Workplace and Environment

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 risk assessment - fire managementIn addition to identifying sources of fuel, oxygen and heat, your fire risk assessment should check that your management arrangements are up to scratch. What's covered?The Fire Risk Assessment - Fire Management fo... Read more

Self-certification of sickness absence formWhere an employee has been absent from work due to illness for seven days or less, you should ask them to complete a self-certificate form on their first day back at work. This should include a section to re... Read more

Return to work interview form You should always record the information an employee reveals to you during a return to work interview. The easiest way to do this is by using a standard form. This allows you to ask the same questions of all members of s... Read more

Letter requiring statement of fitness for work All employers can, and should, ask for evidence of sickness absence. For the first seven calendar days this is usually in the form of a self-certificate. Thereafter, you can insist on a statement of f... Read more

 Letter seeking authenticity of statement of fitness for work Fake, yet convincing, statements of fitness for work (fit notes) can be bought on the internet for under £11. If you have doubts about the authenticity of such a document, write to the h... Read more