Fire safety events announced for November 2024

European Fire Safety Week (EUFSW) will take place from 18th November 2024.

As reported by The Forum for European Electrical Domestic Safety (FEEDS), the event will bring together EU policymakers, firefighters, researchers, and other stakeholders to address critical fire safety challenges.

This year’s theme focuses on protecting the most vulnerable populations in Europe, with workshops, webinars, and discussions on a range of topics.

Among the topics to be explored are fire safety and sustainability, home safety strategies, and the implementation of electrical safety measures.

The event will also feature a focus on the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, and a webinar co-organised with the European Commission’s DG MOVE will highlight electric vehicle fire safety.

Addressing fire and electrical safety under new EU directives

One of the key themes of EUFSW 2024 will be the role of electrical safety in preventing fires across the continent.

FEEDS has organised a session on how fire and electrical safety measures can be implemented in line with the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.

This aims to improve the safety of homes and buildings throughout Europe by integrating fire-resistant and sustainable technologies.

Additionally, the role of flame retardants in modern society will be a topic of discussion, focusing on how these materials can help reduce fire risks.

The importance of these measures will be highlighted through case studies and examples from experts across the sector.

Electric vehicle safety takes centre stage

Electric vehicles (EVs) and the associated recharging infrastructure are an emerging area of concern in fire safety, especially in covered parking areas.

A webinar, co-organised with the European Commission’s DG MOVE, will address the risks associated with EVs and how current and upcoming EU legislation is tackling these issues.

The session will highlight the best practices and solutions for ensuring fire safety in the growing EV market, with input from leading experts.

Topics covered will include existing regulations and the challenges posed by electric vehicle charging in enclosed spaces.

Smoke alarms campaign and high-level policy discussions

The 2024 EUFSW will also include a dedicated focus on increasing the use of smoke alarms in domestic homes through the #smokealarmssevelives campaign.

This will be supported by European Smoke Alarm Day, which features a webinar on increasing smoke alarm usage across European homes.

In addition to this, high-level discussions will be held in the European Parliament to spark debates on future fire safety priorities.

Policymakers will engage with stakeholders from across Europe to examine the need for EU-level coordination and support in implementing stronger fire safety measures.

European Fire Safety Week 2024 events focus on home safety and electrical fire risks: Summary

The European Fire Safety Week 2024 will be held from 18th November, focusing on improving fire safety for Europe’s vulnerable populations.

Organised by the European Fire Safety Alliance and its partners, the week will include discussions on home safety, the use of smoke alarms, and fire safety for electric vehicles.

A webinar on electrical safety, organised by FEEDS, will discuss how to implement fire safety under the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.

Another key topic will be the role of flame retardants.

High-level discussions at the European Parliament will address future fire safety policies across the EU.