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  • Site conducted

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  • Prepared by

  • Location

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Building Particulars

  • Premises full address (inc. Postcode):

  • Occupier:

  • Owner (if different to Occupier):

  • General description of building/premises:

  • Date of construction:

  • No. of floors in building:

  • No. of basements:

  • Name of the person conducting the FRA:

  • Note: Is the person conducting the assessment deemed to be competent?

  • I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the information contained in this fire risk assessment is correct, based on information provided at the time the assessment was undertaken.

  • Signature of Assessor: ...............................................................................

  • Assessment Area:

  • Original design guidance (if known) or guidance at last upgrade:

  • Assessment Area Plan - INSERT AN ASSESSMENT AREA PLAN DETAILING MEANS OF ESCAPE AND OTHER EXISTING PREVENTATIVE AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES

1 - Identification of Hazards

  • 1.1 Examples of sources of fuel that might be present

  • 1.2 Sources of ignition present

  • 1.3 Are activities with processes such as cooking, Welding or frictional heat?

  • 1.4 Is there gas or burning oil equipment?

  • 1.5 Are there light bulbs etc. near flammable materials?

  • 1.6 Does electrical equipment have current PAT test?

  • 1.7 Are there wander or extension leads/multi point adapters in sockets?

  • 1.8 Are portable heaters in use? Are they unobstructed and secured?

  • 1.9 Is arson a potential problem?

  • 1.10 Are highly flammable materials stored or used?

  • 1.11 Is combustible waste allowed to accumulate?

  • 1.12 Are excessive quantities of combustible materials used/stored?

  • 1.13 Are substantial areas of walls or ceilings covered with flammable linings or materials?

  • 1.14 Are there any other combustible materials that represent a hazard i.e. aerosols?

  • 1.15 Is smoking permitted or smoking materials present?

  • 1.16 Is there piped oxygen in use?

  • 1.17 Are there oxygen cylinders used/stored?

  • 1.18 Are Nitrous oxygen cylinders used/stored?

  • 1.19 Is storage and use of cylinders in accordance with legislation/guidance?

  • 1.20 Are medical gas shut off switches identifiable and suitably located?

  • 1.21 Is there an operational procedure for isolation?

  • 1.22 Are oxidising materials used or stored?

2 - People at Risk

  • 2.1 People in and around the premises

  • 2.2 Also consider

  • 2.3 Special considerations for young persons

  • 2.4 Other considerations

People at risk - Independent / Dependent / high Dependency

  • No. of Staff - Days

  • Dependency

  • No. of Staff - Nights

  • Dependency

  • Lone workers

  • Dependency

Patients - is the assessment area:

  • A sleeping area

  • Dependency

  • Number of patients

  • A patient access area (e.g. OPD, Physiotherapy, Radiology etc.)

  • Dependency

  • Number of patients

  • A non patient area

  • Dependency

  • Number of people

Others in the immediate vicinity who may be affected

  • Visitors

  • Number of visitors

  • Control Measures in place

  • General comments & observations
  • General comments & observations

  • Existing control measures

  • Further control measures required

3 - Evaluating Removing or Reducing and protecting from Risk

3.1 Evaluate the risk of a fire occurring

  • 3.1.1 Smoking

  • Level of Risk 3.11

  • Observations

  • 3.1.2 Fire started by patient

  • Level of Risk 3.1.2

  • Observations

  • 3.1.3 Arson

  • Level of Risk 3.1.3

  • Observations

  • 3.1.4 Work processes

  • Level of risk 3.1.4

  • Observations

  • 3.1.5 Fire hazard rooms

  • Level of Risk 3.1.5

  • Observations

  • 3.1.6 Equipment

  • Level of Risk 3.1.6

  • Observations

  • 3.1.7 Non patient areas

  • Level of Risk 3.1.7

  • Observations

  • 3.1.8 Lightning

  • Level of Risk 3.1.8

  • Observations

  • 3.1.9 Electrical

  • Level of Risk 3.1.9

  • Observations

  • 3.1.10 Toasters and portable equipment

  • Level of Risk 3.1.10

  • Observations

  • 3.1.11 Cooking

  • Level of Risk 3.1.11

  • Observations

  • 3.1.12 Contractors

  • Level of Risk 3.1.12

  • Observations

  • 3.1.13 General comments & observations
  • Comment/Observation

  • 3.1.14 Existing control measures
  • Existing control measures in place

  • measures
    3.1.15 Further control measures required

  • measures
    3.1.15 Further control measures required
  • Description of further control measures required

3.2 Evaluating the risk to people from fire - Means of Escape

  • 3.2.1 Is there an alternative direction of escape?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.2 Is the travel distance acceptable?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.3 Are escape routes free from obstruction and combustible materials?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.4 Are escape routes clearly indicated with correct signage?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.5 Is escape lighting provided and adequate?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.6 Are fire/smoke dampers and control systems maintained and tested?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.7 Are elements of structure adequate?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.8 Is (sub)compartmentation integrity adequately maintained?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.9 Are suitable refuge areas provided?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.10 If refuge areas are provided, are communications provided and tested?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.11 Are all internal fire doors clearly marked?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.12 Is fire door integrity/strips/seals and all furniture adequately maintained?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.13 Are fire doors wedged open?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.14 Is patient observation adequate for risk?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.15 Are staff numbers adequate for the risk?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.16 Are staff trained in correct evacuation procedures?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.17 Do staff carry out evacuation drills yearly?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.18 Are staff/visitor fire notices adequate?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.19 Are high risk rooms adequately protected?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.20 Are there rooms utilised as fire hazard rooms, which do not meet current standards? Identify the rooms and the strategy to upgrade.

  • Comment

  • 3.2.21 Are there security devices on doors that are suitable & acceptable? Do they comply with Appendix C in HTM 05-03: Part K?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.22 Detail facilities provided for fire fighters. Is the maintenance appropriate & are records kept?

  • Comment

  • 3.2.23 If vertical evacuation is necessary (internal or external), are stairways suitable in size & width? (Table 1 – HBN 40-02: Part C)

  • Comment

  • 3.2.24 Detail any necessary action to eliminate or reduce ALARP identified risk
  • Actions to eliminate or reduce ALARP identified risk

3.3 Removing or reducing the fire hazards

  • 3.3.1 Are stock levels kept to a minimum?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.2 Are flammable liquids stored correctly?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.3 Is an effective waste management system in place and observed?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.4 Is housekeeping to a high standard?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.5 Is electrical, mechanical and gas equipment used and maintained correctly?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.6 Are extension, wander leads or socket adaptors used?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.7 Are portable heaters in temporary use? If so, can they be replaced with fixed heaters or secured?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.8 Are the recommendations of HTM 05- 03 Pt F on arson being adopted?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.9 Are combustible materials / surface finishes and notice boards etc to appropriate standards?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.10 Are contractors ‘work’ and ‘hot work’ permits issued and monitored?

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.11 Can any hazardous substance be removed or replaced with a less dangerous substance

  • Comment / Action taken to remove/reduce hazard

  • 3.3.12 General comments & observations
  • Comment/Observation

  • 3.3.13 Existing control measures
  • Existing control measures in place

  • 3.3.14 Further control measures required
  • Description of further control measures required

3.4 Removing and reducing the risks to people from fire

  • 3.4.1 Is an AFD system installed, tested and maintained to HTM 05-03 Pt B?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.2 If the AFD system does not conform to HTM 05-03: Part B what is the standard?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.3 Are call points clear and available?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.4 Is the fire alarm /AFD linked to an alarm centre?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.5 Are appropriate fire action notices at all call points?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.6 Are fixed suppression systems adequately maintained and tested?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.7 Are hose reels provided and maintained?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.8 Are appropriate portable extinguishers provided?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.9 Are the extinguishers suitably located, indicated and readily available?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.10 Has all fire fighting equipment been serviced / recorded in the last 12 months?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.11 Are smoke control systems adequately maintained and tested?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.12 Are staff trained to the required level? (see HTM 05-03: Part A)

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.13 Is there clear access for Fire Service vehicles/personnel?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.14 Are all textiles and furniture to HTM 05-03 Pt C?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.15 Do all commercial enterprises conform to HTM 05-03 Pt D?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.4.16 Details of additional measures to eliminate or reduce ALARP identified risk
  • Additional Measure

3.5 Management issues

  • 3.5.1 Is a suitable emergency plan in place? Has it been practiced within the past 12 months?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.2 Have all staff received all appropriate training in the last 12 months?

  • Comment / Action required

  • <br>3.5.3 Are these Trust policies available and do staff know where and how to access the Trust Fire/arson/security policy?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.4 Were sufficient fire wardens present on the day of audit?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.5 Are fire wardens completing and recording their routine checks?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.6 Are maintenance records available for AFD, /emergency lighting/FFE?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.7 Are test records available for AFD?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.8 Is co-ordination/co-operation with other Trusts working and recorded?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.9 Has a Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) assessment been completed?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.10 Are the requirements of the DDA being met?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.11 Is this area subject of an action plan or enforcement notice from the Fire Service?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.12 Are staff proactive in the avoidance of unwanted fire signals?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.13 Detail the number of fires and unwanted signals in this area in the last 24 months. Include action taken to reduce UwFS.

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.14 Which HTM 05–03 Pt H category is achieved?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.15 Are there any special evacuation aids present? If so, are staff trained in their use?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.16 Is there a plan on the wall indicating fire safety measures?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.17 Have employees, contractors etc. been made aware of all relevant factors relating to the Trust’s fire safety arrangements?

  • Comment / Action required

  • 3.5.18 Detail additional measures to eliminate or reduce ALARP identified risk
  • Additional measures to eliminate or reduce ALARP identified risk

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