Fire and Security Guides for UK Businesses
FIDEC guides give practical fire safety and commercial security advice for business owners, facilities managers, and H&S leads across the UK.
Fire and security guides
Practical fire safety and commercial security guides for UK business owners, landlords and facilities teams.
Will the Fire Brigade Attend a Commercial Fire Alarm? UK Guide
A monitored commercial fire alarm does not guarantee fire brigade attendance. See how UK response policies work and what buyers should specify in 2026.
Can UK Businesses Share CCTV Footage? 2026 Guide
UK businesses can share CCTV with police and selected staff when it is necessary and secure. See the ICO's July 2026 rules and the system features you need.
How Much Does Commercial Access Control Cost in the UK?
There is no reliable UK price per access control door without a survey. See what changes a commercial quote and how to compare full system costs.
BS 5839-1:2025 Changes for Commercial Fire Alarms
What the revised BS 5839-1:2025 standard means for commercial fire alarm records, servicing, false alarm investigations, system interfaces and 2026 reviews.
Commercial Fire Alarm Installation: 15 Common Questions
Clear answers to 15 common questions about commercial fire alarm system installation, including design, cost, disruption, certification and handover.
How Many Fire Extinguishers Does a Business Need?
Most UK workplaces start with one 13A water-based extinguisher per 200 square metres and at least two per floor, then add equipment for specific risks.
Can UK Businesses Use Facial Recognition CCTV? 2026 Guide
UK businesses can use facial recognition CCTV in some circumstances. Check the 2026 ICO rules on DPIAs, watchlists, human review, signs and safer alternatives.
Security Alarm Systems for Business: Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide to security alarm systems for business, covering intruder alarm types, monitoring, property risks, signalling, and quote comparison.
Retail CCTV Security Systems Guide
A plain guide to retail CCTV security systems, covering camera placement, recording, staff safety, burglar alarm installation, and security alarms for business.
Alarm Signalling Upgrade Manchester
A practical guide for Manchester businesses with fire alarms or intruder alarms still using old phone lines, legacy diallers, Redcare-style signalling, or unreliable single-path monitoring.
Commercial Intruder Alarm Installation Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide to choosing a commercial intruder alarm system, covering grades, monitoring, police response, signalling, insurance, installer checks, and quote comparison.
Commercial CCTV Installation Guide for UK Businesses
A practical UK commercial CCTV installation guide covering surveys, camera placement, recording, privacy, remote access and installer questions.
What kind of CCTV system does my business need?
The right CCTV system depends on what you need the footage to prove, where the main risks are, how quickly you need a response, and how the system will be managed under UK data protection rules.
How often should a commercial fire alarm be serviced?
Commercial fire alarms should normally be serviced by a competent specialist every six months, with weekly user tests and daily panel checks between visits. Here is what UK guidance expects and when a site may need more frequent attention.
Is Your Intruder Alarm Future-Proof? 2026 UK Business Guide
PSTN switch-off, 2G retirement, false alarm limits, and alarm grading are all affecting how commercial intruder alarms are specified and monitored in 2026. Here is the practical check every business should make now.
RPEEP Duties: What Responsible Persons Need to Do in 2026
The evacuation planning duties are in force in England. Check which residential buildings are covered, what responsible persons must do and where systems may need review.
Lithium Battery Charging Fire Safety for Businesses (2026)
Charging and storing lithium-ion batteries creates a specific fire risk. This guide covers charging areas, procurement, storage and emergency planning for UK premises.
Martyn's Law: UK Business Premises Security Checks
Martyn's Law is expected to come into force in spring 2027. Check the 200 and 800 person thresholds, current guidance and practical premises planning.
Is Your Alarm Still Working? PSTN Switch-Off Guide
The PSTN network is being switched off by January 2027. If your alarm relies on a legacy phone line, older mobile signalling or Redcare-style monitoring, check the communication path.
Access Control Systems for UK Businesses (2026)
A practical guide to commercial access control types, door hardware, fire escape considerations, biometric data, maintenance and quote comparison.
Fire Risk Assessment Law for UK Businesses
What the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 actually requires, what changed in April 2026, the five steps, common mistakes, and the consequences of getting it wrong.
UK Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Complete Guide (2026)
BS 5839 categories, conventional vs addressable systems, false alarm causes, what a professional installation looks like, and how to choose an installer in Greater Manchester.
