Local business, The Safety Shack, now open at 3 Great Western Court on the Ashburton Industrial Estate, have bounced back from the fire that destroyed their former business premises at the Haigh Industrial Estate one year ago.

At the time of the incident, Bryan Mason, managing director of The Safety Shack thanked the fire crews who worked ‘bravely and tirelessly’ to contain what was a major incident.The company was extremely thankful that no-one was injured during the blaze.

Bryan told the Gazette that one year on, the business is now growing, their team has gotten bigger, and they are “flying” once again.

Locally, the Safety Shack are one of the leading suppliers of work wear and personal protective equipment. They also offer garment embroidery and printing.

Bryan said that although the fire at the Haigh Industrial Estate was “a bit of a speed bump,” the business at the new premises is fully up and running, they have more room, a larger range of goods, and they have started a new trade line - Great Western Models; stocking train sets, model kits and scalextric.

Today (Friday, February 3rd) The Safety Shack are celebrating their full recovery from the fire, and the business is holding an open day, with lots of great deals on offer. The team are looking forward to seeing lots of their regular customers, as well as many new ones.

Bryan told the Ross Gazette that he is grateful to many in the town who helped the business to move, including the local Council, who had worked to get the Safety Shack and Aqua Heat into their new business premises so quickly.

He added that Steve at Jelf Clarke Roxburgh helped them a great deal, and he had quickly and efficiently processed their insurance claim.

Bryan said he would like to say thank you to Steve and to everyone else who helped the business to recover from the fire.

To find out more about The Safety Shack visit www.safetyshack.co.uk or pop along to today's open day to meet their friendly team.