Fire Precautions Policy

The company will ensure all reasonable precautions are taken to ensure the safety of employees and visitors in the event of a fire. This will be done in a practical way by:

• Carrying out a fire assessment of the premises to identify fire precautions needed.
• Providing suitable and sufficient fire fighting equipment at appropriate locations and maintaining any such equipment on a regular basis.
• Staff shall be trained in the use of fire fighting equipment and emergency procedures.
• Having emergency procedures in the event of a fire clearly displayed throughout the premises.
• Identifying emergency escape routes and ensuring they are maintained in a safe condition. All emergency escape routes shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.
• Providing suitable portable fire fighting equipment in each company vehicle for use on sites as appropriate.

The safety officer is responsible for:

• The implementation of the company’s fire precautions policy.
• Recording fire training.
• Managing fire issues.
• Ensuring fire and evacuation arrangements are implemented, tested and monitored.