Workplace and Environment

Fire safety policyA fire safety policy is a document that outlines how you intend to manage the risks associated with fire. It shouldn't be a complicated document and should be available for all staff and visitors to see.A statement of intentOur Fire ... Read more

Special evacuation procedureYour standard evacuation procedure should be adequate for the majority of occupants but does it cover disabled visitors and members of the public? If not, use our template procedure.Equal escapeIf you have staff who need a... Read more

Fire safety law - a quick guideIf you need to know how fire safety law applies to your premises, then our quick guide is a good place to begin. It answers the most common questions asked.What's covered?Our Fire Safety Law - A Quick Guide covers freque... Read more

Personal emergency evacuation planNot everyone may be able to follow your emergency evacuation procedures. In these instances, you need to create an individual plan.When is it needed?If you have staff, pupils or residents who are either disabled or h... Read more

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