The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into effect on 1st October 2006 and applies to England and Wales only.
The Order requires the owners or controlling occupiers of business premises to carry out a Fire Risk Assessment which must include the WHOLE PREMISES. The risk assessment must take account of the needs of “Special Risk Persons” and any “Dangerous Substances” and places a requirement to provide suitable equipment for detection and warning. Escape routes and assembly points must be identified.
Failure to carry out the required risk assessments may leave you liable to substantial fines or even imprisonment.
All the above will be assessed when your premises and procedures are inspected by an experienced Suresite Consultant who will prepare a comprehensive report with easy-to-follow “Action Plan” to enable you to make decisions to ensure a safe environment for your employees, customers and contractors.
Annual follow-up reports ensure continuing safe operations.
Please contact us if you require any advice or assistance