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Responsible Person (e.g. employer) or Person Having Control of the Premises
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Address of Premises
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Person(s) Consulted:
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Assessor:
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Report reviewed by:
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Date of fire Risk Assessment
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Date of Previous Fire Risk Assessment
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Suggested Date for Review
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. THE PREMISES
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1.1. Number of floors at ground level and above:
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Number of floors entirely below ground level:
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Floors on which car parking is provided:
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1.2. Approximate floor area (m2 per floor)
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Approximate floor area: m2 gross
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Approximate floor area: m2 on ground floor.
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1.3. Details of construction and layout:
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1.4. Occupancy:
2. THE OCCUPANTS
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2.1. Approximate maximum number of employees at any one time:
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2.2. Approximate maximum number of other occupants at any one time:
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2.3. Approximate total number of people present in the building:
3. OCCUPANTS ESPECIALLY AT RISK FROM FIRE
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3.1. Sleeping occupants
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3.2. Disabled employees
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3.3. Other disabled occupants:
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3.4. Occupants in remote areas and lone workers:
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3.5. Young persons employed:
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3.6. Others:
4. FIRE LOSS EXPERIENCE
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5. OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
6. RELEVANT FIRE SAFETY LEGISLATION
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6.1. The following fire safety legislation applies to these premises:
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6.2. The above legislation is enforced by
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6.3. Other legislation that makes significant requirements for fire precautions in these premises [other than the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended)]:
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6.4. The other legislation referred to above is enforced by:
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6.5. Is there an alterations notice in force?
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6.6. Relevant information and deficiencies observed:
FIRE HAZARDS AND THEIR ELIMINATION OR CONTROL
7. ELECTRICAL SOURCES OF IGNITION
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7.1. Reasonable measures taken to prevent fires of electrical origin?
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7.2. More specifically:
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a) Fixed installation periodically inspected and tested?
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b) Is portable appliance testing carried out?
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c) Is there suitable control over the use of personal electrical appliances?<br>
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d) Suitable limitation of trailing leads and adapters?
8. SMOKING
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8.1. Reasonable measures taken to prevent fires as a result of smoking?
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8.2. More specifically:
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a) Is smoking prohibited in the building?
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b) Is smoking prohibited in appropriate areas?
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c) Are there suitable arrangements for those who wish to<br>smoke?
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d) Did the smoking policy appear to be observed at time of<br>inspection?
9. ARSON
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9.1. Does basic security against arson by outsiders appear reasonable?(1)
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9.2. Is there an absence of unnecessary fire load in close proximity to the premises or available for ignition by outsiders
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(1) Reasonable only in the context of this fire risk assessment. If specific advice on security (including security against arson) is required, the advice of a security specialist should be obtained
10. PORTABLE HEATERS AND HEATING INSTALLATIONS
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10.1. Is there satisfactory control over the use of portable<br>heaters?
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10.2 Are fixed heating and ventilation installations subject to regular maintenance?
11. COOKING
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11.1. Are reasonable measures taken to prevent fires as a result of cooking?
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11.2. More specifically:
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Filters changed and ductwork cleaned regularly?
12. LIGHTNING
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12.1. Do the premises have a lightning protection system?
13. HOUSEKEEPING
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13.1. Is the overall standard of housekeeping adequate?
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13.2. More specifically:
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a) Do combustible materials appear to be separated from<br>ignition sources?
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b) Is unnecessary accumulation or inappropriate storage of combustible materials or waste avoided?
14. HAZARDS INTRODUCED BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS AND BUILDING WORKS
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14.1. Is there satisfactory control over works carried out in the building?
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More specifically:
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a) Where appropriate, are fire safety conditions imposed on outside contractors?
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b) Where appropriate, is a permit to work system used<br>(e.g. for ‘hot work’)?
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c) Are suitable precautions taken by in-house maintenance personnel who carry out works?
15. DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES (2)
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15.1. Are the general fire precautions adequate to address the hazards associated with dangerous substances used or stored within the premises (3)?
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- No
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(2)For the purpose of this risk assessment and the Fire Safety Order, dangerous substances are primarily explosive, highly
flammable or flammable substances and oxidizing agents.
(3)Small quantities with negligible impact on the appropriate fire precautions need not be taken into account.
16. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FIRE HAZARDS THAT WARRANT CONSIDERATION
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16.1. Hazards
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FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES
17. MEANS OF ESCAPE FROM FIRE
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17.1. Is the design of the means of escape considered adequate?
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17.2. More specifically:
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a) Staircase and exit capacities appear to be adequate<br>for the number of occupants(4)? <br>
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b) Are there reasonable distances of travel:
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- where there is escape in a single direction?
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- where there are alternative means of escape?
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c) Is there adequate provision of exits?
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d) Do fire exits open in the direction of escape, where necessary?
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e) Are there satisfactory arrangements for escape where<br>revolving doors or sliding doors are used as exits?
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f) Are the arrangements provided for securing exits<br>satisfactory?
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g) Is a suitable standard of protection designed for escape<br>routes?
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h) Are there reasonable arrangements for means of escape for disabled people?
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17.3. Are the escape routes available for use and suitably<br>maintained?
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More specifically:
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a) Are fire-resisting doors maintained in sound condition<br>and self-closing, where necessary?
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b) Is the fire-resisting construction protecting escape<br>routes in sound condition(5)?
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c) Are all escape routes clear of obstructions?
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d) Are all fire exits easily and immediately openable?
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(4) Based on current occupancy information provided. Detailed calculations (e.g. using floor space factors to predict maximum occupancy) are not carried out.
(5) This fire risk assessment will not necessarily identify all minor fire stopping issues that might exist within the building. If you become aware of other fire stopping issues, or are concerned about the adequacy of fire stopping, you might consider arranging for an invasive survey by a competent specialist.
18. MEASURES TO LIMIT FIRE SPREAD AND DEVELOPMENT
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18.1. It is considered that there is:
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a) compartmentation of a reasonable standard(6)?
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b) reasonable limitation of linings that might promote fire<br>spread?
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18.2 As far as can reasonably be ascertained, fire dampers are provided as necessary to protect critical means of escape against passage of fire, smoke and combustion products in the early stages of a fire(9)(10)?
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(9)This fire risk assessment will not necessarily identify all minor fire stopping issues that might exist within the building. If you become aware of other fire stopping issues, or are concerned about the adequacy of fire stopping, you may wish to consider arranging for an invasive survey by a competent specialist.
(10) A full investigation of the design of HVAC systems is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment.
19. EMERGENCY ESCAPE LIGHTING
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19.1. Reasonable standard of emergency escape lighting<br>system provided(8)?
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(8) Based on visual inspection, but no test of illuminance levels or verification of full compliance with relevant British
Standards carried out.
20. FIRE SAFETY SIGNS AND NOTICES
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20.1 Is there a reasonable standard of fire safety signs and notices?
21. MEANS OF GIVING WARNING IN CASE OF FIRE
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21.1. Is a reasonable fire detection and fire alarm system<br>provided(9)?
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21.2. Is there remote transmission of alarm signals?
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21.3. Is a zone plan displayed?
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21.4 Relevant information on false alarm experience (if known):
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(9) Based on visual inspection, but no audibility tests or verification of full compliance with relevant British Standard carried out.
22. MANUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHING APPLIANCES
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22.1. Is there reasonable provision of manual fire extinguishing<br>appliances?
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22.2. What type(s) of appliances are provided?
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22.3. Are all fire extinguishing appliances readily accessible?
23. RELEVANT AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS(10)
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23.1. Type of fixed system
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(10) Relevant to life safety and this risk assessment (as opposed to property protection).
24. OTHER RELEVANT FIXED SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT(11)
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24.1. Type of fixed system
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24.2. Is there suitable provision of firefighters’ switch(es) for high<br>voltage luminous tube signs, etc.?
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24.3 Are there appropriately sited facilities for electrical isolation<br>of any photovoltaic (PV) cells, with appropriate signage, to assist the fire and rescue service?
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(11) Relevant to life safety and this risk assessment (as opposed to property protection).
MANAGEMENT OF FIRE SAFETY
25. PROCEDURES AND ARRANGEMENTS
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25.1. Safety Assistance: The competent person(s) appointed under Article 18 of the Fire Safety Order to assist the Responsible Person in undertaking the preventive and protective measures (i.e. relevant general fire precautions) is:
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25.2 Fire safety at the premises is managed by(12):
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25.3. Is there a suitable record of the fire safety<br>arrangements?
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25.4. Are procedures in the event of fire appropriate and<br>properly documented, where appropriate(13)? <br>
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More specifically:
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a) Are there adequate procedures for investigating fire<br>alarm signals?
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b) Are there suitable arrangements for summoning the<br>fire and rescue service?
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c) Are there suitable arrangements to meet the fire<br>and rescue service on arrival and provide relevant<br>information, including that relating to hazards to<br>fire-fighters?
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d) Are there suitable arrangements for ensuring that<br>the premises have been evacuated?
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e) Is there a suitable fire assembly point(s)?
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f) Are there adequate procedures for evacuation of<br>any disabled people who are likely to be present?
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25.5. Persons nominated and trained to use fire extinguishing appliances
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25.6. If the premises are in multiple occupation, are there<br>adequate arrangements for cooperation between<br>duty holders to ensure coordination of their fire safety<br>arrangements?
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25.7. Persons nominated to assist with evacuation, including evacuation of disabled people?
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25.8 Appropriate liaison with fire and rescue service (i.e. by<br>fire and rescue service crews visiting for familiarization visits?)
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25.9. Routine in-house inspections of fire precautions (e.g. in the course of health and safety inspections)?
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(12) This is not intended to represent a legal interpretation of responsibility, but merely reflects the managerial arrangement in place at the time of this risk assessment.
(13) Based on brief review of procedures at the time of this fire risk assessment. In-depth review of documentation is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment, unless otherwise stated.
26. TRAINING AND DRILLS
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26.1 Are all staff given adequate fire safety instruction and training?
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More specifically:
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a) Are they trained on induction?
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b) Are they given adequate periodic refresher training?
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c) Are they given additional training to cover any specific roles and responsibilities?
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d) Is the content of training provided considered adequate(14)?
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26.2. Are fire drills carried out at appropriate intervals?
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26.3 When the employees of another employer work in the<br>premises, is appropriate information on fire risks and fire safety measures provided?
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(14) Based on brief consideration of the scope of such training. In-depth evaluation is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment.
27. TESTING AND MAINTENANCE
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27.1. Adequate maintenance of workplace?
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27.2. Weekly testing and periodic servicing of fire detection and alarm system
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27.3. Monthly and annual testing routines for emergency escape lighting?
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27.4. Is annual maintenance of fire extinguishing appliances<br>undertaken?
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27.5. Is periodic inspection of external escape staircases and<br>gangways undertaken?
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27.6. Are six-monthly inspection and annual testing of rising mains undertaken?
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27.7. Are weekly and monthly testing, six-monthly inspection,<br>and annual inspection and testing undertaken of lift(s)<br>provided for use by firefighters or evacuation of disabled<br>people (evacuation lifts)?
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27.8. Weekly testing and periodic inspection of sprinkler installations?
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27.9. Are routine checks of final exit doors and/or security<br>fastenings undertaken?
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27.10. Are annual inspection and testing of the lightning<br>protection system undertaken?
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27.11. Other relevant inspections or tests:
28. RECORDS
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28.1. Appropriate records of:
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a) Fire drills?
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b) Fire training?
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c) Fire alarm tests?
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d) False alarms?
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e) Emergency escape lighting tests?
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f) Maintenance and testing of other fire protection systems and equipment ?
