Purchasing the right fire fighting equipment
Every business needs to take fire safety into consideration. This is a legal requirement for an organisation and there are many things that have to be addressed. One of these is getting a suitable number of fire extinguishers.
As an employer you are required by law to provide your staff with the necessary fire fighting equipment to be able to tackle a fire in the workplace. You are also legally obliged to select a competent individual to service the equipment on a regular basis, at least once a year.
In addition to choosing a specialist company that can supply this fire fighting equipment, you can also now arrange for the servicing of these fire extinguishers from the same provider to ensure you continue to meet all these fire safety regulations.
When purchasing this equipment you can rest assured that the fire extinguishers provided are all of an exceptionally high quality and are made to BS EN3 standards for the different classes of fire. At the same time as ordering this fire safety equipment you can also take advantage of the fire extinguisher stands, fire safety signs and fire blankets which are available.
The latest fire fighting equipment can be ordered online or you could choose to speak to the fire safety specialist directly to ensure your company is up to date with its legal fire safety obligations.
Fire alarm systems to comply with current legislation
Every business needs to consider fire safety. This is a requirement by law and it is not only necessary carry out a Fire Risk Assessment on your company premises, but also to ensure that your fire safety equipment is in full working order and up to date in order to comply with the current regulations.
From conventional to wireless alarms and remote monitoring, these kinds of systems are important in detecting the presence of fire if an unfortunate incident was to occur in your building. As someone who is responsible for the organisation, you need to understand that this is a key component of fire safety.
You will find that there are a number of fire alarm systems available on the market so you may wish to speak to the fire safety specialists in deciding which would be most suitable for your business premises and that best meets your requirements.
When you have identified the right fire alarm solution, whether this is an entry level model or highly complex system, you can then make a purchase and arrange for it to be installed.
If you are looking for help with your fire safety compliance, you should get in touch with a BAFE approved company that will be able to assist you.
The real need for fire evacuation training
When a fire breaks out in an office building or factory, the fear and need to escape can easily take over a person. However, when you panic, you are not able to think straight and may even lead yourself into further danger. This is why fire evacuation training is needed because leaving a building in the event of a fire is not always as straightforward as it may appear.
The appropriate fire evacuation procedures need to be put in place as it is also a legal requirement to conduct regular fire evacuation tests on business premises. Fire evacuation is a key component of a company’s fire safety strategy and Fire Risk Assessment – so must be treated as such.
Evacuation training will enable you to devise an appropriate evacuation plan for your building so that any potential problems are considered in advance of any incident which could occur. Then, as your staff carry out evacuation drills you can highlight any issues that may arise in terms of safety.
In fact, your Fire Risk Assessment should already highlight if you have any disabled people in the workplace or if anyone requires assistance in evacuating the building in the event of an emergency situation. This three hour course should aid you with the evacuation of the disabled and how to use evacuation chairs.
If you require a full day course then the training can also include a number of scenarios to evaluate the effectiveness of the current staff evacuation procedure.
The Train the Trainer course does exactly what it says
It is a legal requirement that a number of people within an organisation take responsibility for the fire safety of a site. However, it is also necessary to educate staff about the hazards associated with fire. With this course you can do both as you will be trained as a fire warden and also develop the person’s skills in delivering presentations on the subject.
By taking advantage of this intense but ultimately rewarding three day course, you will be presented with both ‘Train the Trainer’ and ‘Fire Warden Training’ certification upon completion.
By the end of the course you should be ready to put your knowledge and skills to good use by being able to comfortably train other personnel within your organisation.
You will be taught on the course by instructors with more than 15 years of experience in the fire service and the training includes all the necessary fire training components.
The course includes all aspects of fire awareness and you will also benefit from the live fire training experience.
This course differs from others in that you will also be able to instruct other people and be able to deliver confident and powerful presentations, through individual coaching and constructive feedback.
Training your workers in manual handling
The statistics point to the fact that a high proportion of employee injuries with time off work lasting three days or more are due to manual handling. This is why it is important that you ensure all staff is well trained in this aspect of work.
Help is now at hand however in the form of manual handling training, which can give designated employees the ability to carry out their own manual handling risk assessments on your work premises to ensure it complies with the Manual Handling Regulations 1992, and the 2002 amendments.
This applies to a variety of activities in the workplace, including; pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying and lowering tasks. These regulations expect that manual handling activities will be avoided, wherever possible, and that all risks will be reduced to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
You will find that there are many aspects to this training, so it is worth your time to read more about what the courses entail. Rest assured that the two manual handling courses – ‘Manual Handling Operations for Managers’ and ‘Safe Manual Handling Techniques’ – which are available, will be carried out by highly experienced instructors with many years of experience in the industry.