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Location
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Site Name
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Site Owner
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Date & time of assessment
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Date of previous inspection / FRA review
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Assessment conducted by
Stage 1 - Identify significant fire hazards
Combustible Materials
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Are there any materials that form part of the business operation?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there any packaging materials?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is there any dry grass? Note this is dependent on season.
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there any oil filled transformers on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there any batteries on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there any battery chargers on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is there electrical equipment on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) CCTV cabinet?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Stage 1 - Identify significant fire hazards
Sources of ignition
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Do any work processes generate flames, sparks or other sources of ignition?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are electrical installations in good condition?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are electrical items tested (Portable Appliance Test - PAT)?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is there an ignition risk from cigarette smoking, lighters or matches? (including E-Cigarettes)
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is there a risk of arson?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there kitchen / cooking / welfare facilities on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Stage 2 - Identify the people at risk
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Are there Contractors working on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is there an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are there auditors working on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are members of National Power Grid present on site?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Site Owner(s)?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Non-English speaking personnel / contractors?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Stage 3 - Coping with residual risk
Means of escape
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Are means of escape unobostructed?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Signage
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Are fire action notices displayed?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Are sign indicating location of firefighting equipment displayed?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Fire Alarm
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Gas horn?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Verbal warning?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Is the fire alarm tested weekly?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Fire authority response
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Details of fire authority known?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Access routes for fire appliances sufficient?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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LW - Does the site have an Emergency Response Plan which covers fire?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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LW - Does the site conduct regular emergency drills, specifically in relation to fire / mustering etc?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Fire fighting equipment
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CO2 extinguisher?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Dry powder extinguisher?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Stage 4 - Management procedures
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Liaison with Contractors?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Good Housekeeping?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Maintenance and testing of fire safety equipment?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Maintenance of electrical equipment and plant?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Record keeping?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Staff training?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
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Emergency Procedures?
- NO - Major Non Conformance: Imminent risk of injury / ill health or serious breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action.
- NO - Minor Non Conformance: Minor breach of legislation which could lead to enforcement action. Moderate foreseeable risk of injury or ill-health
- YES / NO - Opportunity for Improvement: A weakness or deficiency in conditions has been identified and could be enhanced or improved.
- YES - Compliant: Fully compliant with legislation and best practice.
- NA - Non Applicable (NA)
Stage 5 - Overall Risk Rating
Risk Rating Matrix
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Risk Rating matrix
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Overall risk rating based on risk rating matrix? (Severity x Probability)
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Risk rating is HIGH - immediate action is required. Inform line manager and ensure inspection has captured all necessary actions.