Making your work premises safe from fire

 

A suitable and sufficient written fire risk assessment will identify the precautions and controls that need to be taken in work premises to ensure the premises and relevant people are safe in the work environment

Fire safety in work premises is crucial for protecting employees and preventing potential hazards from harming relevent people via suitable control measures. Here are key points to consider:
  • Responsibility: Employers or responsible persons must ensure fire safety measures are in place and regularly reviewed.
     
  • Fire Risk Assessment: Conduct regular fire risk assessments to identify hazards and risks, and keep a written record of the assessment.
     
  • Emergency Plans: Develop and maintain emergency plans that include evacuation routes and training for employees.
     
  • Legal Compliance: Adhere to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which outlines legal duties for fire safety in non-domestic premises.
     
  • Continuous Improvement: Fire safety is a continuous process that requires regular updates and reviews to ensure safety standards are maintained.
     
    If you need assistance Safety Counts carries out fire risk assessments for businesses across the North West of England. We cover a wide range of premises types, including  offices, retail,  healthcare, Airbnb and licensed premises. Whether you need an assessment for the first time or a review of an existing one, we can help.
    We also carry out fire door inspections at competitive rates

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

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