Fire Risk Assessments For Place Of Assembly, Entertainment Or Recreation.
Do I need a fire risk assessment for my facility?
Yes, it is a legal requirement to have a fire risk assessment for your property in England. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, owners and operators of business properties are legally responsible for ensuring the safety of their visitors from the risk of fire.
This includes carrying out a fire risk assessment and implementing appropriate fire safety measures, such as installing smoke alarms and providing clear evacuation routes. Failure to comply with fire safety regulations can result in fines, legal action, and even imprisonment in serious cases.
Therefore, it is crucial to have a fire risk assessment carried out by a qualified specialist to ensure that your property is fully compliant with all relevant safety regulations.
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Offering comprehensive fire risk assessment services for various premises.
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public houses
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clubs
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village halls and community centres
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churches and other religious centres
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marquees and tents
Fire risks in places of assembly, such as theaters, auditoriums, and conference centres.
Fire risks in places of assembly, such as theaters, auditoriums, and conference centers, can include the following:
1. Overcrowding: Excessive occupancy can hinder evacuation during an emergency.
2. Flammable Materials: Decorations, curtains, and upholstery made from flammable materials can easily catch fire.
3. Electrical Hazards: Faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, and improper use of electrical equipment can lead to fires.
4. Cooking Equipment: In venues with kitchens or concession stands, cooking equipment can pose a significant fire risk if not maintained properly.
5. Heating Equipment: Improperly maintained heating systems can ignite nearby materials.
6. Smoking: If smoking is permitted, discarded cigarettes or matches can lead to fires.
7. Emergency Exits: Blocked or poorly marked exits can impede evacuation efforts during a fire.
8. Storage Areas: Improperly stored items, especially flammable ones, can increase fire risk.
9. Special Effects: The use of pyrotechnics or other special effects can introduce fire hazards if not managed correctly.
10. Lack of Fire Safety Equipment: Insufficient fire extinguishers, alarms, or sprinkler systems can exacerbate a fire situation.
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Emergency Plan
As an employer, owner or occupier of commercial premises there is a lawful obligation to make a detailed fire emergency plan.
A simple emergency plan should include the following:
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A suitable fire detection system.
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A process for identifying false alarms.
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A clear understanding of who calls 999.
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All escape routes must be unobstructed, planned out and clearly marked.
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Emergency doors that open easily and emergency lighting if required.
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Employee training so they know escape routes and a safe meeting point.
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Always consider people who can’t escape quickly in a fire like wheelchair users.
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Find guidance for people with disabilities here: Fire Safety Risk Assessment: Means of Escape for Disabled People.
The Fire risk assessment process
1.Quotation
2. Site Visit
3.Report Created
4.Handover
What are your Legal Obligations?
The main fire safety law, restaurants must comply with, is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO). Under the FSO, your premises must reach the required standard and all employees are provided with adequate fire safety training.
Adequate fire safety training varies from business to business but generally includes:
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General fire awareness induction.
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Periodic refresher or extra training where the risk level increases as a result of business changes.
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Training to support employees meeting their fire safety duties.
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Skill-building such as, FRAs or using fire extinguishers.
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If you are responsible for the commercial premises, carrying out an Fire risk assessment and creating an emergency plan are both legal requirements.
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This short guide is intended to assist ‘persons’ with duties under fire safety legislation in England
to comply with the legislation.
Its purpose is to explain the duties in simple, non-legal language.
As such, it is not a guide to completing a fire risk assessment
