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HSE Advice Covid-19 - Examination and testing of lifts & pressure equipment
20-04-2020 Water
The HSE recognises the potential challenges when carrying out legal requirements for thorough examination and testing (TE&T) of plant and equipment as a result of additional precautions people need to take to help reduce risk of transmission of coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more
Safe management of water systems in buildings during the Covid-19 outbreak
06-04-2020 Water
The ramifications of Covid-19 self-isolation and the lock-down/closure of premises will be the vastly reduced water usage within premises, increasing the risk of legionella and other water-borne bacteria surviving and proliferating within a building's water systems. Building owners/managers need to take action to reduce this risk. Read more
Introducing Safety SMART - the simpler, smarter way to manage your compliance
17-03-2020 Health & Safety
We would like to introduce Safety SMART one of our new Metro SMART IT products. Safety SMART is the simpler, smarter way to manage your compliance. Read more
Asbestos - Managing the hidden killer
19-01-2020 Asbestos
The HSE puts the number of UK asbestos-related deaths at around 5,000 per year. That’s an average of 13 deaths per day: the highest rate of asbestos-related deaths in the world. Read more
Metro SRM trio ahieve IFE Level 3 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection
14-01-2020 Fire
Congratulations to Clark Murray, Phil Plant and Russell Jones, three of our senior fire safety consultants who recently passed the IFE Level 3 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection. Read more
Our digital platform MOBY brings a host of client benefits
20-10-2019 Fire
We are delighted to say that over 95% of our fire alarm and other test visits are now digitally captured giving quicker access to information. Paperless reporting means we are not only reducing our carbon footprint and helping save the planet, but it's good news for our clients too. Read more
Metro SRM appointed framework suppliers to LHC
18-10-2019 Fire
We are pleased to announce that Metro SRM are now Framework Suppliers for LHC, one of the oldest and most trusted local government procurement organisations for the coming three years. Read more
Asbestos 20 years on and still a major killer - Improving the culture around asbestos mana…
16-09-2019 Asbestos
It’s now nearly 20 years since new asbestos usage was banned in the UK. However, despite rigorous legislation and guidance asbestos remains the greatest source of workplace deaths in the UK. Read more
Fire warden training course dates autumn/winter 2019
21-08-2019 Fire
In the event of an emergency nominated staff play a significant role in the successful evacuation of premises. Read more
High summer temperatures bring increased legionella risks
16-07-2019 Water
This week we have seen temperatures soar across the UK. Whilst most of us welcome the sunny weather, it's important to be aware of the impact this may have in terms of increasing the legionella risks at your properties. Read more
Digital reporting - it's better for our clients and the environment
01-07-2019 Other News
Digital reporting- it's better for our clients and the environment. Read more
Fire Warden Training Course Dates Summer/Autumn 2019
19-06-2019 Fire
In the event of an emergency nominated staff play a significant role in the successful evacuation of premises. Read more
Building safety consultation: Have your say
18-06-2019 Other News
The Government has published a consultation for a fundamental reform of building safety requirements. Read more
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: call for evidence
18-06-2019 Other News
The Government is seeking feedback on the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 – the Fire Safety Order – which regulates fire safety in non-domestic premises. Read more
Metro Safety achieves Constructionline Gold
28-05-2019 Other News
We are pleased to announce that following pre-qualification to government and industry accredited standards, Metro Safety are now certified as a Constructionline Gold Member. Read more
Announcing our new digitalised reporting
04-02-2019 Other News
Many of our customers told us they wanted quicker access to information following our site visits. We listened and as a result we are pleased to introduce MOBY our new digital visit capture and reporting system. Read more
Registration is now open for our CPD seminar - London 16th May
01-01-2019 Other News
We would like to invite you to join us at our CPD seminar on Thursday 16th May.Our first CPD event of 2019 features a series of three new presentations on the topics of fire safety, legionella control and asbestos management. Read more
Metro Safety certified for the design & verification of fire alarms
20-11-2018 Fire
Congratulations to Mark Jefferson and the maintenance team for successfully passing our recent BAFE inspection. It’s great to see our commitment to excellence being reflected in our accreditations. Read more
Fire safety is changing: Prepare yourself for the challenges ahead
22-10-2018 Fire
Following Dame Judith Hackitt’s report there is an acceptance that there will be fundamental and ongoing changes that will affect our approach to fire safety. Organisations will need to be ready to adapt and evolve their approach to fire safety and make sure that they are prepared to meet these... Read more
Metro SRM becomes an LCA registered service provider
18-09-2018 Other News
We are proud to announce that Metro SRM has recently achieved membership of the Legionella Control Association (LCA). Read more
Metro Safety to deliver fire risk assessments to SEC members
10-05-2018 Other News
Metro Safety are delighted to have been appointed as a contractor for the provision of fire risk assessments under lots 1 and 2 of the South East Consortium (SEC), fire consultancy framework. Read more
Fire Door Inspections - Would your fire doors stand the test in a fire emergency?
06-03-2018 Fire
Fire doors form a vital part of your building’s passive fire protection system. They prevent the flow of smoke and fire and help compartmentalise a building to provide a safe means of escape for its occupants. They are essential in all buildings and are an integral element of your fire... Read more
Metro Safety raises over £20,000 for 4 Good Causes
30-01-2018 Other News
We are delighted to announce that we have managed to raise a staggering £20,058 for our 4 Good Causes 25th anniversary charity initiative. This means that we have not only reached, but in fact exceeded our target and are have been able to donate the money we had pledged to our... Read more
Updated certification for ISO:9001 & ISO:14001
26-12-2017 Other News
We are delighted to announce that Metro Safety Group which also includes Metro SRM and Strategic Risk Management (Asbestos) Limited have successfully updated their ISO:9001 and ISO:14001 certification to the new 2015 standard for the provision of consultancy to the property and related industries. Read more
Fire warden responsibilities
24-12-2017 Fire
Fire wardens play an important role both in helping your business minimises the risk of a fire breaking out, and also helping execute a successful evacuation of the premises in an emergency situation. Read more
Welcome back to our ‘Six in Six’ team
30-09-2017 Other News
Metro Safety have once again demonstrated their commitment to charity. As part of the campaign to raise £20,000 for 4 Good Causes during Metro Safety’s 25th anniversary year, a team of 10 cyclists took on the huge challenge of cycling through 6 countries in 6 days, covering a total distance... Read more
Recommended action following an acid attack
27-09-2017 Health & Safety
Burns caused by acid, alkaline or caustic chemicals can be very damaging and need immediate medical attention. Make sure you know what to do in an emergency. Read more
