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SUMMARY: London Commercial Kitchen Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade\nIncident; Kitchen Fire\nDate of Incident; 25 June 2023\nTime of call; 14:05\nWhere\, London\, Wandsworth\nUse of premises; Commercial Public House/Wine Bar\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Drencher\n\nWe often overlook successful kitchen activations that occur daily in the hospitality sector which successfully contain\, control or even extinguisher the fire by the activation of the premises Automatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS).  The term Automatic Fire Suppression Systems covers a variety of suppression systems including systems designed specifically to protect commercial kitchens including wet chemical pre-engineered system. \nThe advantage of these systems compared to your traditional sprinkler system is that they are designed to protect commercial kitchen hoods\, ducts and appliances from fire hazards tested on performance so that can extinguish restaurant cooking fires without splashing or re-igniting cooking grease. \nCommercial kitchens are a key part of many hospitality businesses from restaurants\, hotels\, and cafes to public houses to name a few. The Impact of a fire can significantly result in loss of trade and associated income with the potential of catastrophic damage and potential longer-term closure of the premises. Therefore\, the installation of these systems is paramount for business continuity. \nThe Incident  \n\nThe fire involved a deep pan fryer which caught light activating the kitchen ¹drencher system which raised the alarm.\nNo fire spread was reported with damage sustained to the item first ignited.\nNo further firefighting was required following the arrival of the LFB.\nNo major impact on business continuity\nNo injuries reported.\n\n *Did you know the main causes of commercial kitchen fires? \n\nThe use of heated oils/fats and the risk of overheating due to human error or a faulty thermostatic control\nFlames\, sparks\, or hot gases can ignite combustible deposits inside extract ducts.\nFault of failure of cooking equipment\nUnattended cooking activities\n\nBS5306 -0:20 Fire protection installations and equipment on premises.  \n\nFurther guidance on choosing the appropriate firefighting medium and type of system for any proposed installation can be found in the above-mentioned publication.\nThe aim of this part of BS 5306 is to aid selection of the appropriate firefighting medium and type of system or equipment by describing the characteristics and most suitable applications of each\nConsideration has been given to the impact of firefighting media\, including toxicity to people\, effect of discharge on visibility\, and danger of use on electrical equipment\, in addition to factors such as monitoring\, testing\, maintenance and user responsibility.\n\n\n ¹ Due to the narrow fields available for the fire officer to select in the active safety system tab of the Incident Recording System\, the suppression system chosen was Drencher. No tab is available for wet chemical pre-engineered systems\nSprinkler Saves Uk\, Annual Review 2022/23]\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nSource:- *Fire Safety Guide to Commercial Kitchens\, NFU Mutal Benefits of sprinklers for kitchens
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-commercial-kitchen-activation/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
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SUMMARY:A Picture Paints A Thousand Words\, Tall Building Kitchen Fire Activation
DESCRIPTION:Images credit Triangle Fire Systems Limited \n\nFire Rescue Service; West Midlands Fire Rescue Service (WMFRS)\nIncident; Kitchen Fire\nDate of Incident 25 June 2023\nWhere\, Birmingham\nUse of premises; Purpose built residential block of flats.\nFixed Installation; BS9251:2014\n\nOn the 26 June 2023\, Triangle fire systems were called to reinstate the residential sprinkler system following a kitchen fire on the 11th floor of a residential block of flats following the activation of one sidewall sprinkler head. (VK480) The system was back on back online within 45mins of their arrival. \nBirmingham council should be applauded for their continued commitment to providing its residents with the highest level of fire safety by retrofitting sprinklers in all their high-rise residential block of flats. \nThe specification\, design of the residential sprinkler system (BS9251:2014) for each individual premises was bespoke which included but not limited to \n\nCategory 2/3\nVK48o Sprinkler heads\nWater supply 60-minute tank (16000L)\n\nEnhancements: – \n\nDual Pumps\nBack-up power supply diesel generator\n\n\nFRS inlet\nRemote monitoring\n\nThe images taken following this fire clearly reinforce the benefits of sprinklers for tall building fires. \n               \nImages credit Triangle Fire Systems Limited \n\nThe fire was contained to the compartment of origin by the activation of 1 sidewall sprinkler head.\nHeat /fire damage was limited to the area in the vicinity of the kitchen wall unit directly above the source of ignition.\nThe water spray from the activated sidewall sprinkler head was partially obstructed (Shielded fire) by the kitchen wall unit located directly above the heat source\, which didn’t impact the operational efficiency of the sprinkler system.\n\nThis incident clearly reinforces the data contained within the BAFSA Incident Data Report No 3 that inside the flats of purpose-built flats\, the Kitchen start location accounted for the highest number of incidents where sprinklers were recorded as having been involved or actuated. \n      \nTable 1. Breakdown\, Impact of sprinklers following activation. \nSource: -FOI Requests for Incident Recording System Data relating to primary fires attended by FRSs in which sprinklers were present for England\, Scotland\, and Wales for the financial years 2018/19 to 2020/21 \n\nSprinkler Saves Uk\, Annual Review 2022/23\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nIncident Data Reports Purpose built block of flats
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/1332/
LOCATION:Birmingham
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SUMMARY:Scotland Care Home Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Image credit Discovery Fire Sprinklers \n\n\nFire Recue Service; Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS)\nIncident; Fire\, white goods appliance\nWhen; 18 June 2023\nTOC; 20:39\nWhere; Dunblane Scotland\nType of Premises; Residential Care Home\nAutomatic fire suppression System: BS9251\n\n  \n\nDiscovery Fire Sprinklers/SFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident involving a white goods appliance (tumble dryer) which caught fire in the premises laundry room located on the ground floor\nThe premises consists of 2 floors providing accommodation for up to 14 adults which is of stone-built construction.\nThree fire appliances were mobilised by SFRS\, committing a team of 4 Breathing Apparatus for firefighting and ventilation purposes on arrival.\nFirefighting media consisted of one hose reel jet\n\nIt was identified that the fire was contained to the room of origin by the activation of one concealed sprinkler head which actuated containing/controlling the fire before the arrival of the SFRS. \nThe cause of the fire was due to the appliance overheating due to the build-up of lint\, no injuries were reported. \nSprinkler Installation details \n\nInstalled to BS9251:14\nCategory 3\nSprinkler head\, Rapid drop RD208\nWater Supply tank/pump\n\n       \n\nimage 1:- activation of sprinkler head with cover plate detached from its housing\nImage 2 Sprinkler head replaced with cover plate visible\n\nImages credit Discovery Fire Sprinklers images \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.\nStaff provided with extra time to implement the premises emergency action plan.\n\nThe images clearly indicate the benefits of passive\, active fire protection measures working in unison for this incident. \n\nSprinklers\n\n\nMinor smoke stains sustained to the room of origin with a slight burn visible on the vinyl floor directly below where the appliance was positioned.\nSprinkler head visible following the successful operation\, detachment of the cover plate.\nSprinkler pattern visible at ceiling level.\n\n\nFire door\n\n\nSlight smoke stains to the inside of the door\, positive self-closing device fitted\, indicating the door was closed at the time of the fire\,\n\n\nAutomatic Fire Detection \n\n\nDetector head located directly above the seat of the fire.\n\nThis is the second reported fire to SPRINKLER SAVES UK involving a residential care home within 17 months involving a tumble dryer which caught fire in the premises laundry room. The fire was contained to the room of origin by the residential sprinkler system which actuated suppressing the fire before the arrival of NFRS. No injuries were reported. Full details of this incident can be found by clicking the Wellingborough residential care home sprinkler save in the links section. \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. \nHowever\, BAFSA strongly welcomes the recent government consultation published on the 23 December 20222 proposal to recommend residential sprinklers in new care homes as part of this consultation process\, we would encourage government to support the mandatory retrofitting of sprinklers in existing care homes for England. \nNew Grange Care Home Fire\, Sprinklers were not fitted \nThe danger of care home fires was clearly demonstrated following the Newgrange Care Home Fire 2017 highlighted in the NFCC Sprinkler Toolkit as part of sprinkler week \n\n\n\nIn April 2017\, a Cheshunt care home in Hertfordshire was the scene of a major fire. The fire broke out in the early hours of the morning The care home was occupied by 35 residents. Operational response required 12 fire engines and on arrival crews found residents in their rooms\, many still in bed and unable to move due to their physical condition. Firefighters rescued 33 elderly and \nimmobile residents. Two residents died as a result of the fire. \nIf sprinklers had been fitted in this care home there is strong chance that no residents would have lost their lives. As a result of this fire the coroner raised concerns that sprinkler systems are not mandatory in care homes. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service recommended sprinklers be installed. The home was rebuilt – without fire sprinklers installed. \n\n\n\n \nImage credit HFRS \nSource NFCC Sprinkler tool Kit \nLinks— \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association \, Sprinkler Saves Review 2022/23\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nWellingborough residential care home sprinkler save\nRose Park Care Home Fire Presentation David Mallin Lothian and Boarders Fire & Rescue Service\nGovernment consultation\, recommend sprinklers in care homes\, remove national classifications from Approved Document B\nNFCC Consultation response dated 17 March 2023\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/scotland-care-home-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Dunblane
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230611
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Tall Building Refuse Chute/Bin Store Activation Update No 2
DESCRIPTION:Image credit Triangle Fire Systems  Ltd ; sprinkler head discharging \n\nFire Rescue Service; West Midlands Fire Rescue Service (WMFRS)\nIncident; Refuse chute/bin store fires\nWhere; Birmingham\nUse of premises; Purpose built residential block of flats.\nFixed Installation; BS9251:2014\n\nDuring the month of June\, Triangle Fire Systems Ltd reported five separate incidents within 5 days involving the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system within the refuse/bin store of three high rise residential purpose-built block of flats. \nMaking a total of 19 incidents within the space of 13 months when you consider the previous Sprinkler Saves May update which reported 14 similar incidents\, justifying Birmingham councils’ decision to install sprinklers in all the communal bin areas of their residential tower block property portfolio. \nPost Grenfell\, Birmingham council continued their commitment to providing its residents with the highest level of fire safety by implementing a 3-year programme for the retrofitting of sprinklers in all their high-rise residential block of flats. The approach should be applauded\, the outcome of which will provide a further layer of safety from fire for both their residents\, firefighters. \nThe specification\, design of the residential sprinkler system (BS9251:2014) for each individual premises was bespoke which included but not limited to \n\nCategory 2-3\nVK486 Sprinkler heads\nWater supply 60-minute tank (16000L)\n\nEnhancements: – \n\nDual Pumps\nBack-up power supply diesel generator\n\n\nFRS inlet\nRemote monitoring\n\n5x Reported Incidents within the space of 5 days. \n\n10\, 14\, 18\, 19\, 21 June 2023\n\nThe incidents \nIt is reported that on each occasion. \n\nApart from one incident lit refuse was dropped down the refuse chute to the refuse store.\nActivating 1 sprinkler head on each occasion.\nContaining\, controlling\, or extinguishing the fire to the compartment of origin.\nNo injuries were reported.\n\n  \n                       \nImage credit Triangle Fire Systems Ltd \n\nImage 1 sprinkler head discharging\nImage 2 sprinkler head isolated\n\nTo make sprinklers the norm we need the evidence\, the reporting of these incidents should not be underestimated driving change\, the outcome of which will entice housing providers to install sprinklers providing a further layer of safety as part of a holistic approach protecting our communities from fire \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. \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.\n\nImportance of Fire Safety Management \nIt is paramount that those designated fire safety managers who have responsibility for fire safety within a building ensure that all fire protection measures in a building can function effectively in the event of a fire including. \n\nWhere the sprinkler alarm functionality is integrated into the premises emergency plan\, the cause and effect should be designed to allow the appropriate emergency response allowing the attendance of the FRS. The actuation of a sprinkler head should be taken as a confirmed fire.\nRefuse fusible-link automatic fire resisting shutters.\n\nManagement is key ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire\, reinforced in an open letter from the LFB in 2020\, forwarded to those responsible for fire specifically aimed at shopping centres\, identifying the importance of maintaining fire safety systems. This principle applies to all buildings where fixed installations are installed. \n Incident Recording System Data \n It is reported that where sprinklers were present and actuated in purpose-built block of flats within Great Britain refuse stores accounted for 173 incidents\, West Midland Fire Service attended 71. \n\n41 x Incidents were either contained/controlled.\n27 x Incidents extinguished.\n2 x Did not contain/control.\n1x Not known.\n\nThis data clearly supports the most recent ¹publication commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council\, National fire Sprinkler Network\, it was reported that their track record across all building types where sprinklers were identified as present\, operated were 99% efficient in extinguishing or controlling a fire\, 94% efficient in their ability to operate This was further evidenced by the ²Sprinklers Saves UK Annual Review 2022/23 which reinforces the above-mentioned findings that fire sprinklers have a good track record in reducing the impact of fire. \n\n¹ Efficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data – Optimal Economics 2017\n² Sprinkler Saves Uk\, Annual Review 2022/23\n ³BAFSA Incident Data Reports\, Focus on sprinklers within high rise residential flats\n  Further Update Tall building Sprinkler Activations\, Refuse Chute/Bin Store\nLondon Fire Brigade open letter to shopping centre managers
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/birmingham-tall-building-refuse-chute-bin-store-activation-update-no-2/
LOCATION:Birmingham
CATEGORIES:Residential
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SUMMARY:Pre-Engineered Watermist Suppression Activation:Flat
DESCRIPTION:Incident; Kitchen fire\nWhen; 01/06/2023\nTime of incident; 22:30\nWhere\, Manchester\nType of Residential block of flats of 3 floors\nAutomatic fire suppression System:\n\nThe above-mentioned incident has been reported following the activation of the premises pre-engineered watermist suppression system\, Automist following a kitchen fire within an open plan flat. \nIt is reported that the fire was extinguished by the activation of the nozzle unit resulting in minimal fire property damage\, no injuries were reported. \nFurther guidance on Innovative systems/pre-engineered systems can be found in the BAFSA Information file No 9 “Watermist systems for protection of buildings” focusing on the importance to ensure that such systems have been designed and tested for use in buildings and are fit for their intended purpose. \nLinks‑‑ \n\nSprinkler Saves Annual Review 2022/23\nGreater London Review of Fire Sprinklers\n Water mist systems for protection of buildings  BIF 9\nAutomatic Fire Suppression Watermist Activation: School\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/pre-engineered-watermist-suppression-activationflat/
LOCATION:Manchester
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230523T225800
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230523T225800
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
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SUMMARY:Brighton Assisted Living Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nFire Rescue Service; East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS)\nDate of Incident; 23 May 2023\nTime of call: 20:58\nStop Message: 22:39\nIncident closed 22:40\nPremises; Assisted Living\nLocation; Brighton\nType of fire; Kitchen fire\nAutomatic Fire Sprinkler System; Wet Pipe (Sprinkler)\n\nThis is the second reported fire within the premises sprinkler within the space of 14 months.  \nOn each occasion the fire was either extinguished\, contained/controlled following the activation of the sprinkler system clearly demonstrating the benefits of sprinklers protecting the most vulnerable residents of our communities. \n The Incident \n\nFour pumping appliances from Brighton\, Roedean & Hove were mobilised to a kitchen fire.\nOn arrival crews established that the fire was on the on the 5th floor of a 6-storey building involving an open plan residential flat.\nThe OIC implemented a full high-rise procedure committing a crew of two wearing breathing apparatus with firefighting media consisting of a jet.\nIt was established upon entry that the fire had been extinguished by the actuation of one sprinkler head.\nThe seat of the fire was established to involve the kitchen hob which spread to the overhead extractor fan.\nThe cause of the fire has been contributed to cooking.\nFire damage 5m².\nThe fire was contained to the compartment of origin.\nNo injuries were reported.\nThe incident was closed within 2 hours\nFRS resources\, Thermal Image Camera\, jet Breathing Apparatus\, Dry rising Main\n\nThis incident demonstrates once again the benefits of installing sprinklers within residential tall buildings for firefighter safety. \n\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan.\nAllowing firefighters to complete search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risk of flashover.\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\nThis incident demonstrates that a correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect\, raise the alarm and control or in this case extinguish a fire at an early stage of development and activate an alarm.\n\n\nProtecting firefighters\nProtecting\, reducing risk to life\nProtecting property\n\nBusiness Continuity \n\nIn my experience\, the importance of business continuity is often overlooked by the responsible person/management where active fire systems are installed for example fire sprinklers.\nWhere the sprinkler system has activated\, the fire officer will require the system to be isolated to stop the flow of water\, once it is identified that the fire has been extinguished.\nThe importance of onsite information allowing the Fire Rescue Service to complete this action should not be underestimated due to the negative outcome.\nIt is paramount that clear concise information including signage\, plans are available allowing the system isolation valves to be immediately identified\, further guidance is contained in BS9251:2021\n\nSources/further reading.  \n\nBrighton Balcony Sprinker Save\nBAFSA\, Greater London Sprinkler Report\nESFRS\nLondon Fire Brigade\, West Hampstead Square AFSS Activation Case Study.\nSprinklers ensure resilience for business (Government Business)
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/brighton-extra-care-housing-scheme-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Brighton
CATEGORIES:Residential
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230504
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230718T185038Z
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SUMMARY:London Community Special School Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 3 May 2023\nTime of call; 14:44\nWhere: Lambeth\nOccupancy: School\,\n\nLFB have reported the following educational fire resulting in the school commercial sprinkler system activating\, extinguishing the fire before the arrival of operational crews\nThe premises is a purpose-built school building constructed in 2013 accommodating up to 110 pupils to meet the need of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities including sensory rooms\, soft playrooms\, hydrotherapy pool. \nThe Incident \n\nFire crews were mobilised to a fire involving an electrical appliance.\nOn arrival\, LFB identified that a small fire was: –\n\nContained and extinguished by the activation of one sprinkler head. \n\nLimiting the fire to the item first ignited with fire damage up to 5sqm\nNo further firefighting was required by the LFB.\nNo injuries were reported.\nThe cause of the fire is currently under investigation.\n\nFrom April 2022 Sprinkler Saves Uk have reported a further seven educational building fires. Which have either contained/controlled or extinguished the fire highlighting the benefits of sprinklers for schools. \n  \n \n  \nLegislation\, did you know it is mandatory for all new schools in Scotland & centrally funded schools in Wales to be fitted with sprinklers. \nThis is not the case for England\, current guidance when first released in 2007\, acknowledged the important role of sprinklers and stated that “all new schools should have fire sprinklers installed except in a few low-risk schools”. \nUnfortunately\, it is possible for designers and developers to circumvent the installation of sprinklers but still improve areas by using other building design guidance. The outcome is new- built schools without fire sprinklers being installed. \nDid you know 219 primary and secondary schools were damaged by fire in 2021/22 in England which is an 35% increase from 2020/21. \nBAFSA have published the following article clearly explaining why schools need sprinklers. Explaining how sprinklers can minimise not just the building devastation but also the human suffering that a fire can inflict. \nWhy schools need Sprinklers \n \nLinks \n\nSprinkler Saves Review 2022/2023\nGreater London Sprinkler Review 2018-2021\nBAFSA\, why sprinklers need schools\nBAFSA Fire Data Report No 5 Fire Incident Data Report Educational Buildings
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-community-special-school-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230502
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230510T090808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T184516Z
UID:10000331-1682899200-1682985599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Further Update Tall building Sprinkler Activations\, Refuse Chute/Bin Store
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; West Midlands Fire Rescue Service (WMFRS)\nIncident; Refuse chute/bin store fires.\nWhere\, Birmingham\nUse of premises; Purpose built residential block of flats\nHeight of building; 10 or more stories\nFixed Installation; BS9251:2014\n\n   \nImage credit Triangle Fire Systems Ltd \n\nJanuary 2023\, Sprinkler Saves Uk reported 6 sprinkler activations following fires involving the building’s refuse chute/bin store within an 8-month period.\nA further 8 sprinkler activations have now been reported by Triangle Fire Systems Ltd following fires involving the building’s refuse chute/bin store\, making a total of 14 activations within a 12-month period.\n\nThese incidents clearly demonstrate the benefits of retrofitting sprinkler systems as part of a package of fire safety measures protecting high risk areas such as refuse chutes/refuse stores prone to malicious acts\, protecting life/property with the clear benefits it brings for the environment. \nBackground \n\nAs part of a 3-year programme\, Birmingham Council approved the installation of retrofitting residential sprinkler systems in all their high-rise residential block of flats in 2017 which included the removal of combustible material from the façade where it was identified by laboratories\, and the replacement of window infill panels with A2 fire rated products.\nPrior to this programme\, Birmingham council completed a sprinklers programme to install sprinklers in all the communal bin areas of their residential tower block property portfolio.\nThis approach implemented by Birmingham city council should be applauded\, the outcome of which will provide a further layer of safety from fire for both their residents\, firefighters.\n\nResidential Sprinkler System \n\nBS9251:2014\nCategory 3\nSprinkler head VK486\nWater supply 60-minute tank (16000L)\nEnhancements: –\n\n\nDual Pumps\nBack-up power supply diesel generator\n\n\nFRS inlet\nRemote monitoring\n\n14 x Reported Incidents within the space of 12 months. \n\n04/05/2022\n12/08/2022\n13/08/2022\n24/09/2022\n25/11/2022\n17/12/2022\n26/01/2023\n05/02/2023\n22/02/2023\n09/03/2023\n12/04/2023\n20/04/2023\n25/04/2023\n03/05/2023\n\nThe incidents \nIt is reported ignition sources included. \n\nlit refuse dropped into the refuse chute to the refuse bin located in the refuse store.\nActivating the premises sprinkler system\n1 sprinkler head actuated on each occasion.\nExtinguishing the fire to the compartment of origin without fire service intervention\n\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. \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.\n\nImportance of Fire Safety Management \nIt is paramount that those designated fire safety managers who have responsibility for fire safety within a building ensure that all fire protection measures in a building can function effectively in the event of a fire including. \n\nWhere the sprinkler alarm functionality is integrated into the premises emergency plan allowing the appropriate emergency response allowing the attendance of the FRS. The actuation of a sprinkler head should be taken as a confirmed fire.\nRefuse fusible-link automatic fire resisting shutters.\n\nManagement is key ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire\, reinforced in an open letter from the LFB in 2020\, forwarded to those responsible for fire specifically aimed at shopping centres\, identifying the importance of maintaining fire safety systems. This principle applies to all buildings where fixed installations are installed. \n ³Incident Recording System Data \n It is reported that where sprinklers were present and actuated in purpose-built block of flats within Great Britain refuse stores accounted for 173 incidents\, West Midland Fire Service attended 71. \n\n41 x Incidents were either contained/controlled.\n27 x Incidents extinguished.\n2 x Did not contain/control.\n1x Not known.\n\nThis data clearly supports the most recent ¹publication commissioned by the National Fire Chiefs Council\, National fire Sprinkler Network\, it was reported that their track record across all building types where sprinklers were identified as present\, operated were 99% efficient in extinguishing or controlling a fire\, 94% efficient in their ability to operate This was further evidenced by the ²Sprinklers Saves UK Annual Review 2021/22 which reinforces the above-mentioned findings that fire sprinklers have a good track record in reducing the impact of fire. \n*FOI Requests for Incident Recording System Data relating to primary fires attended by FRSs in which sprinklers were present for England\, Scotland\, and Wales for the financial years 2018/19 to 2021/2022 \n Links \n¹ Efficiency and Effectiveness of Sprinkler Systems in the United Kingdom: An Analysis from Fire Service Data – Optimal Economics 2017 \n² Sprinkler Saves UK\, Annual Review 2021/22 \n ³BAFSA Incident Data Reports\, Focus on sprinklers within high rise residential flats \nLondon Fire Brigade open letter to shopping centre managers
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/further-update-tall-building-sprinkler-activations-refuse-chute-bin-store/
LOCATION:Birmingham
CATEGORIES:Residential
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T205616Z
UID:10000328-1682765160-1682773920@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Derby Shopping Centre Car Park Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Derby Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 29 April 2023\nTime of call; 10:46\nTime of Stop; 12:45\nIncident closed 13:12\nWhere\, Derby\nOccupancy: Shopping Centre\nAutomatic fire suppression System; BS12845 Sprinkler System\n\nDFRS have reported the following incident involving a motor vehicle fire within a large\, enclosed shopping centre basement car park providing direct access to over 190 shops. \nThe Incident \n\nThree fire appliances were mobilised by DFRS mobilisation control.\nOn arrival\, operational crews identified that a motor vehicle had caught light.\nA team of 4 firefighters were committed wearing breathing apparatus\, identifying that the fire was contained within the engine compartment of the vehicle.\nAs the bonnet of the motor vehicle was opened\, the sprinkler system activated\nContaining and controlling  the fire to within the engine compartment of the motor vehicle.\nPreventing further fire spread to adjacent motor vehicles.\nThe fire was extinguished using one main jet/hose reel.\nDue to heavy smoke logging within the carpark a positive pressure ventilation fan was used to clear the smoke.\nThe premises emergency plan was implemented resulting in the evacuation of the premises.\nNo injuries were reported.\nThe cause of the fire is currently under investigation.\n\n The outcome of this incident could have been so much different when compared to the Kings Dock Car Park Fire where sprinklers were not installed. \n\nThe severe open sided car park fire at the Liverpool Echo Arena on the 31 March 2017 destroyed a seven-story building and up to 1\,400 motor vehicles.\nResulting in Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service commencing investigations into the incident\nPublishing comprehensive report into the fire protection considerations surrounding the fire.\n\nIdentifying\, recommending  \n\nSprinklers are effective in both controlling a developing and fully developed fire.\nWithout sprinklers fire is likely to spread from car to car and dangerous levels of smoke are likely for long periods\nDesigners should seriously consider sprinkler provision to avoid multiple vehicle fires\, resulting in huge insurable losses and the possible loss of life.\nCurrent building regulations for car parks should be reviewed in light of this incident.\n\n \n  \nGovernment Concerns \n\nIn 2006\, Communities & Local Government (CLG) Sustainable Buildings Division commissioned the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to carry out\na 3-year project looking at the problems associated with fires in car parks.\nThe research provides valuable information for designers and other building professionals about the hazards and risks associated with modern motor cars.\nThis research has resulted in the publication of: ‘Fire Spread in Car Parks’ BD2552’ published in 2010 by CLG.\n\nOf particular interest\, the report highlighted the fact that the provision of a automatic fire sprinkler system can resist an outbreak of fire to the vehicle of origin-and this allow safe entry for firefighters to fully extinguish any remnants of a fire. \nImportance of Management \nIt should be remembered sprinklers control the size of the fire\, reduce the amount of smoke produced. Shopping centres are one of the most complex buildings that often include a variety of uses within the complex\, leisure areas\, hotels\, apartments\, cinemas\, and offices underground car parks \nTherefore\, require a high standard of management compared to other building uses reflected with the provision of complex control rooms in many cases. \nAllowing the officer in charge in the event of a fire to implement a comprehensive tactical plan interacting with the fixed fire installations\, using live CCTV footage. \nManagement is key ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire including sprinklers\, fire alarm system\, dry/wet risers\, smoke extraction units and fire curtains. \nTo highlight this\, London Fire Brigade published an open letter in 2020\, to those responsible for fire safety in shopping centres. Highlighting the importance of maintaining fire safety systems including the premises sprinkler system. \nFurther Guidance  \n\nBAFSA Sprinklers in Car Parks Information File 10a\nBAFSA Sprinkler Saves Review\nDFRS\nKings Dock Car Park Fire Report\nLFB Open Letter\nDerby Telegraph.co.uk\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/derby-shopping-centre-car-park-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Derby
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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CREATED:20230726T203904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T203904Z
UID:10000429-1682467200-1682553599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Greater London Tall Building Kitchen Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Kitchen fire\nDate of incident; 26 April 2023\nTime of call; 20:23\nWhere\, Newham\, London\nUse of premises; Purpose built residential block of flats\, 10 or more storeys.\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned fire involving an electrical appliance within the kitchen extinguished by the activation of the premises sprinkler system\, no further firefighting was required. Fire spread was limited to item 1st ignited with total damage reported to be 50-100sqm. \nThis incident demonstrates that a correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect\, raise the alarm and control or in this case extinguish a fire at an early stage of development and activate an alarm. \n\nProtecting firefighters\nProtecting\, reducing risk to life\nProtecting property\n\nAdding  further evidence to the findings of the BAFSA publication focusing on incidents in Greater London where fire sprinklers have helped protect our communities from fire. Fire Sprinklers: Greater London Review\, provides powerful evidence of the role sprinklers play\, as part of an appropriate package of fire safety measures\, in reducing the impact of fire on people property and the environment. \nThe review is broken down into three key areas: a look at fire trends in Greater London for the period 2018-2021 with reference to the fire datasets captured by the IRS\, an overview of fire data-sets for the same period where sprinklers were recorded as being present in three key property types – and finally a collection of AFSS sprinkler save case studies that were reported to the Sprinkler Saves website. \nCopies of the review can be downloaded here 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/greater-london-tall-building-kitchen-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230421T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230421T160223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T161025Z
UID:10000324-1682064000-1682096400@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:London Sprinkler Activations March 2023
DESCRIPTION:London Fire Brigade (LFB) have reported the following activations for the month of March 2023 covering a range of building types where Automatic Fire Suppression Systems (AFSS) have had an impact containing\, controlling\, or extinguishing a building fire. \nThe environmental benefits of sprinklers should not be underestimated they reduce loss\, damage to the environment\, reducing carbon emissions and reducing the use of water from the the resulting firefighting operations preventing expensive restoration of buildings\, replacing expensive equipment and plant \n8 reported AFSS activations were reported providing powerful evidence of the ability of sprinklers to protect life and property from fire. Reinforcing the evidence contained within the Fire Sprinklers Greater London Review which focuses on incidents in Greater London where sprinklers were recorded as being present and operated having an impact. \nIncident Number 1  \n\nDate of incident; 1 March\nPremises; Residential purpose-built block of flats\nIncident; Fire\nTOC; 11:26\nAFSS; Sprinklers\nFull details can be found clicking the following link\n\nIncident Number 2 \n\nDate of incident; 9 March\nPremises; Restaurant/Café\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Kitchen\nTOC; 19:01\nAFSS; Ansul\n\nCommercial kitchen fire involving a deep pan fat fryer\, contained\, controlled to the room of origin by the activation of the Ansul suppression system. On arrival the fire was all out with no firefighting required. \nIncident Number 3 \n\nDate of incident; 12 March\nPremises; Residential purpose-built block of flats 4-9 stories\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Kitchen\nTOC; 15:19\nAFSS; Watermist\n\nCommunal kitchen fire involving a cooker extraction unit which was contained to room of origin following the activation of the residential watermist system. \n Incident Number 4 \n\nDate of incident; 14 March\nPremises; Student Halls of Residence\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Bedroom\nTOC; 13:41\nAFSS; Sprinklers\n\nBedroom fire contained to room of origin with no firefighting action required following the activation of 1 sprinkler head\, the cause of the fire has been recorded as natural occurrence. \n Incident Number 5 \n\nDate of incident; 21 March\nPremises; Recycling plant\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; unknown\nTOC; 09:37\nAFSS; Drencher\n\nOn arrival crews identified a fire involving combustible material which had been contained\, controlled to the room of origin by the activation of the premises drencher system. The fire was extinguished by crews using a main jet. \nIncident Number 6 \n\nDate of incident; 21 March 2023\nPremises; Prison\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Unknown\nTOC; 10:49\nAFSS; Water mist\n\nFirefighters were called to a malicious fire which was successfully contained to the room of origin following the activation of the premises watermist system with no further firefighting required. \nIncident Number 7 \n\nDate of incident; 27 March 2023\nPremises; Purpose-built block of flats 10 or more stories\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Kitchen\nTOC; 19:08\nAFSS; Sprinklers\n\nOn arrival firefighters identified that a kitchen fire had been contained to the room of origin following the activation of 1 sprinkler head with no further firefighting required. \n Incident Number 8 \n\nDate of incident; 28 March 2023\nPremises: Purpose built office\nIncident; Fire\nLocation; Powerhouse/Plant Room\nTOC; 20:43\nAFSS; Sprinklers\n\nOne sprinkler head activated following a fire involving a appliance which was contained to the room of origin with no further firefighting required \n Further guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review\nLondon Fire Brigade\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-sprinkler-activations-march-2023/
LOCATION:London
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230417
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230630T115602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T115602Z
UID:10000426-1681603200-1681689599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:April London Tall Building Sprinkler Activations
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; 2x Tall building Fires\nWhen; 16\, 26 April 2023\nWhere\, Sutton\, Newham\nType of Premises; Purpose Built Block of Flats -10 or more Stories.\nAutomatic fire suppression System; BS9251\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incidents resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system following two kitchen fires. \nOn both occasions the \n\nThe fire was extinguished by the activation of the sprinkler system.\n\n\nSutton fire: 1 sprinkler head activated.\nNewham fire: 4 sprinkler heads activated.\n\n\nRaising the alarm\nlimiting fire spread to the item fire ignited.\nNo firefighting action was required.\n\nThis incident clearly indicates once again the benefits of installing a residential tall building with sprinklers. Rapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan. \n\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.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\n\nWhen you compare these two incidents to the high-rise fire at New Providence Wharf involving an electrical consumer unit reported by LFB on the 7th May 2021 where sprinklers were not fitted the outcome 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 spread from compartment of origin.\n\n               \nLinks:- \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association \, Sprinkler Saves review 2022/2023\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nLFB New Providence Wharf Fire Report\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/april-london-tall-building-sprinkler-activations/
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230426T162142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T162142Z
UID:10000326-1681344000-1681430399@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chester Kitchen Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service (CFRS)\nWhen; 13 April 2023\nTime of call; 13:16\nWhere; Chester\nUse of premises; Residential dwelling\, flat\nFixed installation; Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS)\n\nCFRS have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises sprinkler system. \n  The incident  \n\nTwo fire appliances from Powey Lane and Ellesmere Port fire stations were mobilised.\nTo a small kitchen fire located within a second storey flat.\nOn arrival operational crews established that the fire had been extinguished by the actuation of the premises sprinkler residential system.\n\nLinks \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler saves Annual Review 2021/22\nGreater London Sprinkler Review 2018-2021\nCheshire Fire & Rescue Service
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/chester-kitchen-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Chester
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230413
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230505T195007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T195007Z
UID:10000329-1681257600-1681343999@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Birmingham Tall Building Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Sprinkler Save
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; West Midlands Fire & Rescue Service. (WMFRS)\nIncident; Fire.\nWhen; 12 April 2023.\nTime of call; 02:00.\nWhere\, Salisbury Tower\, 55 Middleway View\, Lady Wood Birmingham.\nOccupancy: Purpose built Flat 10 or more stories.\nAutomatic fire suppression System; BS9251:2014 Residential sprinkler system.\n\nWMFRS have reported the fire involving a residential block of flats resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. \nBackground \n\nAs part of a 3-year programme\, Birmingham City Council approved the installation of retrofitting residential sprinkler systems in 213 high-rise residential blocks of flats in June 2017.\nPrior to this sprinklers were retrofitted into all the communal bin areas of their residential tower block property portfolio.\n\n The Premises \n\n20 Storey residential block of flats.\nContaining\n\n\n116 Flats.\nGround floor common room\, refuse store\, caretakers’ office\, and storage area.\n\n Residential Sprinkler System \n\nBS9251:2014 Residential sprinkler system.\nSprinkler coverage apartments\, ground floor common room\, refuse store\, caretakers’ office\, and storage area.\nCommon ways and stairs not sprinkler protected deemed fire sterile\, managed.\nCategory 3 Enhanced water supply.\n(Dual Pumps\, 60 minutes full holding capacity tank.\nGenerator backup to one pump.\nFRS emergency inlet.\n\nThe Incident \n\nFour fire appliances\, one aerial platform was mobilised by Staffordshire and West Midlands fire control to a tall building fire\, involving a residential flat on the tenth storey of the building.\nFire survival guidance was provided to the family over the telephone by Staffordshire and West Midlands fire control due to smoke percolating throughout the flat compromising the families means of escape.\n3 minutes after being mobilised\, operational crews identified that the fire had been extinguished by the activation of the residential sprinkler system.\nAllowing firefighters to assist the family from their dwelling to a place of safety.\nThe family were removed to hospital for a precautionary check-up.\nThe cause of the fire is believed to involve an electric bike left on charge in the hallway of the flat\, compromising their means of escape from their dwelling.\n\nThis incident clearly identifies the benefits of installing a correctly designed and installed sprinkler system reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke\, allowing more time for the occupants to escape to safety or be rescued. \n Tall buildings fires are one of the most challenging incidents for fire and rescue services\, sadly demonstrated following the Shirley Towers fire which occurred in a residential tall building in Southampton in 2010 which cost the lives of two firefighters. \nBenefits of residential sprinklers for tall building fires \n\nInternal fire spread within the dwelling contained/controlled or in some cases extinguished.\nPreventing further fire spread from the compartment of origin compromising the means of escape from the common ways.\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke\, preventing flash over\nAllowing firefighters in carrying out search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risks to firefighters allowing the residents to be safely evacuated from the premises.\n\nThe danger of E-bike and E-scooter when charging \n\nWMFRS press release refers that the cause of the fire involved an electric bike which was on charge.\nCharging batteries or E-bikes and E-scooters should not take place in your escape routes.\nLondon Fire Brigade (LFB) have reported\, fires involving lithium batteries are the fastest growing fire risk in London.\n\n\nIn 2023 LFB have attended on average\, an e-bike or e-scooter fire once every two days.\nIn 2022\, we attended 87 e-bike and 29 e-scooter fires\, a total of 116 fires.\n\n\nThe dangers of Lithium-Ion battery fires should not be underestimated which can develop into significant and unstoppable *thermal runaway fires.\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\n\nSimon Barry\, Deputy Chief Fire Officer of West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS)\, said: “Sprinklers save lives – as this incident very clearly demonstrates. It could have ended tragically had the council-fitted system not kicked in. \n“Sprinklers are invaluable. They save lives and reduce injuries\, protect firefighters who respond to fires\, and reduce the amount of fire damage to property and the environment.” \nHe added: “Without the sprinklers\, the family could have been very seriously injured or worse. The fire blocked their only way out. The bike battery produced a lot of smoke and fumes\, which quickly spread through the flat. \nFurther guidance/sources \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nWest Midland Fire Rescue Service Press Release\nLondon Fire Brigade The danger of e-bike and e-scooter batteries when charging\n\n*Thermal runaway is an uncontrollable chain reaction in lithium -ion batteries that can lead to a fire situation. These reactions cause a dramatic increase in the internal battery temperature causing the inner components of the battery to destabilize\, degrade which eventually leads to the failure of the battery. \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/birmingham-tall-building-lithium-ion-battery-fire-sprinkler-save/
LOCATION:Birmingham
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230630T100507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T100523Z
UID:10000424-1681171200-1681257599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Croydon High Rise Fire\, Sprinkler Activation\, Reinforces The Findings of The Fire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Tall building Fire\nWhen; 11/04/2023\nTime of call; 14:51\nWhere\, Croydon\nType of Premises; Block of Flats\nAutomatic fire suppression System; BS9251\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. The premises\, 14-storey building formally used for offices\, converted into a residential building containing 404 flats. \nReinforcing the fire data contained within a new *BAFSA publication that focuses on incidents in Greater London where fire sprinklers have assisted to protect our communities from fire.  \nIncident \n\nAt 14:51\, LFB mobilised fire appliances to a flat fire.\nOn arrival operational crews identified a kitchen fire within a flat.\nExtinguished by the activation of 1 sprinkler head installed in the room of origin.\nNo further firefighting was required.\nFire spread was limited to item first ignited involving chip pan/deep fat fryer.\n\nFire Safety Arrangements \n\nFirefighting shafts\nFirefighting lift\nResidential sprinkler system\nDry rising main\nBS5839-6 Grade D LD1 provided within the flats.\nAutomatic opening vents located within the stair cores.\n\nThis incident clearly indicates once again the benefits of installing a residential tall building with sprinklers. Rapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan. \n\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.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\n\nLinks— \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association \, Sprinkler Saves review 2022/2023\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nLFB\n\n*Fire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021 provides powerful evidence of the role sprinklers play\, as part of an appropriate package of fire safety measures\, in reducing the impact of fire on people property and the environment. \nThe review is broken down into three key areas \n\nInterrogating fire trends in Greater London for the period 2018-2021\, reference to the fire data sets captured by the Incident Recording System \nOverview of fire data sets for the same period where sprinklers were recorded as being present in three key property types.\nCollection of Sprinkler save case studies reported to sprinkler saves uk\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/croydon-high-rise-fire-sprinkler-activation-reinforces-the-findings-of-the-fire-sprinklers-greater-london-review-2018-2021/
LOCATION:Croydon
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
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UID:10000337-1681171200-1681257599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:London High Rise Fire Sprinkler Activation\, Reinforces The Findings of The Fire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Tall building Fire\nWhen; 11/04/2023\nTime of call; 14:51\nWhere\, Croydon\nType of Premises; Block of Flats\nAutomatic fire suppression System; BS9251\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. The premises\, 14-storey building formally used for offices\, converted into a residential building containing 404 flats. \nReinforcing the fire data contained within a new BAFSA publication that focuses on incidents in Greater London where fire sprinklers have assisted to protect our communities from fire. Fire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021 provides powerful evidence of the role sprinklers play\, as part of an appropriate package of fire safety measures\, in reducing the impact of fire on people property and the environment.  \nThe review is broken down into three key areas. \n\nInterrogating fire trends in Greater London for the period 2018-2021\, reference to the fire data sets captured by the Incident Recording System \nOverview of fire data sets for the same period where sprinklers were recorded as being present in three key property types.\nCollection of Sprinkler save case studies reported to sprinkler saves uk\n\nIncident \n\nAt 14:51\, LFB mobilised fire appliances to a flat fire.\nOn arrival operational crews identified a kitchen fire within a flat\nExtinguished by the activation of 1 sprinkler head installed in the room of origin\nNo further firefighting was required.\nFire spread was limited to item first ignited involving chip pan/deep fat fryer.\n\nFire Safety Arrangements \n\nFirefighting shafts\nFirefighting lift\nResidential sprinkler system\nDry rising main\nBS5839-6 Grade D LD1 provided within the flats.\nAutomatic opening vents located within the stair cores.\n\nThis incident clearly indicates once again the benefits of installing a residential tall building with sprinklers. Rapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan. \n\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.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\n\nLinks— \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nFire Sprinklers Greater London Review 2018-2021\nLFB\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-high-rise-fire-sprinkler-activation-reinforces-the-findings-of-the-fire-sprinklers-greater-london-review-2018-2021/
LOCATION:Croydon
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230406T043000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230406T043000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230419T211458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T212103Z
UID:10000322-1680755400-1680755400@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Manchester Tall Building Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 6 April 2023\nTime of call; 04:30\nWhere\, Sale\nLocation of fire; Bedroom\nOccupancy; Residential block of flats 10 or more stories\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Residential sprinkler system\n\nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service have reported the following fire involving a residential block of flats resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. \nThe Premises \n\nResidential block of flats of 13 storeys\nPrefab concrete construction block\nBuilt in 1970s.\n\nIncident \n\nGMFRS mobilised 5 Pumping appliances\, 1 Aerial appliance\nThe seat of the fire was established to involve a bed mattress\, linen within a bedroom.\nPrior to the arrival of the FRS\, a resident tackled the fire with a fire extinguisher.\n1x sidewall sprinkler head actuated extinguishing the remainder of the fire.\nGMFRS assume that time taken to extinguish the fire was 5-10 mins.\nFirefighting crews on arrival established that the fire had been extinguished.\nProceeded to turn off the flat sprinkler isolation valve.\nFire damage 3m²\nNatural and PPV ventilation undertaken to clear smoke.\n\nBusiness continuity \n\nGMFRS reported that if it had not been for the sprinkler system\, the flat would have been uninhabitable for several months following the fire with the resident having to be decanted into alternative accommodation.\nEstimated value of damage £1000\n\nThis incident demonstrates once again the benefits of installing sprinklers within residential tall buildings for firefighter safety. \n\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan.\nAllowing firefighters to complete search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which significantly reduces the risk of flashover.\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\nThis incident demonstrates that a correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect\, raise the alarm and control or in this case extinguish a fire at an early stage of development and activate an alarm.\n\n\nProtecting firefighters\nProtecting\, reducing risk to life\nProtecting property\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nGreater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service Sprinkler Week Campaign
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/manchester-tall-building-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Sale
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230413T163024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T163854Z
UID:10000420-1679788800-1679875199@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pembrokeshire Specialised Housing Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 26th March 2023\nTime of call; 22:42\nWhere\, Pembrokeshire\nOccupancy; Specialised Housing\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Residential sprinkler system\n\nMid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service have reported the fire involving a Specialised Housing scheme resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. \nBackground \n\nSpecialised housing contains some of are most vulnerable residents of society\, suffering with physical/cognitive\, and mental health issues affecting their ability to react to fire and/or an alarm compromising their ability to escape a fire.\nThe benefits of installing fire sprinklers for this type of occupancy are clearly demonstrated following the outcome of this incident.\n\nIncident \n\nInternal fire involving the communal laundry room.\n2 sprinkler heads actuated.\nContaining/controlling the fire prior to the arrival of the fire service\nOn arrival operational crews identified that the fire had been contained/controlled\nFire contained to the compartment of origin\nRequiring limited offensive firefighting action to fully extinguish the fire.\nNo injuries were reported.\nEnquires are ongoing to establish the cause of the fire.\n\nLegislation \n\nUnlike Scotland and Wales\, it is not mandatory to install fire sprinklers in new build specialised housing schemes in England.\nBAFSA\, welcome’s the government’s recent proposal for sprinklers to be fitted in new care homes in England a change we have all been calling for in the fire sector for many years\, we would also encourage government to look at fitting sprinklers in new specialised housing schemes following the lead of Scotland and Wales.\n\nNewgrange Care Home Fire \n\nWhen you compare this to the Newgrange care home fire\, housing are most vulnerable residents of society\, the outcome was so much different.\nThe scene of a major fire in 2017 which broke out in the early hours of the morning. The home was occupied by 35 residents\, sprinklers were not fitted. The fire resulted in 33 elderly and immobile residents being rescued by firefighters\, sadly two residents died because of the fire.\n\nIf sprinklers had been fitted the outcome could have been so much different\, following the fire the coroner raised concerns that sprinkler systems are not mandatory in care homes. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) recommended sprinklers be installed. The home was rebuilt – without fire sprinklers. \n \nCredit HFRS \nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nMid and West Wales Fire & Rescue Service\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/pembrokeshire-specialised-housing-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Pembrokeshire
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230317T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230605T162941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T162941Z
UID:10000336-1679061600-1679072400@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nottingham School Fire Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Nottingham Fire & Rescue Service (NFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 17 March 2023\nTime of call; 14:00\nWhere: Sneinton\, Nottinghamshire\nOccupancy: School\, academy\n\nNFRS have reported the following Nottingham Academy fire resulting in the school commercial sprinkler system activating that clearly identifies the benefits of installing fire suppression systems for schools. \nNottingham Academy is a large academy built on two campuses with a capacity of 3750 pupils\, it is one of only a handful of schools in the country with its own nursery\, primary\, Secondary and Sixth form provision. \nThe Incident \n\nFire crews were mobilised from Carlton\, London Road and Stockhill Fire stations.\nOn arrival\, operational crews identified that a small fire in the nursery office was contained and extinguished by the school’s sprinkler system.\nNo injuries were reported.\nThe cause of the fire is currently under investigation.\n\nWatch Manager Wiggan said: “There was only slight fire damage to the room of origin at the school due to them having the correct sprinkler system in place. Without this\, the fire could have spread rapidly and put the school at risk.” \nThey tell a story…………. \nThe reporting of sprinkler saves tell a story bringing the incident to life\, this incident clearly demonstrates the benefits of sprinklers for both life and property protection. \nSchool fires have a devasting impact on both a school and a community\, every year many schools are damaged or destroyed by fires\, affecting the education of pupils across the country causing millions of pounds worth of damage. \nOn this occasion\, the impact of this school fire was minimal due to the decision at the design stage to install fire sprinklers throughout the school: – \n\nFire\, heat/smoke damage contained to the compartment of origin.\nOther locations within the school were unaffected.\nSchools’ continuity allowing pupils/students to return to normality far more efficiently with considerably less disruption.\n\nWhen you compare this to a recent school fire in Yatton Bristol on the 29 May 2023 where sprinklers were not fitted\, the outcome on this occasion was that the school was destroyed by the fire. \nThe image speaks a thousand words……… \n \nImage credit Avon Fire & rescue Service \nLegislation\, did you know it is mandatory for all new schools in Scotland & centrally funded schools in Wales to be fitted with sprinklers. This is not the case for England\, current guidance when first released in 2007\, acknowledged the important role of sprinklers and stated that “all new schools should have fire sprinklers installed except in a few low-risk schools”. \nUnfortunately\, it is possible for designers and developers to circumvent the installation of sprinklers but still improve areas by using other building design guidance. The outcome is new- built schools without fire sprinklers being installed. \nDid you know 219 primary and secondary schools were damaged by fire in 2021/22 in England which is an 35% increase from 2020/21. \nFurther Guidance  \n\nBAFSA:- Sprinklers in Schools Animation\nBAFSA:- Sprinkler saves review 2021/2022\nNFCC Sprinkler tool kit 2023\nNFCC sprinklers in schools position statement\nNFRS press release\nBristol Live\, fire destroys primary school
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/nottingham-school-fire-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Nottingham
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230315
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230324T171953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T194009Z
UID:10000418-1678752000-1678838399@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T003200
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T030000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230309T203753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T204038Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230315T123519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T183651Z
UID:10000417-1677853800-1677861000@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sheffield Shopping Centre Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Image credit South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service \n\nFire Rescue Service; South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (SYFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 3 March 2023\nTime of call; 14:30\nWhere\, Sheffield\nOccupancy; Commercial retail shopping centre\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Commercial sprinkler system\n\nSouth Yorkshire Fire& Rescue Service have reported the following incident involving a fire within a multi-use shopping centre containing retail units\, restaurants\, and screen cinema. \nIncident \n\nOn arrival operational crews identified that a fire within a public toilet cubicle had been extinguished by the activation of 1 sprinkler head.\nNo further firefighting was required by SYFRS.\nIt was established that the cause of the fire was a malicious act.\nFire/smoke\, damage was contained to the compartment of origin.\nNo injuries were reported.\n\nImportance of Management \nIt should be remembered sprinklers control the size of the fire\, reduce the amount of smoke produced. In shopping centres\, it is common practice to protect the commercial unit/shop with sprinklers to control the fire size. Sprinklers are not installed in the malls to prevent overcooling of the smoke\, and the risk of wet slippery surfaces on escape routes. \nShopping centres are one of the most complex buildings that often include a variety of uses within the complex\, leisure areas\, hotels\, apartments\, cinemas\, and offices. Therefore\, require a high standard of management compared to other building uses. \nManagement is key ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire including sprinklers\, fire alarm system\, dry/wet risers\, smoke extraction units and fire curtains. \nTo highlight this\, London Fire Brigade published an open letter in 2020\, to those responsible for fire safety in shopping centres. Highlighting the importance of maintaining fire safety systems including the premises sprinkler system. \nBusiness Continuity\, the inclusion of fire sprinklers  \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses for UK Businesses\nOffer business owners technology which reduces risk to life and degree of damage caused in the event of a fire\nIncrease resilience to fire incidents controlling/extinguishing a fire before the arrival of the FRS\nReduce the impact from fire on business allowing the business to be back up and running within a short period of time.\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nBAFSA Information file number 4\, Retail\nLFB; Open letter to shopping centre managers\n\nSources \n\nSprinklers ensure resilience for business (Government Business)\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/sheffield-shopping-centre-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Sheffied
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T094200
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230326T190332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T184458Z
UID:10000419-1677748500-1677750120@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Leicestershire Shopping Retail Park Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service (LFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 2 March 2023\nTime of call; 09:15\nTime of stop;09:42\nWhere\, Leicester\nOccupancy; Shopping unit\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Commercial sprinkler system\n\nLeicestershire| Fire & Rescue Service have reported the following 3 pump fire involving an out-of-town shopping retail park unit resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system. \nIncident \n\nOn arrival operational crews identified\n\n\nThe premises emergency action plan had been implemented following the activation of the premises fire alarm.\nSmoke percolating from a ground floor storeroom.\n\n\nUpon implementation of the operational tactical plan\, breathing apparatus crew were committed to locate\, extinguish the fire using firefighting media.\nUpon entry within the storeroom \, firefighters observed the activation of the sprinkler system which assisted in containing\, controlling the fire.\nThe stop message was sent to brigade control 09:42\nIt was established that the seat of the fire involved a white goods refrigeration unit activating one sprinkler head.\nFire/smoke\, damage was contained to the room of origin.\nNo injuries were reported.\n\nSprinkler System \n\nAnnex F System\nDuplicate water supplies\nDesigned to OH3\nDedicated storage tank.\n\nComment \n\nDue to the time of the incident the fire rescue service were not delayed accessing the premises\, allowing the operational tactical plan to be immediately implemented.\nOutcome\, successful conclusion to the incident with only minor fire/smoke damage reported within the compartment of origin\, demonstrating the benefits of sprinklers for firefighter safety\, business continuity.\nHowever\, if this incident took place out of hours with the premises not protected by a sprinkler system the outcome would have been so much different. Access to the premises for the FRS would have been severely delayed\, the outcome allowing a relatively small fire developing to a major fire resulting in severe fire damage or even loss of the retail unit.\n\nSource\, Leicestershire live. \nThe fire service spokesman said: “The cause of the fire was accidental. It was started by an electrical fault in a refrigeration unit in a storeroom.” He added that none of the store’s stock was damaged in the blaze\, with the damage limited to the area of the refrigeration unit. \nSprinklers are the only active fire measure. \n\nWhich detects a fire\nProvides audible warning.\n\n\nContains\, controls or extinguishes a fire.\n\nBusiness Continuity\, the inclusion of fire sprinklers  \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses for UK Businesses\nOffer business owners technology which reduces risk to life and degree of damage caused in the event of a fire\nIncrease resilience to fire incidents controlling/extinguishing a fire before the arrival of the FRS\nReduce the impact from fire on business allowing the business to be back up and running within a short period of time.\n\nImportance of Management \n\nIs paramount ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire including sprinklers\, fire alarm system\, dry/wet risers\, smoke extraction units and fire curtains. To highlight this\, London Fire Brigade published an open letter in 2020\, to those responsible for fire safety in shopping centres. Highlighting the importance of maintaining fire safety systems including the premises sprinkler system\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nBAFSA Information file number 4\, Retail\nLFB; Open letter to shopping centre managers\n\nSources \n\nSprinklers ensure resilience for business (Government Business)\nLeicestershirelive\nLeicestershire Fire & Rescue Service\n\n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/leicestershire-shopping-retail-park-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:leicester
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T013000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230307T171712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T175848Z
UID:10000415-1677547800-1677598200@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ipswich Shopping Centre Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 28 February 2023\nTime of call; 01:30\nWhere; Ipswich\nOccupancy; Shopping centre\nAutomatic Fire Suppression System; Commercial sprinkler system\n\nSFRS have reported the following incident involving a retail shopping centre resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system. \nIncident \n\nCommercial kitchen fire\n2x sprinkler heads actuated.\nContaining/controlling and extinguishing the fire prior to the arrival of SFRS\nThe benefit of which contained the fire to the room of origin.\nOperational crews identified that the cause of the fire was due to a dehumidifier electrical appliance.\nThe sprinkler isolating valve for the activated sprinkler zone\, isolated by SFRS following confirmation that the fire had been extinguished.\nThe benefit of which allowed.\n\n\nThe remaining zones within the premises to remain online.\nPreventing water egress effecting other areas of the premises\n\n\nWithin a short period of time the sprinkler engineer reinstated\, serviced\, tested the sprinkler system.\n\nManagement \n\nIs paramount ensuring the premises fire safety systems are operable in the event of a fire including    sprinklers\, fire alarm system\, dry/wet risers\, smoke extraction units and fire curtains\nTo highlight this\, London Fire Brigade published an open letter in 2020\, to those responsible for fire safety in shopping centres. Highlighting the importance of maintaining fire safety systems including the premises sprinkler system\n\nBusiness Continuity\, this incident clearly demonstrates the inclusion of fire sprinklers.  \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses for UK Businesses\nOffer business owners technology which reduces risk to life and degree of damage caused in the event of a fire\nIncrease resilience to fire incidents controlling/extinguishing a fire before the arrival of the FRS\nReduce the impact from fire on business allowing the business to be back up and running within a short period of time\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nLFB; Open letter to shopping centre managers\n\nSources \n\nSprinklers ensure resilience for business (Government Business)\nSuffolk Fire & Rescue Service
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/ipswich-shopping-centre-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Ipswich
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230301
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230620T192138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T203430Z
UID:10000421-1677542400-1677628799@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Automatic Fire Suppression Watermist Activation: School
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; Kent Fire Rescue Service (KFRS)\nIncident; Educational building fire\nWhen; 28/02/2023\nWhere\, Hawkhurst\, Kent\nType of Premises; School\nAutomatic fire suppression System: Low Pressure Watermist System designed and installed to BS8489\n\nThe above-mentioned incident has been reported resulting in the activation of the premises watermist system. \nThe premises consists of a co-educational nursery\, pre-prep and prep preparatory school for children aged 3 to 13. The fire took place within a two-storey building containing 2x design\, technology workshops on the ground floor with 4 additional classrooms on the first floor. \nIncident \n\nDuring a workshop school lesson\, a fire broke out involving a laser cutter.\nActivating the premises fire alarm system\, nearest water mist nozzle adjacent to the fire.\nThe school emergency plan was implemented resulting in the school being evacuated.\nThe fire was contained\, controlled\, and extinguished by the activation of one watermist nozzle head within the compartment of origin.\nThe watermist system was isolated by maintenance staff following assessment the fire had been extinguished preventing water collateral damage\n\nThis system actuation ensured that: \n\nDamaged caused by the fire and subsequent firefighting actions by the FRS was minimal.\nStudents were able to return to the premises within an hour following the close of the incident.\nThe classroom involved with the fire was able to be reoccupied the next day following the reinstallation of the watermist system and completion of minor cosmetic repairs.\n\nFurther information about watermist systems  is contained in the BAFSA publication BIF 9 \nLinks‑‑ \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nGreater London Review of Fire Sprinklers\nWater mist systems for protection of buildings BIF 9\nNottingham School Fire Sprinkler activation
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/automatic-fire-suppression-watermist-activation-school/
LOCATION:kent
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230211
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230215T225958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T073305Z
UID:10000413-1675987200-1676073599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Warehouse Fork lift Fire\,  Sprinkler Activation Runcorn
DESCRIPTION:Image credit Cheshire Fire Rescue Service \n\nFire Rescue Service; Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service (CFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 10 February 2023\nTime of call; 06:10\nWhere\, Cheshire\nOccupancy; Warehouse\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Commercial sprinkler system\n\nCFRS have reported the following 2 pump fire involving the premises Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) powered forklift truck within a warehouse resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system. \nThe Incident \n\nOn arrival crews identified that the premises\n\n\nEmergency action plan had been implemented\nActivation of the premises sprinkler system\n\n\nThe source of the fire was identified to involve the premises LPG powered forklift truck located within the warehouse\n1x sprinkler head actuated immediately above the seat of the fire containing/controlling the fire prior to the arrival of CFRS\nAllowing crucial time for the officer in charge to implement their operational tactical plan\nBreathing apparatus crews were committed to extinguishing the fire suppressing remaining hot spots with firefighting media\, 1 x jet.\nEnquires are ongoing to identify the cause of the fire\n\nFirefighter Safety \n\n This incident clearly demonstrates the benefits of sprinklers for fires involving cylinders.\nA fire where a cylinder is confirmed to be involved has the potential to be devastating.\nWhen exposed to extreme heat gas cylinders are at a risk of failure and may rapture due to over pressure. Increasing the risk to firefighter safety when tackling fires where cylinders are involved.\nIt is paramount that fires involving cylinders are immediately cooled with copious amounts of water cooling the cylinder reducing the risk of rupture clearly demonstrated by the activation of the sprinkler system.\n\nBusiness Continuity  \nThis is the second incident reported to Sprinkler Saves Uk involving an LPG powered forklift truck on both occasions the sprinkler system activated controlling\, containing the fire clearly demonstrating the inclusion of fire sprinklers \n\nPrevent major financial and equipment losses for UK Businesses\nOffer business owners technology which reduces risk to life and degree of damage caused in the event of a fire\nIncrease resilience to fire incidents controlling/extinguishing a fire before the arrival of the FRS\nReduce the impact from fire on business allowing the business to be back up and running within a short period of time\nOn this occasion it is reported that the estimated value of damage due to the fire was up to £10\,000 with only 1 business day lost due to the fire\n\nThe images of the incident reinforce \n\nFire damage contained to the forklift truck\nNo visible fire damage to the racking or palletised goods\nWater released from the sprinkler head containing/controlling the fire\, cooling the LPG\n\nA similar incident involving a fork lift fire was caught on video demonstrating the effectiveness of a sprinkler system extinguishing the fire before the arrival of the fire rescue service. Click here to open  \nVideo Credit Tyne & Wear FRS \nFurther guidance/Information \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nCheshire Fire Rescue Service\nGateshead\, Warehouse Sprinkler Save\n\nSources \n\nCheshire Fire Rescue Service\nSprinklers ensure resilience for business (Government Business)
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/warehouse-fork-lift-fire-sprinkler-activation-runcorn/
LOCATION:Runcorn
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T112600
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T122600
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230302T202026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T202105Z
UID:10000414-1675250760-1675254360@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:London Tall Building Residential Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 1 February 2023\nTime of call; 11;26\nWhere\, Thamesmead\nOccupancy; Residential block of apartments (10 or more stories)\nAutomatic fire suppression system; Residential sprinkler system\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises residential sprinkler system. \nThe premises\, Residential block of apartments of 12 stories\, incorporating a range of 2- and 3-bedroom apartments with a podium garden onsite concierge. \nIncident \n\nOn arrival crews identified that the fire was within the hallway of a second-floor apartment\nTwo concealed sprinkler heads actuated extinguishing the fire.\n5% of the apartment was damaged by fire\, with no injuries reported.\nThe cause of the fire is believed to have been accidental involving incense oil burner\nFirefighting actions\, breathing apparatus crews committed with one jet\, water supply via wet riser.\n\nThis incident demonstrates once again the benefits of installing sprinklers within residential tall buildings for firefighter safety. \n\nRapidly reducing the rate of production of heat and smoke allowing the fire officer crucial time to implement the operational tactical plan.\nAllowing firefighters to complete search and rescue operations by limiting fire development\, which  significantly reduces the risk of flashover.\nIntegrity of the means of escape\, maintained.\nFire contained within the compartment of origin.\nThis incident demonstrates that a correctly designed and installed sprinkler system can detect\, raise the alarm and control or in this case extinguish a fire at an early stage of development and activate an alarm.\n\n\nProtecting firefighters\nProtecting\, reducing risk to life\nProtecting property\n\nFurther guidance \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review\nLFB AFSS\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/london-tall-building-residential-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:thamesmead
CATEGORIES:Residential
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T012000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T152000
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230205T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230205T205820Z
UID:10000409-1674436800-1674487200@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bolton Restaurant Sprinkler Activation
DESCRIPTION:Bolton Fire Sprinkler Activation  \n\nFire Rescue Service; Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service (GMFRS)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 23 January 2023\nTime of call; 01:20\nWhere\, Bolton\nOccupancy; Restaurant\nAutomatic fire suppression System; Fire Sprinklers\n\nGMFRS\, have reported the above-mentioned incident resulting in the activation of the premises commercial sprinkler system \nIncident \n\n3 x Pump fire with pumping appliances attending from Bolton Central and one from Bolton North\nOn arrival operational crews identified that the premises sprinkler system actuated extinguishing the fire located on the ground floor of the premises\n2 x sprinkler heads actuated\nOperational crews wearing breathing apparatus extinguished remaining hot spots\nThe cause of the fire is currently under investigation\nNo injuries were reported\n\nThe Bolton News reported that the incident was a suspected arson attack\, with police enquires ongoing \nBusiness continuity \nDisappointingly reference is made to water egress caused by the sprinkler system following activation\, it should be noted. \n\nThis incident was a suspected arson attack\nTwo sprinkler heads actuated due to the predetermined temperature of the head being reached.\nThe fire was extinguished before the arrival of GMFRS\nPreventing a minor small fire from accelerating into a major fire\nMinor disruption to the business\nOnce it has been confirmed to the Officer in Charge that the fire has been extinguished the sprinkler system will be isolated\, to achieve this the fire rescue service require the appropriate information to interact with the sprinkler system.\n\nIt is best practice that owners or managers for any premises provide up-to-date plans/information allowing key fire safety systems including the location of sprinkler isolation valves for sprinkler systems to be immediately available allowing Fire Rescue Services to interact with these systems on their arrival. \nFurther guidance can be found in \n\nBS EN 12845\, Signs\, notices\, and information\n\n \n  \n\nBritish Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nGMFRS\nThe Bolton News
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/bolton-restaurant-sprinkler-activation/
LOCATION:Bolton
CATEGORIES:Commercial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230112
DTSTAMP:20260419T120731
CREATED:20230116T204156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T204408Z
UID:10000406-1673395200-1673481599@www.sprinklersaves.co.uk
SUMMARY:Student Halls of Residence Activation Stratford
DESCRIPTION:Fire Rescue Service; London Fire Brigade (LFB)\nIncident; Fire\nWhen; 11 January 2023\nWhere\, Stratford\nTime of call: 14:27\nUse of premises; Resident halls of residence\nLocation of incident: Room\nFixed installation; Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS)\n\nLFB have reported the above-mentioned incident involving a relatively small fire caused by smoking within a student hall of residence of 25 floors. \nThe flat fire was extinguished by the actuation of one concealed sprinkler head\, no injuries were reported with 500 persons evacuating the premises in accordance with the evacuation strategy simultaneous evacuation. \nThe Cube Student Accommodation Fire \nThe danger of student accommodation fires cannot be underestimated as this was clearly demonstrated following the fire in Bolton involving the premises known as the ‘Cube’ November 2019. The speed with which the fire took hold and the devastating impact it had on the building was shocking. The Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service (GMFRS) press release states that due to the full and immediate evacuation of the premises many lives were saved. \nFull details on the incident are contained in the GMFRS Cube Incident Report\, it should be noted sprinklers were not fitted. \nThe previous reported activation involving a fire within a student hall of residence took place at Wembley on the 2 April 2022\, involving a communal kitchen fire on the second floor of a student accommodation block resulting in the evacuation of 190 people. \nFive Sprinkler heads activated containing/controlling the fire to room of origin\, on arrival operational crews wearing breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using one jet. \nIdentifying once again the clear benefits of installing sprinklers in residential tall buildings. \nLinks/source \n\nBAFSA\, Sprinkler Saves Annual Review 2021/22\nManchester Fire and Rescue Service Cube Fire Report\nWembley Student accommodation activation
URL:https://www.sprinklersaves.co.uk/saves/student-halls-of-residence-activation-stratford/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:Residential
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