1. Fire Risk Assessment Support
Devine health and safety solutions can assist clients in:
- Identifying fire hazards – Assessing sources of ignition, fuel, and oxygen that could lead to a fire.
- Evaluating risks to people – Ensuring workplace layouts, emergency exits, and vulnerable groups (e.g., disabled employees) are considered.
- Developing risk mitigation strategies – Recommending ways to minimise risks, such as proper storage of flammable materials and ensuring electrical safety.
- Compliance with legal requirements – Helping businesses meet fire safety regulations (like the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in the UK.
- Providing fire risk assessment reports – Documenting findings and creating an action plan for fire prevention.
2. Fire Safety Management
You can help clients create and maintain a fire-safe environment by:
- Developing fire safety policies – Ensuring businesses have clear protocols and responsibilities for fire safety.
- Training and awareness programs – Educating staff on fire prevention, evacuation procedures, and use of fire extinguishers.
- Fire drills and emergency planning – Conducting regular drills to test response times and ensure employees know what to do in case of fire.
- Maintaining fire safety equipment – Ensuring fire alarms, extinguishers, and emergency lighting are regularly checked and serviced.
- Workplace health and safety integration – Aligning fire safety with overall health and safety practices, reducing workplace risks holistically.
By integrating fire risk assessments with fire safety management, your business can help clients create safer workplaces, comply with legal requirements, and protect both people and assets from fire-related hazards.