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The Fire Safety Event

8 - 10 APRIL 2025

NEC, Birmingham

Fire Industry Association

Fire extinguishers

Fire Industry Association

FIRE INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (STAND 4/N10)

The FIA is the largest fire protection trade association in the UK with 1000+ members. They are a not-for-profit organisation and a major provider of fire safety training. Their objective is to promote, improve and perfect fire protection methods, devices, services and apparatus. 

FIA achieves this through the representation of their members, providing technical support, guidance and opportunities for professional advancement through education and appropriate regulation.

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WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE FIRE SAFETY EVENT

FIA MEMBERS LOUNGE

FIA MEMBERS LOUNGE

The FIA Members Lounge at the Fire Safety Event provides an exclusive space for FIA members to network, relax, and connect with industry peers. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, engage in insightful conversations, and strengthen professional relationships in a comfortable setting. It’s the perfect spot to recharge and expand your fire safety network.

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FIA GUIDANCE THEATRE

FIA GUIDANCE THEATRE

The FIA Guidance Theatre at the Fire Safety Event offers expert insights and practical advice on fire safety regulations and best practices. Attendees can learn from industry leaders, stay updated on compliance standards, and discover innovative solutions to enhance fire protection strategies. A must-visit for safety professionals seeking valuable knowledge.

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10:40
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Ian Moore OBE, CEO of the FIA opens the FIA Guidance Theatre with his reflections on the work that the FIA and wider industry are and should be doing with regards to continuously striving to raise competency levels and expectations in fire safety. session synposis
11:20
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Will Lloyd, FIA Head of Technical and Chair of FSH/1,2 the BSI committee responsible for the development of Fire Detection and Alarm standards, presents on what to expect in the imminent revision of BS 5839-1
13:15
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Gaseous fire extinguishing systems provide fast knockdown of flames in areas of high intrinsic value and where mission critical protection from fire is a prerequisite. Furthermore the systems operate at the incipient stages of a fire to Inert the protected are so that a damaging fire never really get the chance to develop. They provide a clean extinguishing solution that is free from moistuire and residues and is electrically nonconductive in vital risks that cannot aƯord periods of downtime.
14:00
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    This CPD accredited seminar, hosted by Paul Gatens, will explore best practice when it comes to the functional testing of multi-sensor detectors.  During the presentation you will have the chance to gain insights into industry standards, best practices, and be introduced to solutions which support compliant functional testing.  The content will also cover correct testing procedures for smoke, heat, and multi-sensor detectors and how to identify sensors. This is an ideal learning opportunity for fire engineers and service managers who are keen to enhance their operational efficiency and discover how the latest test solutions are supporting productivity and compliance further with the automatic recording of test results.
15:10
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Looking at the importance of connected fire detection in a domestic setting and the use of wireless interconnection. Regs and requirements Categories of fire Protection LD1 LD2 LD3 and linked grades D1 D2.
14:00
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    The session will be presented by Keith Todd, Partner of Ridge and Partners LLP, discipline lead for fire at Ridge. It will share practical experiences of safety evidence gathering, assessment of building safety risks, approach to ‘what if’ studies, and the overall safety argument for existing Higher Risk Buildings, which is an area that Ridge is actively engaged in. The session will provide delegates with an overview of considerations as part of developing a building safety risk assessment and how this is used in the safety case, and safety case report.
15:10
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Andy Speake ,National Technical Manager for Aico and chair of the FIA IoT forum gives an overview of the forums work and leads a panel discussion with other industry leaders
10:40
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    In this presentation, we'll explore the vital role that fire curtains play in building fire safety, discussing the types of fire curtains available, their real-life applications, and how they contribute to saving lives and protecting property. We’ll also cover essential standards and compliance requirements, criteria for selecting the right fire curtain, installation best practices, and service and maintenance considerations aligned with BS 8524-1:2013.
11:20
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    Will Lloyd, FIA Head of Technical and Chair of FSH/1,2 the BSI committee responsible for the development of Fire Detection and Alarm standards, presents on what to expect in the imminent revision of BS 5839-1
12:00
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
13:15
  1. FIA Guidance Theatre
    30 mins
    • FIA Guidance Theatre
    FIA Technical Manager, Rob Thilthorpe, presents the latest update on UK, EU and worldwide PFAS restrictions and the impact on the fire industry

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