• Evaluating your staircases and escape routes. • Identifying who will operate the evacuation device.
• Determining whether the intended users can self- transfer.
• Testing different models to find the best fit for your needs.
We also bring equipment for live demonstrations so that your team can see firsthand how it performs in an emergency scenario.
You can learn more about our evacuation products here. Step two: Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)
A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) is not just a document - it’s a life-saving plan. It must be: • Legally compliant and tailored to the individual. • Tested and practiced ensuring a smooth evacuation.
• Agreed upon by all relevant parties, including the individual affected.
Many businesses assume that the Fire Service will handle evacuations - this is not the case. It is your responsibility to have the right AEDs on-site and ready for immediate use.
If you need expert advice, meet Elspeth Grant at our stand on 9th and 10th April to discuss PEEPs and best practices.
Find out more about our PEEPs training. Step three: Training
Buying the best evacuation equipment is pointless if your staff don’t know how to use it properly. Training is critical to ensuring that, in an emergency, your team can:
• Confidently operate evacuation devices. • Safely evacuate disabled and vulnerable individuals. • Respond quickly and effectively under pressure. At Evaccess, we offer:
• Operator training – Hands-on sessions to build confidence and competence.
• Train-the-Trainer programs – Empowering internal teams to train others.
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• Annual refresher courses – Keeping staff ready and prepared.
You can explore our training options here. Step 4: Servicing and ongoing support
AEDs need regular servicing to remain operational. A faulty evacuation chair during an emergency can have catastrophic consequences. That’s why we provide:
• Annual servicing to ensure your equipment is in top condition.
• Regular testing and inspections to catch potential issues early.
• Support for all makes and models of evacuation chairs and stair climbers.
The cost vs. safety debate: Why every business must take action Too often, businesses hesitate to invest in proper evacuation solutions due to cost concerns. But here’s a question to consider:
Why do we install travelators and escalators for able- bodied individuals, but hesitate to invest in life-saving evacuation equipment for disabled people?
The truth is safety should never be an afterthought. Every person has the right to a dignified, safe evacuation. The cost of inaction - whether through legal consequences, reputational damage, or worst of all, loss of life - is far greater than the investment in the right equipment and training.
Visit Evaccess at The Fire Safety Event Join us at the Fire Safety Event (Stand 4/L30) at NEC, Birmingham from 8th-10th April to discover how we can help you. You can meet Elspeth Grant on our stand from 9th-10th April.
Call us for advice and information: 0121 444 3690. Get in. Get out. Together.
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