An assessment will also be made of the documented procedures to be followed in the event of any fire incident, together with the level of training and practice. Ultimately, the document will assess the likelihood of any fire occurring together with the potential impact on the building and its occupants. There is a statutory requirement for businesses to provide all personnel with instructions and training in the emergency procedures to be followed in the event of any fire incident. This should take place as part of a general induction training program as soon as practicable following employment of the individual. A Fire Risk Assessment might have identified a need for a number of personnel to be appointed as Fire Wardens and/or Fire Marshals with specific responsibilities at the time of a fire incident. These individuals will require specialised training in order that they fully understand their roles and responsibilities.
A Fire Risk Assessment is a comprehensive assessment of all hazards on a premises that could cause a fire together with all risks that could enable any fire to develop and spread. It will also detail how many persons could, potentially, be affected by any fire that might occur; as well as the nature of those persons (e.g. disabled, young persons etc.).
A Fire Risk Assessment is a comprehensive assessment of all hazards on a premises that could cause a fire together with all risks that could enable any fire to develop and spread. It will also detail how many persons could, potentially, be affected by any fire that might occur; as well as the nature of those persons (e.g. disabled, young persons etc.).
