Network installation of a big hole increases risk of fire spreading

We strongly encourage anyone spotting any breach of practice to either engage with the premises manager or to notify the local fire brigade. Here are some examples and the cost to rectify the issues which have been sent in to Firescout.

Network installation of a big hole increases risk of fire spreading

Danger Score4.1/5

"Lazy IT workers installing optic firbe cables cut a hole in a wall to reduce ladder usage. But the fire in the room below could have destroyed whole roof, putting beridden clients below at serious risk."

Possible fine?Yes

Cost to remedy?£250.00

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Spotted:2012-09-29

Posted by:Messy

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" " It is important to control contractors during works and inspect the finished product prior to payment being made. Fires are made worse when they are given the space to spread and not limited with compartmentation, so when building work is taken out be sure that new hazards aren't introduced.