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New year brings new industry regulations and new qualifications

For those who work or train in the electrical and building services industries, 2008 is set to bring more than party poppers and a handful of New Year resolutions. The new IEE wiring regulations, which were unveiled in January, mark the most significant overhaul of the electrical safety system in nearly twenty years. The ‘17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671:2008)’ include changes to everything from drawings for electrical installation... [more]

Protection from carbon monoxide poisoning

Carbon monoxide is a colourless, tasteless, odourless gas produced whenever a fossil fuel is not burned efficiently. It can be emitted from inadequately maintained or badly fitted domestic heating appliances such as wall heaters, fires or boilers and can be fatal in high concentrations. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a common issue. The best way to protect yourself is to install an approved Carbon Monoxide detector or combined smoke and carbon m... [more]

NFA wants to raise awareness amongst the fire, fireplace and stove buying public

The National Fireplace Association (NFA) and the Fireplace Marketing Company (FPM) has recently announced a joint working initiative to give new momentum to the NFA and encourage membership growth. The NFA’s primary objective is to promote the fire, fireplace and stove industries to consumers and trade organisations for the commercial benefit of its retailing and manufacturing members. In its new format the NFA will seek to actively promote i... [more]

Preventing CO poisoning

In the UK, about 50 people die each year in their homes from accidental CO poisoning and around the world tens of thousands seek medical attention for its affects. Awareness of this odourless, colourless, tasteless gas only peaks when horrible tragedies occur and reach the news – even during what should be the happiest of family times, when on holiday. Carbon Monoxide is a highly poisonous gas that is found in carbon-based fuel appliances. Any... [more]

Latest Hearth & Home Yearbook released

Now in its third year, the Hearth & Home Yearbook is written and designed by the Fireplace Marketing Company. The Yearbook is a consumer publication written as a buyers guide to choosing a new fireplace. The 2007 Hearth & Home Yearbook hit newsstands this week and is packed full of the very latest fires, fireplaces, stoves and accessories from a host of leading manufacturers. With featured products ranging from flueless fires to solid fuel... [more]

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