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so as not to cause any undue anxiety. Of course, it is also important to let them know when the test is concluded, so that if the alarm then sounds, they are aware that it is time to take action to evacuate. Other fire safety measures include the
requirement for a competent person, usually the lead fire warden, to carry out visual checks of fire safety equipment. This includes monthly visual inspections of fire extinguishers. It can be useful to conduct this visual inspection on the same day each month, for example on the first Tuesday of the month. Fire extinguishers should also be
serviced annually by a competent fire protection company; the industry standard is one that is BAFE registered. It is crucial to keep a record of visits from the fire protection company that services your fire protection equipment. A fire safety log book can be used for this purpose, and you can also record your weekly fire alarm tests and fire extinguisher visual inspections in it.
Conclusion Care home owners and operators should keep a copy of the certificates their staff receive after completing fire safety training. It is also recommended that
Doug Agnew
Doug Agnew is business development manager at Abbot Fire Group. His knowledge encompasses fire extinguishers, fire alarms, kitchen suppression systems, dry risers and passive fire protection. Doug is the company’s fire safety and fire warden trainer and conducts training in-house or at customer’s premises. His role also includes advising customers on their responsibilities for fire safety to staff and visitors on their premises and highlighting which products are most suitable and meet legal obligations. Doug also maintains ongoing relationships with new and existing clients to ensure they are meeting their responsibilities as defined by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order.
businesses keep a copy of their fire risk assessment in a safe place so they can keep track of when they last had one done and when it is time to carry out another fire risk assessment. When it comes to fire safety,
prevention is key, so ensuring you have
undertaken your legal responsibilities is crucial. In doing so, your fire risks are minimised and fire fighting equipment is available. You can then rest assured that in the unlikely event of a fire, staff know what to do, which in turn will reassure residents and their families.
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