At Preston Plywood, we believe that delivering quality timber and sheet materials goes hand in hand with maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and industry knowledge.

As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development and staying ahead of industry changes, members of our team have recently been investing time in specialist fire safety training and events to further strengthen the expertise we offer our customers.

Staying Ahead at The Fire Safety Event 2026

This week, Tom and Aiden from the Preston Plywood team attended the prestigious The Fire Safety Event at National Exhibition Centre.

The event brought together leading manufacturers, fire safety specialists, and industry experts to showcase the latest innovations in:

• Fire-retardant technologies
• Passive fire protection systems
• Updated UK building regulations
• Emerging compliance standards
• New materials designed to improve fire resistance in commercial and residential projects

For Preston Plywood, attending events like this is essential to ensuring we remain at the forefront of fire safety developments within the timber and sheet materials sector.

Why This Matters to Our Clients

Our investment in ongoing industry education allows us to provide even greater value to our customers.

Expert Guidance
Our team can offer informed advice on fire-rated products and specification requirements based on the latest industry developments.

Regulatory Compliance
We continually review our product knowledge and processes to ensure alignment with evolving UK legislation and safety standards.

Innovative Solutions
By exploring new fire-resistant materials and technologies, we can help clients source solutions that combine performance, safety, and compliance.

When you work with Preston Plywood, you can be confident that our recommendations are informed by current best practice and backed by real-world industry insight.

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Tom Completes Responsible Persons Course Through FDM

We are also proud to congratulate Tom on successfully completing the Responsible Persons Course through FDM.

This intensive, in-person course covered all key areas of fire safety management, including:

• Fire risk assessment responsibilities
• Legal compliance requirements
• Risk management strategies
• Fire prevention planning
• Duties and obligations of the designated Responsible Person

This qualification further strengthens our internal knowledge base and reinforces our commitment to maintaining safe working practices across every aspect of our business.

What This Means for Our Partners

Tom’s achievement helps Preston Plywood continue to deliver:

Enhanced Safety Standards
Robust oversight of operational safety procedures.

Up-to-Date Expertise
A deeper understanding of current legislation and fire safety responsibilities.

Proactive Protection
A continued focus on creating a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors.

Congratulations to Tom on this excellent achievement.

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More Training Ahead

Our commitment to professional development doesn’t stop there.

Tom and Aiden will also be undertaking further specialist training later this week as part of Preston Plywood’s ongoing investment in fire safety knowledge and compliance excellence.

Continuous learning ensures we remain a trusted partner for customers seeking not only high-quality timber and sheet materials, but also expert advice they can rely on.

At Preston Plywood, we are committed to helping our customers build with confidence, safety, and peace of mind.