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Risk assessment

Assessing the fire safety of your organization

If you have five or more employees, you are required by law to carry out a fire safety risk assessment and keep a written record of the assessment.

It's important to remember that fire safety requirements change over time. For example, have you recently employed hard-of-hearing or disabled team members, that aren't covered by your original plans? Has your building been modified recently, or extended in any way?

These are just a few changes that can significantly impact your level of fire safety risk. If it's been a while since your last review, it's essential for you to take time out and update your plans.

Professional risk assessment

When arranging a professional risk assessment, make sure your assessor is suitably qualified (e.g BAFE qualified) and offers comprehensive information that covers:

Preparing emergency routes and exits – emergency preparedness
Assessing the need for fire detection, early warning systems and equipment
Planning to protect or remove dangerous substances
Evaluating the needs of vulnerable people and those with disabilities
Creating evacuation plans and evacuation procedures
Fire safety and fire warden training

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Risk assessment

Assessing the fire safety of your organization

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