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Introducing our new enhanced testing & maintenance services.
15-09-2021 Fire
Our digital platform and service improvements mean we can now offer real time reporting and a host of other exciting customer benefits too. Read more
Fire Door Safety Week 20th - 26th September - Would your fire doors stand the test in a fi…
15-09-2021 Fire
. Fire Door Safety Week 20th-26th September aims to raise awareness of the critical role that fire doors play in saving lives and protecting property. 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... Read more
Fire risk assessment of high risk residential premises under intense scrutiny
11-08-2021 Fire
Recommendations arising from the Grenfell Tower enquiry have resulted in the fire risk assessment of high risk residential premises being placed under intense scrutiny, and the core principles of fire safety management in such buildings being challenged in formal forums, and on social media. Read more
Providence Wharf Fire - Stark reminder to test fire safety equipment regularly
14-07-2021 Fire
The New Providence Wharf fire should act as a stark reminder to all building owners and managers. A serious failure in the smoke ventilation system meant that the only escape route from the apartments in East London was filled with smoke when the building caught fire. Read more
Introducing our enhanced testing & maintenance services
13-07-2021 Fire
We’ve been working hard over the last twelve months and we're excited to tell you about some of the innovations we are already rolling out. Read more
Returning to the workplace: Are your fire evacuation procedures still fit for purpose?
03-06-2021 Fire
As lockdown measures ease we are increasingly beginning to see businesses make a gradual return to the workplace. If you are making plans to welcome staff back to the office it’s essential to check that your fire evacuation procedures are still fit for purpose. You must have the correct measures in place to... Read more
What do I need to do to comply with the changes in fire safety legislation?
10-05-2021 Fire
As the responsible person for a block of flats, what will I have to do to comply with the current and forthcoming changes in fire safety legislation? Colin Bassnett, Metro SRM's Director of Fire Safety Consultancy Services summarises the key requirements. Read more
Fire safety management - continuity is crucial to maintain compliance
22-02-2021 Fire
Effective fire safety management is a continuous process. Some of your buildings may currently be vacant or only partially occupied, but it's still vital to make sure the appropriate fire safety measures are in place and your fire safety equipment is functioning correctly in order to maintain compliance and keep... Read more
Metro Safety appointed to Procure Public compliance framework
10-02-2021 Other News
We are delighted that Metro Safety Group have been included in the list of framework partners on Procure Public's H&S/Fire Compliance Services framework and are excited to work with ProcurePublic as suppliers over the next 4 years. Read more
Important update for fire evacuation drill customers
14-01-2021 Fire
Due to the implementation of the current national lockdown measures we do not believe it is feasible for fire evacuation drills to take place. We have therefore postponed all scheduled evacuation exercises with immediate effect. Any customers that have drills scheduled should have already received a notification from us. Read more
New PAS 79-1:2020 and PAS 79-2:2020 code of practice for fire risk assessments
21-12-2020 Fire
We are proud of our Principal Fire Safety Advisor, Colin Bassnett and his commitment to help drive forward improvements in fire safety. Colin contributed many hours, over a series of meetings, to join the steering group charged with reviewing PAS 79 2012. Read more
Metro Safety launches new graduate training scheme
14-10-2020 Other News
Metro Safety are pleased to welcome Ethan Williams, Lipa Khanom, Louis Koorland and Olivia Bridger onto the company’s newly launched graduate training scheme. Read more
Metro Safety has an opportunity for a Salesforce Administrator
05-10-2020 Other News
As Metro Safety continues its digital transformation it now has an opportunity for a Salesforce Administrator Read more
Suzanne Radford General Manager - Continuous Improvement
21-09-2020 Other News
Congratulations to Suzanne Radford on her new position as General Manager - Continuous Improvement. Digitalisation has become a primary driver for Metro Safety over the last eighteen months, allowing the streamlining of operations and the introduction of new digitally enhanced service offerings. As Metro continues its digital journey, identifying measures to further... Read more
Introducing our Customer Success Team
16-09-2020 Other News
Your Customer Success Team Meet Emma and Michael, members of our newly formed customer success team. They will be delighted to assist you by turning around your requests, queries and concerns quickly and effectively. Read more
Reducing the number of accidental asbestos exposures at site
07-09-2020 Asbestos
Knowing the exact location of the asbestos is critical in reducing the likelihood of accidental exposure. Unfortunately, in many instances this doesn’t always happen. Each year there are thousands of often unreported accidental disturbances of asbestos containing materials by contractors carrying out minor works not under control of ACAR. Read more
Fire evacuation drills & Covid-19: Are you prepared for a fire emergency?
19-08-2020 Fire
A swift and well executed evacuation is critical to protect building occupants and help them escape safely in the event of a fire. You should already have a fire emergency plan in place however it’s vital to test it out following any recent building modifications or operating procedures that you have... Read more
Exciting new developments mean Safety SMART has just got even better
03-08-2020 Other News
Exciting new developments mean Safety SMART has just got even better. We would like to introduce Safety SMART with Communities. Read more
We are pleased to announce our water and asbestos services are now back up and running
15-07-2020 Other News
We are pleased to announce that all our services are back up and running. Read more
Government guidance for businesses re-opening or re-occupying their premises
06-07-2020 Health & Safety
The HSE is urging businesses to follow the Government’s 5 steps to being COVID secure as more businesses begin to re-open or re-occupy their premises. Read more
HSE Advice Covid-19 - Examination and testing of lifts & pressure equipment
20-04-2020 Health & Safety
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 following the Covid-19 lockdown
06-04-2020 Water
Due to Covid-19 restrictions many buildings have been closed or have been subject to reduced/partial occupancy. The resulting vastly reduced water usage within these premises can increase the risk of legionella and other water-borne bacteria surviving and proliferating within the building's water systems. Building owners/managers need to take action to... 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
