Qualified UK Firefighters Providing 24/7 Fire Safety Cover for Residential, Commercial & Industrial Premises
GB Fire Solutions provides experienced, qualified firefighters to deliver professional fire marshal, fire watch, and waking watch services across the UK.
Unlike standard security companies offering basic fire guard duties as an add-on, our teams consist of serving and recently retired frontline firefighters. We bridge the critical gap between emergency services and private sector safety—bringing elite operational expertise, advanced first-aid capabilities (FREC/FAW), and deep regulatory knowledge directly to your site.
Whether you require temporary fire safety cover for a high-rise residential building, ongoing industrial fire watch at a waste management facility, or rapid emergency cover following a fire alarm system failure, our team provides a reliable, fully compliant solution.
Our Specialist Fire Safety Services
We have structured our professional cover into three core pillars to support property managers, commercial operators, and industrial facilities year-round:
1. Residential Waking Watch Services
Primarily deployed as an interim life-safety measure in high-rise residential buildings and blocks of flats where identified fire safety concerns—such as unsafe cladding, compartmentation defects, or compromised fire alarm systems—are present.
- Active Monitoring: Continuous, 24/7 patrols along designated escape routes, stairwells, communal corridors, and high-risk areas.
- Rapid Evacuation Support: Immediate action to raise the alarm, coordinate building evacuation strategies (such as simultaneous or stay-put plans), and guide residents to safety.
- Auditable Compliance: Fully logged, timestamped patrol rounds designed to satisfy National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) guidance, building control, and local Fire and Rescue Service expectations.
2. Commercial & Industrial Fire Watch Services
Tailored fire safety patrols and risk mitigation for high-risk or complex business environments requiring constant vigilance.
- Sectors Covered: Recycling centres and waste management facilities, industrial plants, warehouses, construction sites, and large commercial premises.
- Hazard Management: Proactive monitoring for hot spots, combustible material build-up, and operational fire hazards.
- Business Continuity: Assisting site managers and duty holders with bespoke safety measures to keep operations legally compliant and running safely.
3. Temporary Fire Alarm & Sprinkler System Cover
Emergency or planned interim fire cover deployed when primary active fire protection systems are temporarily offline.
- System Failures: Immediate emergency mobilisation when fire alarm panels, detection loops, or sprinkler networks malfunction.
- Remedial Works: Bridge cover during planned system upgrades, major electrical maintenance, or fire alarm replacements.
- Flexible Deployment: Short-term or long-term cover structured around your exact site requirements and operational hours.
Why Choose GB Fire Solutions?
- Serving Firefighter Expertise: Your site is protected by professionals who deal with fire prevention, operational tactics, and crisis management every day.
- Advanced Medical Response: Our personnel are trained in trauma care and advanced first aid, providing an immediate higher standard of care during a medical emergency on site.
- Strict Regulatory Compliance: All services are aligned with the latest UK fire safety legislation, Building Safety Act expectations, and NFCC guidelines.
- 24/7/365 Operational Readiness: Round-the-clock nationwide coverage with rapid deployment capabilities when unexpected system failures occur.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Waking Watch and a Fire Marshal?
A Waking Watch is specifically deployed in residential buildings (such as blocks of flats) to continually patrol communal areas, detect signs of fire, and manage emergency resident evacuations—typically due to cladding or compartmentation issues. A Fire Marshal or Fire Watch Service is generally used in commercial, industrial, or construction settings to monitor specific hazards, oversee hot works, or provide cover when active fire systems are offline.
How quickly can GB Fire Solutions deploy emergency fire cover?
We operate 24/7 nationwide and can deploy qualified fire safety personnel at short notice following an unexpected fire alarm failure, system outage, or urgent enforcement notice from local fire authorities.
Secure Your Premises Today
Discuss your fire safety obligations or arrange emergency temporary cover with our management team today.
- Phone: 0800 999 1175
- Email: info@gbfiresolutions.co.uk
- Operational Hours: Office open Monday to Friday, 7am – 7pm (Emergency cover and waking watch patrols operate 24/7/365 nationwide)