Fire safety staff training

Fire safety staff training presentation for Sonas Hospitality at the Isle of Skye. Designed for Skeabost House Hotel Staff.

1. @ SkeabostHotel # FireSafety # SonasAcademy

2. Fire Safety Legal requirements Fire in numbers - UK Different categories of fire Fire prevention Action if fire breaks out

3. Legal requirements In Scotland, requirements on general fire safety are covered in Part 3 of the  Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 , supported by the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 . Employer is responsible to: carry out a fire risk assessment of the premises and review it regularly tell staff or their representatives about the risks you’ve identified put in place, and maintain, appropriate fire safety measures plan for an emergency provide staff information, fire safety instruction and training

4. Fire in numbers - UK Fire and Rescue Services in Great Britain attended 505,600 in 2015. 322 fire-related deaths in Great Britain in 2015. There were 9,748 non-fatal casualties in fires in Great Britain in 2015.

5. Understanding Fire Fire needs 3 things to exist. Fuel Oxygen Heat The Fire Triangle

6. Fire categories Important to understand the different categories in order to extinguish the fire.

7. Fire prevention Be fire safety aware Control ignition sources Prevent any accumulation of fuels Only use electrical equipment that is PAT tested Do not block fire exits, call points or extinguishers Do not wedge fire doors open Ensure good housekeeping Maintain effective security Report any bad practice or risks immediately to your line manager Fire alarm testing

8. Action if fire breaks out If you hear the fire alarm.. Evacuation Do not delay to collect belongings If smoke is present then keep low to the floor to add your escape If necessary check that internal doors are cool with the back of your hand before opening them People with disabilities Report to designated assembly point promptly Don’t block any Emergency Services route to the building Report any missing colleagues to your duty manager Report any disabled persons left at Refuge Points Remain at assembly point until advised otherwise Do not wander off as it may be assumed that you are trapped in the building Different procedure for DUTY MANAGERS

9. Action if fire breaks out If you discover a fire.. Shout ‘FIRE’. Raise the alarm by pushing the button a RED fire alarm call point. Do not return to your desk/work area to collect personal belongings Leave the building by the nearest available fire escape route. Go to the assembly area and inform the duty manager about your actions.

10. Action if fire breaks out If able to fight the fire: You should always know where the fire extinguishers are located and how they should be used. If you cant bring things under control, stop trying and get out immediately. Never put yourself in a situation when the fire is between you and your escape road. Always stand with your back to the exit. Make sure that you use the correct extinguisher. Depending on the fire category.

11. Action if fire breaks out Each extinguisher will have a instructions on it’s cover. How to use the extinguisher: 3 P system Pull out the security pin Point at the base of the fire Press the trigger firmly Move the fire extinguisher from side to side towards the base of the flames

12. On Your Return to Your Workplace Today Ensure that you know: The escape routes Final exit doors and how to open them Location and types of fire fighting equipment Locations of call points Any specific fire procedures including the assembly points Who your fire wardens are Who to report to with any defects or bad practices

13. Examples of defects to report Covered smoke detectors Fire doors damaged or not closing properly Broken/damaged lighting, especially emergency lighting Missing or damaged fire extinguishers Service riser covers open. Accumulation of rubbish and clutter excessive paper in offices etc. Obstructed corridors.

14. Examples of defects to report Covered smoke detectors Fire doors damaged or not closing properly Broken/damaged lighting, especially emergency lighting Missing or damaged fire extinguishers Service riser covers open. Accumulation of rubbish and clutter excessive paper in offices etc. Obstructed corridors.

15. Thank you..