Identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
A fire risk assessment is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It helps identify potential fire hazards, evaluate risks, and implement measures to keep people safe. It is a systematic review of your premises to:
Identify Hazards: Look for ignition sources, fuels, and oxygen supply.
Identify People at Risk: Consider vulnerable individuals (e.g., disabled staff).
Evaluate, Remove, or Reduce Risks: Apply control measures.
Record Findings: Document hazards and actions taken.
Review Regularly: Update assessment when changes occur.
Schedule reviews annually or after significant changes to your workplace layout or operations.
Employers and responsible persons must ensure:
Write down two improvements you could make to your current fire risk assessment process.
Test your understanding:
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