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident which took place on Christmas Eve involving a one bedroom flat on the third floor of a 6 storey converted block of flats.  Careless disposal of smoking materials identified as the cause of the fire extinguished by one residential sprinkler head before the arrival of the LFB. No injuries were reported. \nThe benefits of sprinklers clearly identified for these types of conversions specifically as office to residential conversions do not require planning permission\, the outcome poor quality accommodation\, overcrowding\, housing the most vulnerable residents of our communities. \nThis incident confirms once again the benefit of sprinklers \n\nFire confined to compartment of origin\nFlash over prevented\nSafety of fire crews reinforced\nCarbon emissions reduced\n\nDid you know\, that from the 26  November 2020\, Building Regulations in Approved Document B (ADB) were updated to reduce the trigger height for the installation of sprinklers changing the 30m height rule to 11m. \nBAFSA welcomes the changes to ADB however we do question does the measure go far enough\, click the link below to find out more. \nLinks \n\nBAFSA Press release\nThe Guardian: (Rupert Jones) Concerns\, converting offices into tiny living spaces doesn’t even need planning permission
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/residential-high-rise-sprinkler-save-london/
LOCATION:Ilford
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211213T193300
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211213T201100
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211216T192006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211223T172607Z
UID:10000342-1639423980-1639426260@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Clapham High Rise Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Date of incident ;13 December 2021\nTime of call; 19:33\nLocation of incident; Clapham\, London\nFire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nOccupancy; Residential block of flats of 12 floors\nLocation of fire\, utility room\nActivation 1x sprinkler head (Reliable RFC49)\nWater supply Suction tank and pump\n\nThe above-mentioned incident has been reported involving a 6 roomed split-level flat across the 10th and 11thfloors\, 1 residential sprinkler head operated extinguishing the fire. \nBusiness continuity\, operational crews isolated the system keeping damage minimal. \nLFB reported that a woman was rescued from a balcony using a fire escape hood taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service. \nThis is local\, reported that the cause of the fire is under investigation\, with six fire appliances attending from Clapham\, Brixton\, Battersea\, Tooting \, Chelsea and Lambeth \nThis incident confirms once again the benefit of sprinklers \n\nFire confined to compartment of origin\nFlash over prevented\nSafety of fire crews reinforced\nCarbon emissions reduced\n\nLinks \nBAFSA\, Sprinkler focus is the biannual magazine of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association now available to download\, your attention is drawn to Think Sprinklers…think sprinkler saves which contains all reported saves from June to November 2021 \nLFB Incidents \nThis is local London
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/clapham-high-rise-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:clapham\, St Lukes Avenue\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211121T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211121T050700
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211126T162444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211223T173045Z
UID:10000340-1637452800-1637471220@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lithium-Ion E Bike Battery Sprinkler Save London
DESCRIPTION:Date of incident; 21/11/21\nTime of call; 05:07\nLocation; Lanterns Way\, Isle of Dogs\, London\nOccupancy; High rise residential flats of 21 floors\nFire involving a Lithium-Ion battery\n\nLondon Fire Brigade have reported the above-mentioned fire which was extinguished by the activation of three sprinkler heads before the arrival of the LFB. The fire was contained within the five roomed flat on the 3rd floor of the building\, LFB’s fire investigation team believe the fire was accidental and caused a fault in a lithium-ion battery for an Ebike that was on charge. \nThis is the second sprinkler save reported involving a lithium-ion battery following the Stockport fire sprinkler save reported by Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service in July on this occasion involving a mobile phone. On both occasions the sprinkler system extinguished the fire before the arrival of the Fire & Rescue Service \nThe dangers of Lithium-Ion battery fires should not be underestimated which can develop into significant and unstoppable thermal runaway fires. It should be noted at present that 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. \nOnce again\, this incident demonstrates the benefits of installing a residential sprinkler system. \nFurther guidance on Lithium-Ion battery fires can be found in the Fire Industry Association guidance note on Lithium-ion battery fires \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, November Sprinkler Focus publication available to download now   (Sprinkler FOCUS is the biannual magazine of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association. It is the only UK publication which has automatic fire sprinklers at its core with current news\, features and opinions along with case studies and product updates)\nLondon Fire Brigade\nStockport Lithium-Ion battery fire\nFire Industry Association guidance note on Lithium-ion battery fires\n\nIf you hear of a save report \, it makes a difference 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/lithium-ion-e-bike-battery-sprinkler-save-london/
LOCATION:Isle of Dogs\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211105
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211223T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211223T190107Z
UID:10000343-1635984000-1636070399@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Elephant & Castle Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Date of incident: 4 November 2021\nTime of Call: 10:56\nCause of fire: Unsafe disposal of smoking materials\nOccupancy: 32 Storey residential block of flats\nLocation of fire: 18 floor\, balcony\nSprinkler system: Wet pipe\, water supply: – suction tank and pump\n1 x residential head activated\n\nLondon Fire Brigade have reported the above-mentioned incident involving the attendance of eight fire engines and 6o firefighters extinguishing the fire using 3 jets via wet rising main\,  preventing external fire spread from the balcony to the residential dwelling. \nFollowing commencement of firefighting operations\, products of combustion entered the four -roomed flat activating the sprinkler head\, identifying the clear benefits of sprinklers for firefighters preventing flashover\, fire spread and providing a further layer of safety from fire during firefighting operations. \nThe benefits of sprinklers involving a previous balcony fire was clearly demonstrated in the LFB report to raise awareness in the residential sector of the beneficial/effectiveness impact that incorporating Automatic Fire Suppression Systems can have in a multi-point residential high-rise fire. Where in the space of 19 minutes from time of call\, 5 apartments were exposed to fire and heat activating 12 sprinkler heads \nThis incident identifies the importance of identifying\, replacing combustible materials that are combustible such as timber\, composite balcony decking. Guidance is now available from the government for owners of residential buildings advising that “the removal and replacement of any combustible material used in balcony construction is the clearest way to prevent external fire spread from balconies” \nThe dangers of balcony fires\, external fire spread were identified in the BRE publication “Fire Safety Issues with balconies that identified several incidents of balcony fires \nLinks; \n\nBAFSA Press release West Hampstead balcony fire\nLondon Fire Brigade\, press release\nMinistry of Housing\, Communities & Local Government\, Building safety advice for building owners\, including fire doors\nBRE 2016 report\, “Fire Safety issues with balconies”
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/elephant-and-castle-balcony-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Elephant & Castle\, SE17
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211101T124300
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211101T134500
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211102T192947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211126T160720Z
UID:10000332-1635770580-1635774300@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Revised Sprinkler Save In Cornwall’s Only High-Rise Residential block
DESCRIPTION:Date of incident; 1 November 2021\nTime of call; 12:43\nAttendance of Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service\nPark House\, Bridge Road St Austell\nOccupancy; Residential\nLocation of fire; Kitchen\nSprinkler system retrofitted\n\n                         \nUpdate 26November \n\nYour attention is drawn to the above images that show the effectiveness of the sidewall sprinkler head that activated following a cooking fire in the kitchen\nThe fire took place on the second floor of the 12 storey high rise residential block\n\nCredit images\, Domestic Sprinklers \nCornwall Fire & Rescue Service have reported the following incident that clearly identifies the benefits of retrofitting residential sprinklers\, in this case within a 12-storey high-rise residential block. \nCornwall’s only high rise residential block!!!!!!!!! \nFollowing reports of an automatic fire alarm sounding in a block of flats\, operational crews were mobilised from St Austell Community Fire Station. \nOn arrival\, it was Identified that a fire had been extinguished by the residential sprinkler system within a flat\, one occupant required medical attention due to the effects of smoke inhalation. The fire was contained within the flat preventing further fire spread and flashover. \nCoverage of the system included all 67 residential flats\, communal areas\, laundry room and store shed\, the installation was completed in February 2019. \nLinks \n\nBAFSA focus May 2021 publication\, for all the latest news on sprinklers\nCornwall Fire & Rescue Service\nFalmouth Packet\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/sprinkler-save-in-cornwalls-only-high-rise-residential-block/
LOCATION:St Austell
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211030T155607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211030T160608Z
UID:10000255-1635465600-1635551999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Birmingham High Rise Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Date: – 29 October 2021\nLocation: – Bromford\nOccupancy: -High rise residential block\nNumber of floors:-13\nFire & Rescue Service: – West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS)\n\nWMFS\, have reported that a fire within a 6th floor flat was extinguished by the residential sprinkler system\, with no casualties reported. \nIt should not be understated\, the importance of focusing on Business Continuity by management allowing an effective response when designing\, installing a residential sprinkler system for the following reasons: – \n\nSafeguards to prevent any significant impact from an unwanted significant incident such as a fire and the knock-on effect this can have on the occupancy.\nInformation for crews is paramount\, attending crews may have to interact with these systems and therefore need accurate\, concise\, and up to date information when developing firefighting tactics.\nSpecifically identifying where the sprinkler isolation valves are located.\n\nIt is therefore disappointing that Birmingham Live reported that the sprinkler system flooded a number of flats on the floors below. \nIt should be remembered for the above-mentioned incident: \n\nThe fire was extinguished by the sprinkler system\nNo injuries were reported\nThe fire was contained to the compartment of origin\, flashover prevented\n\nA Correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect and control a fire at an early stage of development and activate an  alarm \nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, webinar recordings now available:-\n\n\nTowards a greater understanding of BS9251: 2021 (Fire sprinkler systems for domestic and residential occupancies)\nBS EN 14972 Fixed firefighting systems. Water mist systems. Part 1.\n\nClick here to open \n\nWMFS twitter feed\nBirmingham Live\n\n \nCopyright WMFS
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/birmingham-high-rise-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Bromford\, Birmingham
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211012T102300
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211012T105000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211012T185153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T194508Z
UID:10000250-1634034180-1634035800@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Essex Residential Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Location; Harlow Essex\nDate of incident; 12 October 2021\nTime of call; 10:23\n4x Fire Appliances mobilised\n\nEssex County Fire & Rescue Service (communications department) have  reported that a bin fire in a residential block of flats was successfully extinguished following the activation of the residential sprinkler system. The cause of the fire was a candle which had  been extinguished but not cooled sufficiently before it was disposed of in the bin. \nOn arrival crews established that the sprinkler system had successfully extinguished the fire\, damage to the premises was minimal. \nESFRS Press release: – \nCrew Manager\, Jonathan Allen\, Harlow Fire Station\, said: \n“This incident shows how important it is to make sure candles are fully cooled before disposing of them. “This week is National Candle Safety week\, and with winter around the corner\, people will be using candles more. We encourage you to take a look at all of our safety advice to make sure candles set the mood\, not a fire.” \nThis incident clearly demonstrates the benefits of sprinklers\, \nDetailed analysis of fires attended by fire and rescue services (England) from April 2018 to March 2019 reported\, 240 related deaths\,186 of which were were in dwelling fires. The Impact of fire\, injuries/fatalities in the home should not be underestimated.\nA correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect and control a fire at an early stage of development and activate an alarm\nLinks \n\nBAFSA Information file;\, Fire sprinklers in dwellings\,\nECFRS; Press release\nFire and rescue incident statistics\, England\, year ending March 2019\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/essex-residential-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Harlow\, Essex\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210930
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211003T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T073217Z
UID:10000249-1632873600-1632959999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:SprinklerSave : high rise\, London
DESCRIPTION:Date of incident;29 September 2021\ntime of call; 0707\nLocation; Croydon\nProperty type ;Purpose built block of flats over 10 floors\n\nThe benefits of sprinklers have clearly been clearly demonstrated once again following a further fire in the same residential block of flats following an earlier incident reported in July of this year. \nThis latest incident resulted in the activation of a sidewall sprinkler head following a fire involving a tea light. Following the Grenfell Tower fire in June 2017\, Croydon Council announced it would retrofit sprinklers in its 25 tallest residential blocks of 10-12 storeys and an eight-storey sheltered block.The programme was completed in 2019. In total 26 Tower blocks are now protected by fire sprinklers under the council’s £10m retrofitting programme. \nLFB press release \nPart of a four-roomed flat on the fifth floor of the building was damaged by fire. One man left the property before the Brigade arrived and was taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service crews. \nThe Brigade’s Fire Investigators believe the fire was caused by a tea light candle. \nA London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Candles are one of the most common causes of fires in the home and you should be careful when using them. \n“It’s really important that you never leave them unattended and keep them away from anything that could catch fire such as curtains\, furniture or clothes. \n“We recommend swapping traditional candles for LED flameless ones as they are much safer\, but if you do use real candles\, follow our simple safety tips.” \nThe Brigade was called at 0707 and the fire was under control by 0855. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Norbury\, Woodside and Croydon fire stations attended the scene. \nLinks \n\nSprinklers will automatically protect your home from fire\, BAFSA animation video\nLFB press release\nCroydon Press release
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-retrofitting-candle-high-rise-sprinkler-save/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210929
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20220124T130843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T130843Z
UID:10000259-1632787200-1632873599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:High Wycombe Personal Protection System Activation
DESCRIPTION:Date of Incident; 28 September 2021\nFire Rescue Service; Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service\nLocation; High Wycombe District\nLocation of fire; Room\nType of property; flat\nIgnition source; Smoking materials\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Personal Protection System (PPS)\n\n  \nThe above-mentioned incident has been reported by Surefire. In July 2019\, Redkite community housing installed a Ultrguard PPS Unit following previous fire incidents involving a resident reducing the level of fire risk faced by the resident.In the early hours of the 28 September 2021\, the resident woke up to smoke a cigarette\, accidentally the lit cigarette dropped onto the floor which caught their slippers to catch light. \nSufficient smoke was generated to activate the two double knock multi sensor alarms detectors and trigger the PPS unit to discharge\, alerting the resident to the fire who was able the vacate the property before the arrival of the Fire & Rescue Service. Thankfully\, no injuries were reported \nTo satisfy the Fire and Rescue Service\, the UltraGuard PPS was chosen to protect this resident as it is certified to LPS 1655 (LPCB Third Party Approval Standard). The importance of a third-party approval standard should not be underestimated as it provides confidence about the design\, performance\, and reliability of these systems in practice. \nRisk Profile/ Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan \nThis incident clearly shows the importance of Identifying those residents that are most vulnerable by the completion of a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP).   This is likely to be completed in premises where the risk to persons in a fire situation is increased due to cognitive or mobility impairments.UltraGuard personal protection systems combine early warning of a fire through smoke detection and water mist for the delivery of suppression. \nEarly detection of a fire is important is important\, as occupants can quickly become overwhelmed by smoke and toxic gases\, the biggest killer in a fire. \nCare needs to be taken to ensure that the risk profile of the vulnerable person is appropriate for PPS. For example\, a vulnerable person who is mobile and living in a multi roomed flat has the potential to be affected by a fire anywhere in their home. As a result\, they would possibly require a full Automatic Water Fire Suppression system (such as a sprinkler system that is designed\, installed and maintained to BS9251 Fire sprinkler systems for domestic and residential occupancies providing full coverage within the flat. \nWhat are Personal Protection Systems? \n\nUnlike sprinkler systems\, PPS are local application watermist fire suppression system combining smoke detection\nDesigned to specifically protect vulnerable individuals with mobility and disability impairments from the threat of fire risk in residential and domestic occupancies who are unlikely to easily escape without assistance in the event of a fire\nDeveloped in response to analysis of fatal fires in dwellings where many victims had physical and/or mental health impairment\nThe publication\, “Guidance on the use\, deployment and limitations of Personal Protection Systems in the homes of vulnerable people” developed by BRE Global and the London Fire Brigade\, to assist in understanding and reducing fire risk to vulnerable people\nBRE Global introduced a loss prevention standard\, LPS 1655 covering the requirements and test methods for the LPCB approval of Personal Protection Systems.\n\nKey components \n\nPortable self contained unit\n3 day battery back-up in case of mains failure\nDelivers 10 minutes of water mist\nActivation\, double knock multi sensor detectors\nNozzle discharges a spray pattern\nCapable of suppressing an area of16m2\, and controlling an area of 32m²\nParameters of the system allow fast burning\, slow smouldering fires to be detected\nFacility for remote monitoring\n\nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of installing a PPS certified to LPS1655. (LPCB third party approval standard\, a business case has recently been accepted by BSI for a British Standard for PPS. \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Care Homes Animation\nBRE/LFB publication\, “Guidance on the use\, deployment and limitations of Personal Protection Systems in the homes of vulnerable people”\nLoss Prevention Standard\, 1655 Requirements and test methods for the LPCB approval of Personal Protection Watermist Systems.\nPersonal Protection system\, video\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/high-wycombe-personal-protection-system-activation/
LOCATION:High Wycombe
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210817T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210817T143700
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210817T185611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T200237Z
UID:10000327-1629207000-1629211020@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of Dogs High Rise Flat Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:On the 17 August\, 14:03 pm\, London Fire Brigade (LFB) were called to a high rise residential flat fire on the 37th floor on Marsh Wall in the Isle of Dogs. \nTwo  residential sprinkler heads  operated containing the fire and limiting its impact with fire damage limited to a small part of the flat. Operational crews were able to identify and locate the sprinkler isolation valve minimising water egress\, a key aspect of business continuity where automatic suppression systems are installed. \nFire crews from Poplar\, Shadwell\, Bethnal Green and Plaistow attended the incident. The fire was under control by 14:37pm. \nThe cause of the fire is believed to be unattended candle \nTower Hamlets Borough Commander Richard Tapp said: \n“The sprinkler suppression system made a big difference in containing the fire and limiting its impact. \n“A number of people evacuated from the fire floor before firefighters arrived. Other residents remained in their unaffected flats. The firefighters that attended worked quickly and the vast majority of residents were back inside their flats within an hour of the first call. \n“Sprinklers are the only fire safety system that detects a fire\, suppresses a fire and raises the alarm. \n“They save lives and protect property and they are especially important where there are vulnerable residents who would find it difficult to escape\, like those with mobility problems.” \nNew Providence Wharf fire \nIt should be noted that on May 7th\, LFB attended a high rise residential fire at New Providence Wharf which started in a consumer unit in an 8th floor flat. Residential sprinklers were not fitted. \nThe fire proceeded to travel out of an open balcony window. At the same time smoke poured into the corridor through a flat door that had accidentally been kept open \nWould the outcome of been different if sprinklers had been fitted suppressing the fire before the arrival of the fire service? \nA report has been released by the LFB identifying a  serious failure of a smoke ventilation system that resulted in the building acting like a “broken chimney”  left residents’ only escape route smoke logged. \nClick here to view
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/isle-of-dogs-high-rise-flat-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Isle of Dogs\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210808T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210808T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210812T194608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T195008Z
UID:10000321-1628380800-1628380800@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Coventry high rise residential bin store fire
DESCRIPTION:On the evening of the 8 August\, 2021\,  West Midlands Fire Rescue Service despatched crews from four local fire stations Foleshill\, Coventry\, Binley and Canley. Following reports of the bin store being alight at Faulkner House\, Stoney a 17 storey residential block of flats. \nOn arrival it was identified that the automatic fire suppression system had operated suppressing the fire protecting both residents and firefighters. \nDangers of bin store fires \nIt should be noted that the outcome of a communal bin store fire 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. \nIt 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. The provision of sprinklers should always be considered where access hatches open into protected stairways or lobbies containing more than two flat entrance doors\n\nHousing providers across the country are recognising the danger of these type of fires\, London Borough Barking & Dagenham for example \, reduced  the risk by the retrofitting of  sprinklers into all their high rise residential block bin stores\, 22 in total. Following match funding received from the London Fire Brigade (£84\,250) to help fund this initiative. \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/coventry-high-rise-residential-bin-store-fire/
LOCATION:Stoney
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210807T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210807T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210808T175240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210808T175822Z
UID:10000319-1628294400-1628294400@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Person assisted from Lincoln flat after chip pan fire
DESCRIPTION:Lincoln chip pan sprinkler save \nLincolnshire Fire & Rescue Service (LFRS) tweeted at 7 August\, 15:51 hours details of a kitchen fire involving a chip pan left unattended. \nThe residential sprinkler head activated restricting damage to 50% of the kitchen and moderate smoke damage to 100% of the flat. \nOn arrival operational crews identified that the fire was all out due to the activation of the residential sprinkler system\, assisting 1 adult and 2 cats to safety and administrated oxygen due to smoke inhalation. \nBAFSA have released a comprehensive video that demonstrates the clear benefits of sprinklers involving chip pan fires\, click here to open \nFire statistical data collated from incidents attended by fire and rescue service involving dwellings for the financial year 2019/20 confirmed that 1494 incidents took place involving chip pan fires \n(The Home Office collects detailed information on incidents attended by Fire and Rescue Services.)\n\nChip pan fire safety tips can be found by clicking here
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/person-assisted-from-lincoln-flat-after-chip-pan-fire/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, Picton Street\, Lincoln\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210802T172400
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210802T172400
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211013T191523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T191710Z
UID:10000251-1627925040-1627925040@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Manchester High Rise Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:GMFRS have reported the above mentioned incident which took place in August. \n\n17 floor flat fire\nDate of incident 2 August 2021\nTime of call 17:24\nLocation Eccles\nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (GMFRS)\n6 Pumping Appliances\n\nThe residential sprinkler system activated following an electrical fire extinguished before the arrival of operational crews. Fire damage was contained to the room of origin. \nYour attention is drawn to a tweet uploaded by BAFSA on the 13 October focusing on 2 fires\, 1 day\, 2 different outcomes. \n\n12th October : London high rise fire\, flat destroyed. 2 hospitalised. No sprinkler system installed\n12 October : Harlow flat fire\, extinguished by the residential sprinkler system\n\n \nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of retrofitting sprinklers in high rise residential blocks \nLinks \n\nBAFSA Twitter\nEssex Harlow sprinkler save\nManchester Evening News\nLFB
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/manchester-high-rise-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Eccles\, Manchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210724T175000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210724T175700
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210805T170135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T171107Z
UID:10000318-1627149000-1627149420@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stockport Lithium Battery Flat Fire Extinguished by Sprinkler System
DESCRIPTION:The decision by Stockport Homes and Stockport Council to approve  a multi million pound sprinkler system retrofit investment programme to fund the installation of sprinklers in all 22 of Stockport tower blocks has proven to show that it is money well spent following the fire in a high rise block in Edgedley. \nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (GMFRS) despatched Six fire appliances and one aerial appliance to a kitchen fire in a 8 storey high rise residential block on the 24 July 2021 at 17:50 hours. \nOn their arrival  it was identified that one residential sidewall head had operated extinguishing a lithium battery fire. \nThe sprinkler head activated\, discharging water on to the fire for only 7 minutes keeping damage to a minimum.  \nThis was  due to the appropriate sprinkler  installation information being available on site\, allowing  GMFRS to interact with the sprinkler system allowing the supply to be immediately isolated by GMFRS.  \nThis Clearly highlighted the importance of business continuity for Stockport Homes and Stockport Council. \nStockport Homes and Stockport Council have worked closely with Greater Manchester Fire Service\, clearly identifying the benefits of sprinklers. Completing the retrofit programme in under 3 years. Providing a further layer of fire safety to as part of a holistic approach to make Stockports tower blocks as safe as they can. \nThis incident clearly demonstrates that sprinklers save lives of residents and firefighters with no injuries reported. \nChargers\, batteries and fire safety. \nDid you know that London Fire Brigade attend on average 24 fires each week that have been started by chargers\, batteries and cables? Further information on  how to buy and use items with lithium batteries safely can be found by clicking here \nRetrofitting \nFurther information on retrofitting/residential  sprinklers  can be found in theBAFSA Information File BIF 10 \nBusiness Continuity\, Information for the FRS \nThe National Fire Chiefs Council  have published a new code of practice for the the provision of Premises Information Boxes in residential buildings to ensure that information is available to the FRS in a consistent format  to assist with the emergency response. A key consideration where fixed fire safety systems are installed. \nClick here to open \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/stockport-lithium-battery-flat-fire-extinguished-by-sprinkler-system/
LOCATION:Edgeley\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Residential
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210712T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210712T000000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210712T181334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T204215Z
UID:10000245-1626048000-1626048000@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Coventry Student Accommodation Fire
DESCRIPTION:There’s no getting away from the fact that the student lifestyle contributes to the level of fire risk\, it is therefore pleasing to report that following a fire in a  kitchen\, (cooking pan left unattended) the residential sprinkler system activated. On arrival of the West Midlands Fire Service. it was identified that a  sprinkler head had operated extinguishing the fire no injuries were reported. \nOn 26 May 2020 the Ministry of Housing\, Communities and Local Government published amendments to the guidance in Approved Document B (fire safety) volume 1 following their consultation on sprinklers and other fire safety measures in new high rise residential block of flats which was launched in September 2019. \nThe changes are Sprinkler systems in accordance with BS 9251 (or BS EN 12845 for residential blocks of flats outside of the scope of BS 9251) should be fitted throughout blocks of flats with a top storey more than 11m above ground level. It  is disappointing this only applied only to  purpose group 1a (Residential (block of flats). \nWithin the current guidance there is no requirement for residential (other) buildings such as student accommodation to be sprinklered regardless of the height. Further information can be found in the BAFSA Information file\, BIFF 23.Fire sprinkler systems in student accommodation\, click here to open  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/coventry-student-accommodation-fire/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210708
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211204T153710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211204T153710Z
UID:10000341-1625616000-1625702399@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stockport Bin Room Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Attendance of Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service (GMFRS\nDate of incident ;7 July 2021\nTime of call; 00:23\nLocation of incident; Stockport\nOccupancy; High rise residential block\, 15 Storeys\nLocation of fire; Bin Room\nSprinkler system: Wet Pipe\, mains fed\n\n  \nGMFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident involving a fire in a bin room which successfully contained by the activation of 1 sprinkler head. Two fire appliances attended the incident turning over and extinguishing the fire with 1x hose reel jet. \nDangers of bin store fires \nIt should be noted that the outcome of a communal bin store fire 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. \nIt is therefore best practice in these situations: – \n\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. The provision of sprinklers should always be considered where access hatches open into protected stairways or lobbies containing more than two flat entrance doors.\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.\n\nHousing providers across the country are recognising the danger of these type of fires\, London Borough Barking & Dagenham for example\, reduced the risk by the retrofitting of sprinklers into all their high-rise residential block bin stores\, 22 in total. Following match funding received from the London Fire Brigade (£84\,250) to help fund this initiative. \nLinks \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\n\nFurther information on sprinkler news\, updates can be found in the sprinkler FOCUS\,  the biannual magazine of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association. It is the only UK publication which has automatic fire sprinklers at its core with current news\, features and opinions along with case studies and product updates. \nThe November 21 edition is now  available to download \n\nGMFRS
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/stockport-bin-room-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:stockport
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210701T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210701T173052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T120613Z
UID:10000243-1625126400-1625158800@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Edinburgh Flat Fire
DESCRIPTION:The benefits of sprinklers clearly demonstrated following the fire involving a top floor flat in Edinburgh resulting in 5 heads activating. \n  \nFurther details to follow shortly
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/edinburgh-flat-fire/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210619T191400
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20211016T134409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211016T134714Z
UID:10000253-1624130040-1624134600@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Salford high rise refuse store sprinkler save
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (GMFRS)\nDate of Incident; 19 June 2021\nTime of call; 19:14\nLocation; Salford\nOccupancy; Residential 10 or more storeys\nFire in Refuse Store\n3x Pumping appliances\n\n  \nGMFRS have reported a fire in a high rise residential block involving a large refuse plastic industrial bin located on the ground floor of the refuse store\, two sprinkler heads operated suppressing the fire before the arrival of operational crews. Due to the prompt activation of the sprinkler system the fire was contained to the compartment/room of origin. \nGMFRS\, fire data collated for the period of April 2018-April 2021 \n\n3 previous sprinkler saves\, involving refuse stores\nOccupancy; Residential 10 or more storeys\nActivating\, 5 sprinkler heads\n\n  \nThe benefits of sprinklers for refuse store fires have been clearly identified by Dagenham & Barking Local Authority. Following an investment of £465\,00 which included £85\,000 from London Fire Brigade the decision was taken for the installation of sprinklers in all their specialized housing schemes\, high rise block refuse stores containing bin chutes. The outcome of which will provide a further layer of safety from fire where their tenants are most at risk from fire. \nLinks \n\nBAFSA; Have you ever wondered how a sprinkler works\nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service\, how to prevent a wheelie bin fire\nGMFRS
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/salford-high-rise-refuse-store-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Salford
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210613T161800
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210613T175100
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210615T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T190459Z
UID:10000241-1623601080-1623606660@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cleveland\, residential sprinkler project pays dividends extinguishing a high rise residential building kitchen fire
DESCRIPTION:In July 2017\, a review of fire safety of high rise residential buildings was completed by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Place Select Committee\, where it was agreed that Sprinklers and misting systems are installed in all high rise residential buildings across Stockton-on-Tees. \nThe benefits of this decision has been clearly demonstrated following the fire at a high rise residential building of 17 floors\, Hume House\, Fredrick Street\, Stockton. \nOn the 13th June at 16:18 hours\, Cleveland Fire & Rescue were mobilised to a high rise residential kitchen fire on the 7th floor. On arrival it was established that the fire was all out with 1 sidewall sprinkler head operating\, minimising and containing the fire damage to 10m². \nThe premises had been retrofitted with a sprinkler system\, coverage provided within both the common areas\, individual flats and refuge chute rooms\, alongside a misting system within the ground floor refuge area. \nIt was established no delay took place in calling the fire and rescue service as the sprinkler system transmitted a sprinkler fire alarm signal to a remote monitoring station initiating the appropriate emergency procedures. \nThis incident clearly demonstrates the effectiveness and efficiency of sprinklers\, as part of a holistic approach to fire safety.
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/cleaveland-high-rise-residential-sprinkler-project-pays-dividends-extinguishing-a-high-rise-residential-building-kitchen-fire/
LOCATION:Stockton
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210603T174200
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210603T174200
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210613T165650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210613T165912Z
UID:10000240-1622742120-1622742120@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Flint\, Specialised Housing\, High Rise Fire
DESCRIPTION:Flint\, Specialised Housing\, High Rise Sprinkler Save\nAt 17:42 on Thursday 3 June 2021\, North Wales Fire and Rescue Service attended a kitchen flat fire involving a chip pan which had been accidentally left unattended. \nCrews identified that a sidewall sprinkler head had operated in in a flat where the fire originated\, subsequently extinguishing the fire before firefighters arrived. The benefit of the sprinkler system was clear to see as the kitchen sustained minor smoke damage. \nLee Williams\, Deputy Head of Business Fire Safety at North Wales Fire and Rescue Service\, said: “This incident clearly highlights the importance of sprinklers in helping to avoid the spread of fire. \n“The fast activation of the sprinkler system helped to protect the occupier of the flat from serious harm\, as well as avoiding severe damage to his flat and major disruption to the remainder of the building and its occupants which may have resulted had the fire spread. \n“It’s also a warning to everyone how leaving a chip pan unattended for even a short time can have potentially disastrous results as the oil can easily overheat and ignite. \n“People assume that cooking chips in a pan of hot oil is a thing of the past\, but we have had three such incidents within the last week alone. \n“We’d recommend oven chips\, using a deep fryer with a thermostat\, or having a takeaway as a safer option\, but if people do choose to fry then please ensure you stand by your pan – don’t be tempted to leave it unattended.”\nIn 2016 working closely with North Wales Fire and Rescue Service\, Flintshire County Council took the bold decision to review their fire safety arrangements to protect their most vulnerable residents by installing sprinklers to all three of their specialised housing high-rise blocks. \nBolingbroke Heights\, Richard Heights and Castle Heights\, sprinkler coverage was provided throughout including the flats and common ways installed to BS9251:2014 \nThe benefits of this decision were clearly demonstrated as this was the second sprinkler save since the sprinkler retrofitting project was completed in 2016. \nAt 17:49 hours on Friday 24 January 2020\, North Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to a report of a fire at Bolingbroke Heights\, appliances from Flint\, Deeside and Holywell were mobilised to the incident. \nFirefighters rescued a man in his 70s from a heavily smoke logged flat within the building. He received a precautionary check for smoke inhalation at the scene. \nThe fire was extinguished quickly by the sprinkler system with damage confined to a cooker within the flat. \nThese two incidents clearly identify the benefits of retrofitting high rise residential blocks with Sprinklers. \nCredit\, photograph NWFRS
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/flint-specialised-housing-high-rise-fire/
LOCATION:Flint\, Richard Heights
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210603T103850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210613T180112Z
UID:10000238-1622332800-1622419199@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:High Rise Residential Flat Fire\,  Bridge Meadow House Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:On 30 May 2021 a sprinkler system successfully suppressed a fire at Bridge Meadow House\, 13 storey residential building in Birmingham\, the fire started on an enclosed balcony.\nThe nearest sprinkler head activated and suppressed the fire\, without the presence of the sprinkler system the fire could have caused much more serious damage to the property and posed a risk to the buildings occupants. \nThe building had recently been fitted with fire sprinklers thanks to Birmingham City Councils commitment to retrofit fire sprinklers to all 213 council-owned tower blocks\, and a sprinkler save such as this is reenforces the importance of retrofitting sprinklers in high rise residential buildings as part of a risk based approach.
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/high-rise-residential-flat-fire-bridge-meadow-house-birmingham/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210409T221700
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210409T221700
DTSTAMP:20260418T230213
CREATED:20210624T213440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T143923Z
UID:10000242-1618006620-1618006620@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sprinkler Save\, Southend On Sea Flat Fire
DESCRIPTION:Photograph speaks a thousand words\, the benefits of sprinklers can clearly be seen in this hostel fire. One side wall sprinkler head activated suppressing/extinguishing the fire prior to Essex fire & rescue service attending this residential incident. \nThe sprinklers were installed as part of Essex fire & rescue Service match funding programme* \nTime of incident 10:17  and was limited to the room of origin\, without the residential sprinkler system the outcome could off been so much different for the resident. \n* Essex  Fire and Rescue Service have been leading from the front contributing funding for the installation of sprinkler systems throughout seven housing estates in Basildon. \nSince 2013\, the fire service has part-funded and supported the retrofitting of sprinklers in a number of high risk premises in Essex. \nThe latest match-funding project has been agreed for sprinklers to be installed at all properties in the seven housing estates in the Felmores area of Basildon. \nBasildon Council have been awarded £70\,000 from the fire service’s sprinkler fund to match-fund their projects.
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/sprinkler-save-southend-on-sea-flat-fire/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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