Workplace and Environment

Fire service strike checklistWe probably take it for granted that if all else fails, the Fire & Rescue Service will be there, whether it's responding to a fire or some other emergency. So if there's a fire service strike, you'll need to be prepared. Tha... Read more

Responsible person role and authorisationThe Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 introduced the role of "responsible person" (RP) and made it clear that all employers automatically take on this role in respect of their premises and activities. R... Read more

Fire signs checklistFire safety signs tend to be forgotten about once installed, but over time they may need to be updated or replaced. Our fire signs checklist will help. How to use the checklistUse our document to check that you have all you need, ... Read more

Hazardous materials registerUse our register to keep a list of any substances on site which could be hazardous in the event of a fire.Why do you need it?Legislation requires businesses to provide information about hazardous materials (unless there's o... Read more

Summary fire training guideMost businesses provide basic fire instruction when an employee starts work, but this alone isn't sufficient. Our guide explains the different types of fire training, who should attend and more.What's covered?It's important th... Read more

How to use a fire extinguisherOur information sheet on how to use a fire extinguisher serves as a useful reminder on how to operate an extinguisher in a safe manner. How to use our documentMost businesses will need to have a few members of staff trai... Read more

 Appraisal checklistIf you want to introduce an appraisal process, you need to go about it in the right way. Before it's set up you need to think about some important points, including what the meetings will cover. After that, you must brief all mana... Read more

Fire quiz twoAfter fire awareness training you should test employees to check they've absorbed what you told them. Vary your tests by switching between our fire quiz and fire quiz two.What's the idea?This Fire Quiz Two has been produced as an alternati... Read more

 Invitation to attend an appraisal meetingAn appraisal is a formal process that allows you and a member of staff to assess their performance over a given period of time. Most usually, they take place on an annual or half-yearly basis. Our invitation... Read more

 Employee training recordThere are many reasons why you should keep track of an employee's training, for example cost or the need to undertake refresher courses. You don't want to go hunting around for this information every time. So use our employee ... Read more