Fire Safety

The impact of a fire in any business, operation or property can be catastrophic. Not only the human impact but also the affect it will have on a business. Some simple tips will direct you to making sure you complete the first step in fire safety management, completing a risk assessment.

If this is the case, seek some advice immediately. If you are responsible for premises, a construction project or are a landlord you will need to ensure that a specific fire risk assessment is carried out.

You may feel you are competent to do this yourself or you may have access to someone who can help. Your first step is to ‘ask the question’ to someone who can offer you the right advice. This will then decide on your next step. It is likely you will need one.

If you cannot locate your fire risk assessment then I would suggest a new one is completed. The assessment will be essential not only to comply with relevant legislation but may also be required to satisfy insurance policies.

If it was completed 2-years ago then there is a good chance it will be current although the changes to your business/premises may alter the arrangements you have introduced. It is advised to review the assessment and consider the changes made.

Just a simple review of the fire risk assessment would be fine. This can be a read through the assessment just to make sure it is accurate with a signature and new date to confirm you have reviewed it.

A suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment will identify the correct control measures required to meet the needs of your business or operation. There is no ‘one size fits all’. Each assessment is different.

Stay safe!