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Fire safety is critical for the well-being of all. It is essential to teach children about fire safety, so they are aware of the dangers and measures they can take to decrease the risk of harm. Government statistics have revealed that in the year ending March 2022, 152,608 fires were present nationwide. Of those fires, […]

What are Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide? We will explore the differences between Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Carbon Monoxide (CO), including the dangers of each, how to manage the risk of exposure, and the frequently asked questions. Understand the difference between Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide Carbon Dioxide is a natural gas required for plant […]

By taking chimney safety measures, practising preventive measures, and following these helpful chimney safety tips, you can significantly reduce the risk of chimney-related fires ensuring optimal fire safety. In England on average, 3,800 Chimney Fires occur every year (UK Government). Main Causes of Chimney Fires Chimney fires often occur due to the accumulation of excess tar, […]

If you’re a resident in rental accommodation, it is crucial to understand the importance of testing smoke and fire alarms in accordance with British standards 5839 part 6. This set of standards ensures that all residential properties are fitted with suitable smoke alarms and fire alarms that meet specific safety requirements. Unfortunately almost a quarter […]

Smokers are often warned of the health risks associated with smoking, but there is also a very real fire risk to consider. There are more fatalities from fires in the home caused by cigarettes and smoking products than any other reason.  Many of these fires could be prevented by people being more aware of their […]

Electric blankets are plug-in devices that contain integrated heating wires, as the weather turns colder heading into Winter, this is the time of year people start to pull them out of storage. People often forget the importance of fire safety while using electric blankets, but they can overheat and become potential fire risks. There are […]

As we get into the winter months, the use of candles in our homes increases, as do the fire safety risks. We often use candles to decorate or as a religious symbol over the festive season but the time between Christmas and New Year accounts for nearly half of all candle-related fire claims during December. It’s important you know how to use candles safely, so you can carry on enjoying them this winter.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an extremely poisonous gas that is tasteless, odourless and colourless; it is produced by the incomplete burning of fossil fuels, such as gas, wood and coal.  Household appliances that we use every day to heat our homes and cook our meals, can cause a carbon monoxide leak if they are faulty, […]

Hi, I’m Luke and I work within the Finance team here at Aico. Each year we are allowed four working days to volunteer, on Monday I spent one of mine at the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity shop in Shrewsbury. We have stepped up our Corporate Social Responsibility programme over the last few years continually increasing […]