Workplace and Environment

Fire marshal role and acceptanceA fire marshal is someone who takes responsibility for fire issues in the area in which they work, and ensures that staff are evacuated in a safe and timely manner. Our fire marshal role and acceptance document makes c... Read more

External metal fire escape checksheetExternal metal fire escape stairways and gantries can deteriorate to a dangerous state if left unchecked.  Our checksheet covers the problems to look out for.Why do you need it?This type of structure is often out... Read more

Evacuation procedureIn the event of a fire, ensuring everyone's out of your building should be your primary consideration. However, how this is achieved shouldn't be left to luck. It's something that should be formalised so that if the worst case happen... Read more

Fire drill observation recordWhen you bite the bullet and set the alarm bells ringing to test your evacuation arrangements, it's vital that you record as much information as possible on what happens. You can do this with our fire drill observation rec... Read more

False alarm recordIt's good practice to keep a record of false alarms as part of your fire log book. Use our record form to do this.Why record these events?Whilst there isn't a legal requirement to keep a record of false alarms, there are several advan... Read more

Fire action notice - receptionOur notice will help prompt reception staff about how to call the Fire & Rescue Service in an emergency.Why do you need it?When a fire alarm goes off or smoke drifts through the building, even the most level headed membe... Read more

Fire precautions - means of escapeEnsuring that your premises has adequate means of escape is about the most critical part of your fire risk assessment. Use our form to record what's in place and check that it's suitable.How to use the formMeans of esc... Read more

Fire precautions - signageAs part of your fire risk assessment you should check that you've displayed all the correct signs. On displayFire signage should cover fire exits and escape routes, fire fighting equipment, action in the event of fire, inform... Read more

Fire precautions - inspection, maintenance and testingManaging fire safety isn't something that's completed once and then forgotten about. Doing it properly involves regular checks, inspections and maintenance.  Use our form to evaluate your current a... Read more

Fire precautions - fire detection and warning systemsWhen carrying out a fire risk assessment, one important area to evaluate is whether there's a good enough system for alerting occupants to a fire. Use our form to assess your building.What's included... Read more