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@BAFSAFocus reports #Secretary of #State for #Housing has announced proposals for #fire#sprinklers to be installed in new #highrise blocks of #flats.Minded also to reduce height at which those sprinklers are required down to 18m. More info can be found at https://t.co/Ruu8s5Ogoc
With just 2 of the 90 schools affected by #fire in 2017 with automatic #sprinkler systems fitted, we back @LondonFire on calls for sprinklers to be mandatory in new build schools https://t.co/w7NPDPbxpX
By preventing large #fires, they also protect the environment by avoiding CO2 emissions, excess Fire & Rescue Service water use and by preventing buildings from being destroyed by fire. Read more facts here https://t.co/37450AXofH
Current #regulations only call for #firesprinklers to be installed in warehouses over 20,000m2 & there is no requirement at all for industrial buildings. 69% of people surveyed weren't aware of these guidelines. Download our report here for more insights. https://t.co/Bdgs9yM4qk
To those asking if there's anything they can do to help, thank you 🙏🏼 But all you can do is stay safe by following the advice from ourselves, @PHE_uk @TamesideCouncil & @GMPSaddleworth. Good round up of the advice here: https://t.co/IHtXGfl3MF
Greater Manchester Police is currently assessing the scene with a helicopter in Tameside which will help Manchester Fire and Rescue Service formulate a tactical plan for fighting the fire.
Keep an eye out for some images from the air.
Photos: Manchester Fire & Ian Beesley
#Sprinklers do they work? Well yes they do! Read our latest blog piece by the Secretary of the #BSA, Tom Roche, as he outlines why sprinklers are so important here. https://t.co/jua4O6WKG3
Our #businessresilience report details that facts and benefits of installing #firesprinklers and future-proofing your business. Download your copy here https://t.co/yIpyXGCvu6
Fires in business buildings without sprinklers emit more than 350,000 tonnes of CO2 each year, the equivalent of the annual CO2 emissions of more than 140,000 cars. Download our business resilience guide to discover the benefits of #sprinklers: https://t.co/yIpyXGCvu6
Just popped into see the new neighbours - looks fantastic and very busy!
Welcome to the village and looking forward to trying the food soon 🥂 #oldhamhour https://t.co/AGFcgkeHm5
Read this #blog to discover how #sprinklersystems can be used efficiently to improve #firesafety in a range of new & existing buildings. https://t.co/aeP0GVTOih