The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

 

 

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

 

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, which comes into effect from October 1, covers almost every type of building, structure and open space, except for private homes and individual flats, although communal areas will still be affected.

Paul Coughlan of PSC fire safety, said: "It is important for people to understand how the new laws will affect them, particularly small businesses.

Paul Coughlan will be hosting a question and answer breakfast meeting at Rugby FSB monthly networking breakfast on the 15^th September 2006. If you can’t make the breakfast please email paul@pscfiresafety.com and we will forward you the presentation.

"Employers, self-employed people with premises, voluntary organisations, people responsible for buildings with public access and any contractor who exercises control over any premises will have a duty to ensure the safety of everyone who uses their premises.

"They will also have to ensure the safety of those in the immediate vicinity who may be at risk if there is a fire.

"Anyone responsible for premises must carry out a written fire safety risk assessment.

"The Fire and Rescue Service will then carry out inspections. Failure to comply could lead to enforced action or even prosecution."

This will give businesses the opportunity to learn from experts how they can ensure they comply with the new laws.

For more advice and a free home safety guide pleas visit our web site www.pscfiresafety.com scroll down the home page and complete your details.

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If you require advice or want to ask for help please ring 01455 557877 we would love to hear from you.