Coffee, Collaboration & Fire Safety: A Catch-Up with Alpha Facilities Services 🔥☕
It’s always great to grab a coffee with ex-firefighters Joseph Wattis and Jonathan Hoole — two guys who’ve brought their experience and passion for fire safety together to create Alpha Facilities Services Limited.
What started as a quick catch-up turned into a deep conversation about collaboration, quality, and the future of fire protection across the UK.
At Safety Inspectors UK Ltd, we’ve always believed that the best results come from partnerships built on trust, shared standards, and a genuine commitment to safety — and this meeting was the perfect example of that.
Building from the Ground Up
Joseph and Jonathan’s journey is one that many in the industry will recognise. After years in the fire service, they made the leap into business — setting up a company from scratch, facing early partnership challenges, and learning what it takes to run a sustainable fire protection service.
From fire dampers and compartmentation surveys to fire door installation and passive fire stopping, Alpha Facilities Services have positioned themselves as a one-stop shop for fire protection and compliance. Their dedication to quality workmanship (rather than chasing the cheapest quote) is something we can fully relate to.
Shared Values: Quality Over Cost
During our chat, we all agreed on one thing — too often in our industry, cost is prioritised over competence.
At Safety Inspectors UK Ltd, our philosophy is simple: cutting corners on safety is never worth it. Whether we’re conducting PAS79 or BS:9792 fire risk assessments, reviewing RC59 guidance for EV charging points, or managing retained safety services, our focus is on doing things right — first time, every time.
Joseph and Jonathan echoed the same sentiment. Their work with major hotel groups and construction firms demonstrates that clients are increasingly valuing quality, traceability, and accountability.
Using Technology to Raise Standards
Technology has become a game-changer for modern fire safety.
We spoke about using tools such as QR codes, digital asset tracking, and latest technologies to improve documentation, compliance, and transparency.
At Safety Inspectors UK Ltd, we integrate similar systems to map out fire safety assets — from extinguishers and fire doors to electrical compliance records — giving our clients a clear, auditable picture of their buildings’ safety status.
It’s this kind of joined-up thinking that’s helping the industry modernise and provide stronger evidence of compliance for insurers, landlords, and responsible persons.
Collaboration for a Safer Future
One of the best outcomes of our conversation was the shared enthusiasm for collaboration.
Instead of competing, we talked about working together on future fire safety projects, sharing trusted contractors, and building a network of reliable professionals across the North East and beyond.
It’s not just good for business — it’s good for safety.
When consultants, contractors, and assessors collaborate, the end result is safer buildings and more confident clients.
Looking Ahead
The fire protection industry is evolving fast. From Building Safety Act compliance to increased scrutiny from insurers and regulators, the demand for reliable, accredited fire safety expertise is higher than ever.
At Safety Inspectors UK Ltd, we’re proud to work alongside professionals like Joseph and Jonathan — people who care as much about integrity and quality as we do.
If your organisation needs support with fire risk assessments, compliance documentation, or ongoing safety management, we’d be happy to help.
After all, great conversations often lead to great collaborations.