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Do I need Fire Safety Signs in my premises?

fire-exitFire Safety Legislation (the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005) requires that a Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is completed by any employer. The ‘Responsible Person’ (you?) who effects this for your workplace will specify what signs you require and where they should be located. Effecting such FRA’s is a service we offer our customers incidentally. Literally hundreds of signs are available covering a wide range of areas. Directional signs clearly pointing you towards Fire Exits in emergencies. Instructional...
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What is a Fire Risk Assessment and why do I need one?

Ace Fire team member doing fire risk assessmentFire Risk Assessments (HM Government’s definition):
  • A Fire Risk Assessment is an organised & methodical look at your premises, the activities carried on there & the likelihood that a fire could start & cause harm to those in and around the premises.
  • If you are an employer, under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 you MUST carry out a Fire Risk Assessment of your workplace.
  • If you employ over 5 people your...
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