Open Fire

CLM Group & RMS

An honest and informed podcast on fire safety through collaboration, research and innovation.

Выпуски

  1. 11.12.2024

    The One With Passive Fire Protection: Featuring Tim Barker and Malcolm Williams

    In this episode of the Open Fire Podcast, we dive into the world of passive fire protection with special guests Tim Barker, National Sales Manager for Passive Fire Protection Products at Sika, and Malcolm Williams, Technical Manager at CLM Fireproofing. Topics include: Changes in fire safety since the Grenfell Tower tragedy Challenges facing the passive fire protection industry The importance of proper installation, certification, and ethics Common misconceptions about materials like pink foam How the industry is evolving to meet higher safety standards From legislation updates to real-world examples of fire safety failures and successes, this episode is packed with insights for anyone in the construction or fire safety industry.

    48 мин.

  2. 22.11.2024

    Live At London Build: Lessons Learnt to Future Changes: The Evolving Landscape of Building Safety

    Join us for the first live episode of the Open Fire Podcast at London Build Expo 2024. In this special episode of the Open Fire Podcast, our hosts Tom & Dave delve into critical lessons learned from past tragedies, including Grenfell, and explore the future of safety standards in construction. Featuring past podcast guests, Aman Sharma - CEO of Totus Digital, fire engineer, and building safety advocate and Award-winning journalist and author of Show Me the Bodies Peter Apps!

    52 мин.

  3. 14.11.2024

    The One With Construction Fire Safety: With Steve Lakin

    In this episode of the Open Fire Podcast, we sit down with fire safety expert Steve Lakin Managing Director at Fire Safe Global diving into the unique challenges of construction fire safety. With decades of experience, Steve shares insights from his journey as a firefighter in Kent, through leadership roles in Auckland and Heathrow, to his current position as Managing Director. They discuss the complexities of fire safety on construction sites, from understanding the Joint Code of Practice (JCOP) to navigating regulations from various safety bodies. Steve explains the importance of the National Construction Fire Safety Group, founded to address industry-wide risks and share best practices across top-tier contractors. Throughout the episode, the team delves into common fire hazards like battery-operated tools, discusses emerging risks with new building materials and hydrogen-powered equipment, and emphasizes the need for collaboration to effectively manage fire safety in construction. Join us for a deep dive into the world of construction fire safety and learn how industry leaders are working to keep people and sites secure.

    49 мин.

  4. 07.11.2024

    The One With The Building Safety Act: With Jamie Davies & John Powell

    Welcome to the Open Fire Podcast! In this episode, hosts Dave Calver and Tom Gilbert sit down with industry experts Jamie Davies (Co-CEO of Part B) and John Powell (Managing Director at Frankham Risk Management Services) to delve into the Building Safety Act. We discuss the Act's goals, the challenges of implementation, and the impact on construction and fire safety management. From regulatory requirements to the cost burdens on social housing providers, this conversation explores the real-world effects of the BSA and the future of building safety. Tune in to learn about the industry's current challenges, government expectations, and the steps needed to make meaningful changes in building safety and fire management. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with colleagues to keep the conversation on safety and innovation going! #BuildingSafetyAct #ConstructionSafety #FireSafety #OpenFirePodcast #BuildingManagement

    40 мин.

  5. 31.10.2024

    The One With Peter Apps: Show Me the Bodies

    In this episode of the Open Fire Podcast, hosts Dave Calvert and Tom Gilbert sit down with Peter Apps, author of Show Me the Bodies, to discuss the devastating Grenfell Tower fire. Peter delves into the shocking regulatory failures, corporate negligence, and cost-cutting measures that contributed to the tragedy. From the industry's pushback against safety regulations to the ongoing struggles of Grenfell survivors, this conversation provides deep insights into one of the UK's most significant fire safety disasters. Read Peter App's Substack: https://peteapps.substack.com/ #FireSafety #GrenfellTower #ConstructionEthics #PeterApps #ShowMeTheBodies

    52 мин.

  6. 24.10.2024

    The One With The Building Safety Cases: With Holly Watson

    In this episode of the Open Fire Podcast, we sit down with Holly Watson, Associate Director at Frankum RMS, to dive into the complexities of building safety cases under the Building Safety Act (BSA). Holly shares her expertise on the BSA’s origins following the Grenfell tragedy, the roles of principal designers and contractors, and the confusion surrounding building regulations. They discuss the importance of safety cases in ensuring fire and structural safety, challenges in compliance, and the future of building safety management. Whether you're in the construction, fire safety, or housing industry, this episode offers valuable insights on navigating the evolving landscape of building safety. #FireSafety #BuildingSafetyAct #BSA #ConstructionSafety #SafetyCases #OpenFirePodcast #Grenfell #BuildingRegulations

    40 мин.

  7. 17.10.2024

    The One With The Sirs: With Sir Ken Knight and Sir Bob Neill

    In this episode Tom Gilbert and David Calvert talk to Sir Ken Knight and Sir Bob Neill as they discuss: •the immediate aftermath of Grenfell Tower •the governmental decisions which impacted the built environment •the affect of technology of decreasing fatalities and how those statistics impacted fire service resourcing •the silos that may have impacted the built environments relationship with fire safety •the future impact of technology on safety

    1 ч. 15 мин.

  8. 09.10.2024

    The One With Procurement: With Jessica John & Stuart Brown

    Our hosts Tom Gilbert (CEO, CLM Group) and David Calvert, (Operations Director, Frankham Risk Management Services) chat to Jessica John (Director of Framework, Pretium) and Stuart Brown (Senior Associate, Trowers & Hamlins) on Procurement.

    36 мин.

  9. 03.10.2024

    The One With Competency: With Dame Judith Hackitt

    Listen to the awaited conversation on competency as hosts Tom Gilbert (CEO, CLM Group) and David Calvert (Operations Director, Frankham Risk Management Services) discuss the topic with a special guest, Dame Judith Hackitt.

    1 ч. 6 мин.

  10. 16.09.2024

    The One With The Golden Thread: With Aman Sharma & Peter Wise

    Our hosts Tom Gilbert (CEO, CLM Group) and David Calvert (Operations Director, Frankham Risk Management Services) chat to Aman Sharma (CEO, Totus Digital) and Peter Wise (Director of Excellence, PartB) on the Golden Thread.

    44 мин.

  11. 05.09.2024

    The One With The Founders: With Clive Miles & John Powell

    Join hosts David Calvert (Operations Director, Frankham Risk Management Services) and Tom Gilbert (CEO, CLM Group) as they sit down with John Powell (Managing Director, Frankham Risk Management Services) and Clive Miles (Chairman, CLM). Together, they explore the critical world of fire safety, sharing candid discussions, expert insights, and the latest innovations.

    30 мин.
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