Expert Witness Journal Issue 67 June/July 2026 - Flipbook - Page 103
other words, this was a prosecution which shouldn’t
have been brought without further and better
evidence of breach. I do not agree that that has a
chilling e昀昀ect, but rather, serves as an appropriate
warning, namely: do not bring a prosecution
without an appropriate and competent inspection
which reveals a breach of the regulations.”
Mr Colin S. Todd
Fire Protection Specialist - C.S. Todd & Associates Ltd
MBE, MSc, MIRM, MSFPE, FIFSM, CPhys, FInstP, C Build E, FCABE, CEng, FIET, FIFireE
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Specialist in fire protection of buildings, including automatic detection and alarm
systems and application of fire safety legislation. Over 45 years experience in the
About the Authors
fire safety field and able to advise on fire safety, design of buildings, means of
escape, fire risk assessment and issues relating to management of fire safety in
Tom McNeill is a partner in BCL Solicitors LLP.
Colin Todd is Managing Director of leading 昀椀re
safety consultants, C.S. Todd and Associates Ltd.
Counsel instructed for the contractor were Richard
Matthews KC, of Mayfair Place Chambers, and Tom
Doble, of QEB Hollis Whiteman.
buildings. Considerable experience in expert witness advice regarding application
of fire safety legislation. Qualifications include a post graduate degree in fire safety
engineering.
In
2021
Mr Todd
was
awarded
the
Margaret
Law Award
which
recognizes
individuals who have pioneered advancements associated with the engineering
fire safety of the built environment by the Society of Fire Protection Engineers
(SFPE). In 2017 Mr Todd was voted by his peers as number one in fire safety in
the IFSEC Global Top 50 influencers in security and fire.
Colin Todd formed C.S. Todd & Associates Ltd in 1982 after years of experience
in risk management and fire protection engineering. His team includes both chartered engineers and fire safety professionals with local authority fire and rescue
service experience. Consultants undertaking fire risk assessments are all listed on
the IFE’s register of fire risk assessors.
The practice offers consultancy services in all aspects of fire safety, including fire
risk
assessments, surveys
and
audits, fire
safety
design
and
management, fire
engineering/fire safety strategies, specifications for fire protection systems such as
sprinklers, fire detection and alarms and gaseous extinguishing systems, and fire
training. The practice also conducts investigations into the suitability of existing
fire protection systems and fire safety designs and acts as expert witnesses for
contract disputes and litigation cases.
Contact Information
Hutton Roof Eglinton Road, Farnham, Surrey GU10 2DH
Telephone : +44 (0)1252 792088 - +44 (0)1252 794165
Email: office@cstodd.co.uk
- Website: www.cstodd.co.uk
SPS Consulting (UK) Limited
Since 2002, we have built a reputation for being passionate and reliable when advising on the
accommodation needs for the disabled. During 2020, we continued to build our reputation
even through difficult times.
The personal approach adopted by founder, Andrew Skerratt, ensures strong ties with clients
and their representatives. Our knowledge of layout design, construction technology and costs,
and involvement in over 900 personal injury and medical negligence cases, enables Andrew to
carefully prepare tailored reports to respond accurately to instructions in a timely manner.
We welcome the opportunity to continue to help our diverse societies achieve the best
possible comfort and opportunities in their lives, and will continue to strive for higher goals
with enthusiasm in the future.
Andrew Skerratt
LLB MRICS MEWI CUEW
Specialist in Housing Needs for the Disabled
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Tel: 01903 538196
Mobile: 0777 9398819
Website: www.spsukltd.co.uk
JUNE 2026
