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Remember, Remember Fire Safety This November, with John Field & Bernie Higgins

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Bonfire Night might light up the skies, but it's also the perfect spark to reignite our focus on fire safety. Joined by fire safety leaders John Field (Chair of the IOSH Fire Risk Management Group) and Bernie Higgins (former Principal Officer at London Fire Brigade and Board Member at the Fire Industry Association), we dive into what it truly takes to build resilient, fire-aware organisations, from lessons written in tragedy to leadership that keeps people, property and purpose safe. Expect stories from the frontline, sharp insights on emerging risks like lithium-ion batteries, and practical ways to create a culture where safety burns bright all year round. Highlights Lessons from tragedy: how preventable fires shape lifelong commitment to saving lives Building culture, not silos: why fire safety must be everyone's responsibility Leadership from the top: board-level engagement that drives real safety improvement Beyond compliance: moving from tick-lists to resilience and continuous learning Emerging fire risks: what lithium-ion batteries, e-bikes and modern materials mean for safety today Resilient design: bridging innovation, sustainability and fire protection standards Staying proactive: practical steps for organisations, from tabletop exercises to strong fire strategies Igniting action: how small daily habits can transform fire safety awareness across any workplace 👉 Take action: Sign up for a future Safety Roundtable: https://safetyroundtable.co.uk/  Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-field557/ Connect with Bernie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berniehigginshealthandsafety/ Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ Get your free ticket for Risk Europe: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/grcworldforums/1502327/r/risk-europe-slip-safety

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