How SFM and UKHarvest Sussex Are Supporting Local Families This Christmas
Our partnership with UKHarvest Sussex continues to grow as we support local families across Sussex. Many households are feeling the pressure of rising living costs from increased food prices to higher energy bills. At Sussex Facilities Management (SFM), we’re committed to helping local families access practical support that makes everyday life easier, more affordable, and […]
Our Top Tips to Prepare Your Office for Winter
As autumn fades and the colder winter months approach, it’s essential to make sure your office is ready for dropping temperatures and increased energy demands. Effective facilities management plays a crucial role in keeping your workplace safe, warm, efficient, and operating smoothly. Sussex Facilities Management provides expert support for businesses across the South East, helping […]
EICR explained and the reason we need it
Electricity is out of sight, but never out of use. In the workplace, it powers everything we depend on daily, from our computers, printers, lighting, air conditioning, heating systems to the humble kettle in the staff kitchen. We expect it to work flawlessly every time we flip a switch or plug in a device. Behind […]
Five essential steps to a fire risk assessment to keep your workplace safe
Fire hazards often lurk unnoticed until it’s too late. In fact, 85% of workplace fires in the UK are caused by human error. For example, this could be using electrical equipment incorrectly, not following health and safety guidelines or spilling flammable liquids. As part of our fire-safety series this October, we’re spotlighting how your business can stay […]
What does RIDDOR mean? Demystifying the Facilities Management (FM) lingo with a handy guide for our stakeholders
Have you ever found yourself wondering what all the acronyms in the facilities management world actually mean? From EICR to RIDDOR, our industry is full of abbreviations that we sometimes drop into conversations without realising they’re not always clear. To keep things simple and transparent, we’ve put together this handy jargon buster. Like many industries, […]
Why does preparation for winter early make sense to businesses?
Whether you have 5 or 500 employees, it’s always best to plan for every eventuality at this time of year as we welcome the first Autumn month of September. We’re not saying goodbye to the sunny days just yet but would like to highlight the benefits of planning your winter maintenance schedule now. This ensures […]
Who Is responsible for fire safety in the workplace?
According to the London Fire Brigade, a staggering 60% of businesses never recover after experiencing a fire. It’s a sobering statistic and one that becomes even more concerning when you learn that 423 workplace fires are reported each week in the UK, many of which are entirely preventable. Faulty or misused electrical equipment accounts for […]
Could health & safety be compromised by a poorly maintained air conditioning unit?
The investment in an air conditioning unit can be significant, but increasingly, businesses are choosing to install them to keep their teams comfortable during the warmer months. Let’s be honest, we’ve had our fair share of heatwaves over the last 10 years and working in a stifling, overheated space can seriously impact wellbeing, productivity and […]
Why you shouldn’t wait until Spring for your office clean
A healthy, productive workplace shouldn’t just be an aspiration, it should be a daily priority. We are not talking about taking drastic steps to redesign your office environment, although it’s something you may wish to consider too. We’re talking about a good old-fashioned cleaning routine of your working space so that it works best for […]
What are EV chargers, how are they installed and what should employers know before investing?
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are everywhere right now, dominating headlines and sparking conversations around office desks and dinner tables alike. The UK government’s recent announcement of the new Electric Car Grant will further fuel discussions. However, from an industry perspective, the bigger question is how will a scheme designed to accelerate EV uptake from 2027 impact […]
