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At Harrison Clarke, we see the real-world impact of fire safety regulations every day. In this video, our Chartered Building Surveyors share expert insights into fire safety in buildings - what’s changed, what’s required, and why it matters.

Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
00:25 – History of Fire Safety in the UK
00:38 – The Great Fire of London (1666)
00:56 – Theatre Royal Fire (1887)
01:08 – Summerland Disaster (1973)
01:20 – Grenfell Tower Tragedy (2017)
01:43 – New Fire Regulations
01:54 – The Fire Safety Act 2021
02:05 – The Building Safety Act 2022
02:31 – The Banning of Combustible Cladding
02:38 – New Evacuation Plans for High-Rise Buildings
02:54 – Stricter Fire Door Inspections
03:04 – Responsibilities for Homeowners
04:21 – Fire Safety for Business Owners
05:42 – Why Professional Assessments Matter

We walk you through the key historic fires that shaped UK fire safety laws, including:
The Great Fire of London
The Theatre Royal Fire
The Summerland Disaster
The Grenfell Tower Tragedy

We also break down the most recent legislation updates, such as the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Building Safety Act 2022. You'll learn how these changes affect residential and commercial buildings, and what steps you need to take to stay compliant.

Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or business owner, this video explains:
Fire safety laws in the UK
What fire risk assessments involve
The rules on smoke alarms, extinguishers, escape routes & more
How often you need to carry out inspections
What makes a building ‘high risk’ under current regulations

Fire safety isn’t just a box-ticking exercise - it’s a legal responsibility. And one that protects lives.

Need help with fire safety assessments or building compliance?
Visit https://harrisonclarke.co.uk or call 02381 55 00 51 to speak to one of our experienced Chartered Building Surveyors.

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