Fire Safety Matters Podcast - Episode 41

Fire Safety Matters Podcast - Episode 41

From Fire Safety Matters Podcast by fsmpodcast

January 30, 2025 · 52 min · Episode 41

About this episode

Episode 41 features discussions on fire safety topics including lithium-ion batteries, voice alarms, and wireless systems with industry experts.

Episode 41 of the Fire Safety Matters Podcast includes interviews with Mark Whiteley (sales director for the UK and Ireland at asecos), Tony Smith (managing director of Vox Ignis) and Mandy Bowden (fire systems manager for Comelit-PAC). Mark Whiteley discusses the dangers posed by lithium-ion batteries, while Tony Smith concentrates on standards development and the future roadmap for the voice alarms market. Mandy Bowden looks at wireless fire safety systems, the necessity for staff training and also the influence of new Government legislation on the sector. As always, Brian and Mark review the latest industry news. Topics covered include the safety risks continuing to impact tall buildings in London and the Institution of Fire Engineers’ new strategy document entitled ‘Leading Fire Safety’.

People in this episode

Hosts: Brian, Mark

Guests: Mark Whiteley, Tony Smith, Mandy Bowden

Topics covered

  • fire safety
  • lithium-ion batteries
  • voice alarms
  • wireless fire safety systems
  • staff training
  • Government legislation
  • industry news

Keywords

  • fire safety
  • lithium-ion batteries
  • voice alarms
  • wireless systems
  • staff training
  • Government legislation
  • tall buildings
  • fire safety standards

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: asecos, Vox Ignis, Comelit-PAC, Institution of Fire Engineers

Places: London

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