The introduction of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in October 2006 has brought about many changes changes in the way fire safety is managed within UK businesses.

The changes include:

• Removing the previous “fire certificate” regime.
• Placing the emphasis on those in charge of non-domestic premises to assess the risk of a fire starting and spreading and implement appropriate control measures and preventative actions.
• The appointment of a competent “Responsible Person” to organise and arrange for implementation of suitable and sufficient control measures to address the risk associated with fire in any non-domestic setting.

The control measures necessary include: 

• Preparing a Fire Risk Management Policy
• Clearly defined roles and responsibilities for those in charge of a non-domestic premise.
• Appointment of fire wardens and provision of relevant training to enable them to discharge their responsibilities safely and effectively.
• Providing suitable fire safety precautions, and fire fighting provisions.
• Providing employees with fire safety awareness training and providing them with information regarding the correct action to take in event of a fire emergency at work.
• Liaising with all parties to ensure that fire safety matters which can affect adjoining premises are clearly communicated to those who need such information. 

Those in charge of non-domestic premises are required to demonstrate compliance with the new legislation and must satisfy Fire Officers that suitable arrangements have been made to combat fire safety risks. Although the requirement of a fire certificate has now gone, the Local Fire Authority will continue to enforce fire safety legislation and will review building layouts and drawings as a part of building control approval.

Systems For Safety provide the expertise required in order to ensure that our clients comply with the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order. We act as the “Responsible Persons” to enable compliance with the legislative requirements.

Our services include:

• Fire Risk Assessments

• Emergency evacuation plans/procedures

• Provision of Fire Warden training

• Provision of General Fire Safety Training to staff

• Fire safety systems review an management thereof

• Provision and maintenance of fire fighting equipment

• Fire extinguisher training