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Fire Safety Digital is the official podcast from the organisers of The Fire Safety Event. Each episode sparks fresh conversations with industry experts, innovators, and frontline professionals on the latest regulations, technologies, and strategies shaping fire protection today. From compliance to cutting-edge solutions, this is your essential listen for staying informed, inspired, and ahead in fire safety.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    #9. Why We Should Still Be Discussing Competence

    Institute of Fire Safety Managers Chair, Dave White leads this panel discussion on the standards, qualifications, skills and knowledge required to carry out comprehensive fire safety assessments and why competence is still top of the agenda when it comes to compliance with fire safety regulations. 🎙️Speakers: Dave White, Chairman - IFSMMatthew Spivey, Managing Director - Synergy Fire EngineeringVictoria Swaine, Director - 3SafetyJulie Saunders, Head of Fire Safety - First PortThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    42 min

  2. JAN 5

    #8. Electrical Control Equipment Within Smoke and Heat Control Systems

    In this session from the Smoke Control Association, learn about the newly released guide on electrical control equipment, the key points, new changes in controls and the new approach to manual controls to simplify firefighter interactions. 🎙️Speakers: Simon Sheldon, Technical Manager - Smoke Control AssociationThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    39 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    #7. AI or Die? Harnessing the Power, Dodging the Pitfalls

    The Silicon Valley tech bros’ mantra might be ‘AI or die’ but when it comes to safety, we can’t shrug our shoulders and blame ChatGPT if someone gets hurt. The fire and safety sectors are worlds mired by conflicting standards; the value we add is helping people navigate and justify what should or shouldn’t apply Along with Andy (the brains behind AI risk assessment engine Intuety.io), we'll be asking questions like:  Are smaller businesses limited to products like Copilot and ChatGPT? Why it’s (generally) dangerous to rely on generic AI for anything safety critical Practical applications of AI in fire and safety (including custom LLMs)🎙️Speakers: Adam Sanders, Technical Director - RiskBasePeter Thomas, Founder - MysafetyconsultantAndrew Ryan, Chief Technical OfficerThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    43 min

  4. 12/08/2025

    #6. The Path Forward from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry

    In this fireside chat, Catherine Levin talks to Pete Apps about the aftermath of the publication of the final Grenfell Tower Inquiry report and what needs to be done to maintain the pace of change as the 8th anniversary of the fire comes around. 🎙️Speakers: Catherine Levin, Editor - Emergency Services TimesPete Apps, Freelance - JournalistThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    45 min

  5. 12/01/2025

    #5. The Hidden Danger: Lithium-Ion Battery Risks in the Built Environment

    The panel will discuss the risks of lithium-ion batteries in the built environment, how to mitigate the risks and the potential legal consequences of failing to do so. This will include consideration of the risks and potential mitigation of the storage of electric scooters in escape routes and the risk of having EVs in basement car parks for blocks of flats. 🎙️Speakers: Laura White, Senior Associate - Pinsent MasonsMatt Humby, Senior Technical Consultant - Fire Chief GlobalMatt Partridge, Head of Product Development - ArmorgardThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    47 min

  6. 11/24/2025

    #4. How to Ensure You Are Getting a Quality Fire Risk Assessment in 2025 and Beyond

    Join Ken Bullock, BAFE's Technical Schemes and Assurance Manager who will discuss how competency can be appropriately evidenced to comply with fire safety legislation and recent changes to the BAFE SP205 Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Scheme. 🎙️Speakers:  Ken Bullock, Technical Schemes and Assurance Manager - BAFE Fire Safety RegisterThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    28 min

  7. 11/17/2025

    #3. Building Safety Standards and the Challenge to Keep Up

    The world of standards can seem opaque and complex but its importance cannot be underestimated when it comes to keeping people safe from fire.  Join this discussion to understand the current issues, concerns and opportunities to shape the future in a post Grenfell environment. 🎙️Speakers: Peter Ashworth, Director & Head of Specification & OEM - ASSA ABLOYRay Puttock, Commercial/Marketing Manager - CarrierIan Moore, Chief Executive Officer - Fire Industry AssociationChris Wilson BSC, FIFireE, FRSPH, Managing Director - Oxford Fire Safety LtdThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    47 min

  8. 11/10/2025

    #2. Signing Off Your Building's Fire Safety Under the New Building Control Regime

    In this panel led by the Fire Protection Association, they get into the issue of how to deliver the approval process that the new building control regime requires and what Principal Accountable Persons should be doing to meet the new requirements. Speakers: Gavin Dunn, Chief Executive - FPAGary Cass, CEO - Herts Building ControlChris Miles, Commercial Director - Fire Protection AssociationMelissa Fazackerley, Director - Dimension H & S LtdThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    47 min

  9. 11/03/2025

    #1. Shaping the Future of Fire Safety

    This session brings together three industry leaders to explore the challenges and innovations shaping fire safety in the modern world. Speakers: Joy Flanagan, HostRuss Timpson, Managing Director - Tall Building Fire SafetyJim Glockling, Visiting Professor University of Central Lancashire - Glockling ConsultingAman Sharma MBE, CEO - Totus DigitalThis podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    48 min

  10. 10/20/2025

    Welcome to Fire Safety Digital

    Fire Safety Digital is the official podcast from the organisers of The Fire Safety Event. Each episode sparks fresh conversations with industry experts, innovators, and frontline professionals on the latest regulations, technologies, and strategies shaping fire protection today. From compliance to cutting-edge solutions, this is your essential listen for staying informed, inspired, and ahead in fire safety. This podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase. Subscribe to our digital content here: Webinars: Safety & Security Digital Email newsletter: Fire Safety Digital Blog: Fire Safety Digital Learn more about The Fire Safety Event 2026 here: Home | The Fire Safety Event 2026

    2 min
  • 10 Episodes

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Fire Safety Digital is the official podcast from the organisers of The Fire Safety Event. Each episode sparks fresh conversations with industry experts, innovators, and frontline professionals on the latest regulations, technologies, and strategies shaping fire protection today. From compliance to cutting-edge solutions, this is your essential listen for staying informed, inspired, and ahead in fire safety.

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  • Creator
    The Fire Safety Event
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fire Safety Digital
  • Show Website
    Fire Safety Digital