Evac+Chair International

06/11/2025

Stairs shouldn’t stop safety.🏢

The IBEX delivers smooth, controlled ascent and descent - built to handle tight spaces, spiral staircases and tricky environments with confidence.💪

Is your building prepared? ✅ Contact us today.

https://www.evacchair.co.uk/shop/product/ibex

05/11/2025

We were proud to attend the Solihull Careers Hub Apprentice Day 🎓, inspiring the next generation to explore exciting career opportunities in both manufacturing and office-based roles here at Evac+Chair.

Our team enjoyed meeting so many enthusiastic people, sharing insights into what it’s like to work within a leading life-safety manufacturer, and highlighting the diverse career paths available within our organisation.

A big thank you to the organisers and everyone who stopped by to chat with us - it was a fantastic day of learning, inspiration and future opportunities! 👏

04/11/2025

🌿 It’s Stress Awareness Week 🌿

We recognise that mental wellbeing is just as important as physical safety. This week is a reminder to take a moment to check in with yourself and those around you.

We’re proud to offer a range of support channels to help our team manage stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance - including access to:

💬 Mental health support and counselling services
🎯 Life coaching sessions to help with personal and professional growth
👩‍⚕️ GP appointments and medical second opinions for peace of mind

Taking care of our people is at the heart of what we do. Because when we look after ourselves, we’re better equipped to look after others 💙

31/10/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Evac+Chair! 👻

Even on spooky nights, safety should never be scary. Whether it’s a full building evacuation drill or just making sure your evacuation plan is up to date, we’re here to help you keep everyone safe - no tricks, just reliable solutions.

Stay safe, stay prepared… and enjoy the treats! 🍬

31/10/2025

🚨 Fire Safety Failings Lead to Prosecution in Lancashire

A care home in Lancashire has faced prosecution after serious breaches of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, amended by the Fire Safety Act 2021 leaving 45 elderly and vulnerable residents at risk.

The case sends a clear message:
👉 Fire safety isn’t just a legal box to tick - it’s about protecting lives.

When evacuation plans and precautions fall short, the consequences can be devastating - for residents, staff and those responsible.

We help care providers meet their fire safety obligations with compliant, inclusive evacuation solutions - ensuring that in an emergency, everyone can be evacuated.

Because when it comes to fire safety, there’s no second chance.

➡️ Learn more about evacuation solutions here: https://www.evacchair.co.uk/

30/10/2025

🔥 New on Evac Talk: Right Place, Right Time: Positioning Your Evac+Chairs for Maximum Safety🔥

🚨 Imagine this: fire alarms blare, smoke fills the stairwell, chaos erupts… and someone with reduced mobility is trapped on another floor. Every second counts.

Your Evac+Chair could be the difference between panic and safety🪑💨 Learn why every stairwell needs one, how preparedness is fundamental and how PEEPs & GEEPs save lives.

Don’t leave safety to chance - turn your evacuation plan into a lifesaving system.

Read the full story ➡️ https://www.evacchair.co.uk/right-place-right-time-positioning-your-evacchairs-for-maximum-safety-blog

27/10/2025

Another reminder of the importance of preparedness🔥🚒

Firefighters were called to a blaze at a high-rise building in Birmingham yesterday – the third fire in the city in just six weeks. Thankfully, this incident was quickly contained, thanks to the building’s sprinkler system and the rapid response of West Midlands Fire Service.

Whilst this outcome is reassuring, it serves as another reminder that fire emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere and preparedness saves lives.

From effective fire suppression systems to well-rehearsed evacuation procedures, every element plays a vital role in protecting occupants. We’re focused on one crucial part of that chain: ensuring that everyone, including those with mobility impairments, can evacuate swiftly and safely when every second counts.

Because true safety means no one is left behind.

https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/firefighters-rush-birmingham-high-rise-32752593

Four crews from West Midlands Fire Service were called to Salop Street, in Highgate, this afternoon

24/10/2025

It’s Invisible Impairments Week 🌍

Not all disabilities can be seen but their impact in an emergency can be life-changing.

Anxiety, chronic pain, heart conditions, sensory or neurological impairments - these hidden challenges can turn a building evacuation into a moment of real vulnerability.

We believe inclusive safety isn’t optional - it’s essential. Every organisation has a duty to plan for everybody, not just those with visible mobility needs. Our Evac+Chairs help make that possible, providing a safe, dignified escape for all.

Because accessibility isn’t just about what you can see - it’s about the foresight to prepare for what you can’t. 💙

24/10/2025

Our Evac+Chairs are designed to ensure a fast, safe, and inclusive evacuation for everyone - including those with mobility challenges or temporary and invisible impairments.

✅ Lightweight, easy to deploy and operate
✅ Smooth, controlled stairway descent
✅ Independently tested and proven as the fastest route to evacuation

No excuses. No barriers. No one left behind.

21/10/2025

🏆 We did it! 🏆

We’re proud to announce that we have WON the ‘Accessibility in Action’ award at the Birmingham Awards 2025! 🎉

This incredible achievement recognises our commitment to making the world a safer, more accessible place for everyone 💙

A huge thank you to everyone who voted and supported us - we couldn’t have done it without you! 🙌

17/10/2025

Power up your evacuation plan 💪

The Evac+Power 1000H takes on stairs with ease because safety should never be a struggle.

🔋 Ready to upgrade your safety? Contact us today.

https://www.evacchair.co.uk/contact-us

10/10/2025

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Day is a timely reminder that mental well-being isn’t just important in the workplace - it’s essential for everyone. In the UK, around 1 in 7 workers experience mental health problems each year, and hundreds of thousands face stress, anxiety or depression linked to their job. Behind these numbers are real people whose lives and well-being are deeply affected.

We believe everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and respected at work. That’s why we have on-site Mental Health First Aiders ready to listen and assist, and why our policy encourages every colleague to support and look out for each other.

This Mental Health Awareness Day, let’s reaffirm our commitment to open dialogue, empathy, and proactive support - in our workplace and beyond. 💙✨