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Fire Safety

Risk Assessment

PREMISES:

Breitling 198 Regent Street London

Assessment Conducted by: Rob Blair

High Security Group Ltd

Suite 22 Parker House

Parker Industrial Estate

Mansfield Road

Derby

DE21 4SZ

Assessment Date: 26

th

February 2020

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CONTENTS

Contents ... ... 3 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ... 5 1.1 Persons at Risk ... 5 1.2 Sources of Fuel ... 5 1.3 Sources of Ignition ... 5

1.4 Fire Precautions and Protection ... 5

1.5 Conclusion ... 6

2 Fire Safety Risk Assessment Methodology ... 7

2.1 Step 1 – Identifying fire hazards ... 7

2.2 Step 2 – Identifying people at risk ... 7

2.3 Step 3 – Evaluate the risk level ... 7

2.4 Step 4 – Implement control measures where necessary ... 8

2.5 Step 5 – Review and revise the risk assessment ... 8

3 PREMISES DETAILS ... 9

4 RESPONSIBLE PERSONS ... 10

5 IDENTIFICATION OF SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF FUEL ON THIS PREMISES ... 11

6 IDENTIFICATION OF SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF IGNITION ON THIS PREMISES ... 12

7 SOURCES OF FUEL ... 13

7.1 Sources of Fuel - Combustible Materials, Waste and Housekeeping ... 13

7.2 Sources of Fuel - Flammable Substances, Mains and Other Gases and Oxygen ... 14

7.3 Sources of Fuel - Interior Furnishings ... 14

8 SOURCES OF IGNITION ... 15

8.1 Sources of Ignition - Deliberate and Suspicious Ignition ... 15

8.2 Sources of Ignition - Electrical Risks ... 16

8.3 Sources of Ignition - Heating Appliances ... 16

8.4 Sources of Ignition – General Lighting ... 17

8.5 Sources of Ignition – Smoking Materials ... 17

9 FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION ... 18

9.1 Fire Protection Measures – Means of Escape ... 18

9.2 Fire Protection Measures - Fire Alarms ... 19

9.3 Fire Protection Measures - Lighting for Emergencies ... 19

9.4 Fire Protection Measures - Signage and Fire Action Notices ... 19

9.5 Fire Protection Measures – Manual and Automatic Firefighting Equipment ... 20

9.6 Fire Protection Measures – Routine Tests and Checks ... 21

9.7 Fire Protection Measures – Management, Training and Exercises ... 22

10 FIRE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ... 23

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12 PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE ... 26 13 RISK RATING METHODOLOGY ... 27

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1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Breitling 198 Regent Street is a retail premises. It is a high Street location. The premises are occupied during the day only including weekends and bank holidays. It is difficult to quantify the exact numbers of occupants and whether occupants have specific needs for evacuation assistance therefore a reasonable but general occupancy factor was used based on comments from staff.

As the Building is classified as retail space, it will technically be restricted to a maximum of people of 90 people per floor due to fire escape routes being between 750mm and 1250mm.

On the lower ground floor although classified as a Retail area will be utilised as a multi-use for entertaining of clients which will hold marketing events.

In these particular instances a Fire Marshalls must be put in place per floor and ensure that no greater than 100 people should be horizontally evacuated from each area through each fire exit door.

The fire Marshalls should have a PEEP in place for individuals will disabilities.

The risk assessment covered as much of the premises as possible but wherever access was unavailable every effort was made to gather the necessary data from interview, exterior observation or assessment of plans and relevant documents. Where assumptions have been made these are highlighted in the report.

The report itemises those contraventions and issues that were apparent on the day during which the inspection took place. It should be borne in mind that circumstances will change regularly. The purpose of this report is to provide an assessment of the risk to life from fire in these premises and where appropriate to make recommendations to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation. This report does not address the risk to property or business continuity from fire.

Although the consultant conducting the fire safety risk assessment has exercised all due diligence in the inspection of the premises and in the preparation of this report, there may be other matters that were not taking place at the time of the visit or that occurred, and our consultant was not made aware of these matters. The Responsible Person therefore must carefully consider this report in its entirety to satisfy them self that the main fire hazards and risks associated with the business have been covered.

A summary of the actions required are detailed below;

1.1 PERSONS AT RISK

There are no significant issues with the persons likely to occupy the premises. Should less able staff members be employed a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan should be developed, however there was no requirement for this at the time of the assessment.

1.2 SOURCES OF FUEL

There is some combustible material around the premises, this is there for the shops operational reasons and is not in amounts which would be considered a significant risk. Waste materials are removed from the premises on a regular basis and taken to suitable external disposal areas. 1.3 SOURCES OF IGNITION

The main risk from ignition sources within the premises comes from the electrical outlets and appliances, however these look to be in good condition. Electrical instillation testing is the responsibility of the landlord/owner. There is a need for portable appliance testing to be conducted on a regular basis.

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1.4 FIRE PRECAUTIONS AND PROTECTION

The premises is on ground and first floor level with appropriate fire resistant separation where required. Fire doors are in good condition although two were found to be propped open and must be allowed to self close. There is a fire alarm and there is an emergency lighting system as well as sprinkler system and firefighting equipment. Documentation must be requested from the centre management team to ensure that appropriate testing is being conducted. Staff should also be trained in the correct use of firefighting equipment.

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1.5 CONCLUSION

The life safety risk level for the premises is considered to be;

Trivial

Tolerable

Moderate ü

Substantial

Intolerable

The life safety risk level for the premises following completion of the actions required would be;

Trivial

Tolerable ü

Moderate

Substantial

Intolerable

When the risk rating for this premises is at a trivial or tolerable level it will mean that there are no significant issues that require attention, however monitoring and inspection should be continued to ensure that this level of risk does not increase.

For further information on the risk rating methodology, refer to the methodology at the end of this report.

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2 Fire Safety Risk Assessment Methodology

Fire Safety Risk Assessments (FRA) are a legal requirement of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO). The legislation requires the responsible person to “risk assess” the fire precautions within their premises.

The general areas considered for this fire safety risk assessment included: • Means of detection and giving warning in case of fire

• Means of escape • Means of fighting fire • Staff training

• Maintenance and recording

The significant findings from this fire safety risk assessment have been identified and produced in a format suitable for the Responsible Person and those requiring sight of the assessment. The methodology for conducting the fire safety risk assessment has been taken from the guidance documents which accompany the regulations. The methodology described in these documents is called “The 5 steps to risk assessment.”

• Step 1 - Identify any fire hazards • Step 2 - Identify who could be harmed • Step 3 - Evaluate the risk level

• Step 4 - Implement control measures where necessary • Step 5 - Review and revise the assessment

2.1 STEP 1–IDENTIFYING FIRE HAZARDS Three areas have been considered:

• Ignition sources – electrical, cooking, smoking, hot surfaces, arson, naked flames, etc. • Fuel sources – flammable solids, liquids and gases

• Oxygen sources – Present in the air, but also from oxidising agents/chemical products, etc. 2.2 STEP 2–IDENTIFYING PEOPLE AT RISK

The following types of occupant and their potential needs were considered for this FRA: • Residents

• Visitors • Contractors • Less Abled Persons • Elderly Persons

2.3 STEP 3–EVALUATE THE RISK LEVEL

Following the hazard identification and identification of persons at risk, an evaluation of the risk present was conducted which included:

• Evaluating the likelihood of a fire occurring

• Evaluating the risk to people from a fire starting somewhere in the building

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2.4 STEP 4–IMPLEMENT CONTROL MEASURES WHERE NECESSARY

Where the evaluation of the risk was significant and not at an acceptable level, control measures have been considered to remove the risk altogether or reduce it to a more acceptable level.

Amongst the controls considered were:

• Removing or reducing the hazards that may cause a fire • Removing or reducing the risk to people from a fire

• The need for or adequacy of fire detection and warning systems • The means of escape (escape routes, fire resistance, fire doors) • Firefighting equipment

• Signs and Notices

• Lighting (normal and emergency) • The need for training

• Monitoring and maintenance of fire safety systems 2.5 STEP 5–REVIEW AND REVISE THE RISK ASSESSMENT

This FRA is considered to be a “live” document and therefore the Responsible Person must ensure it is updated when there are significant changes to the premises or use of it and periodically as necessary.

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3 PREMISES DETAILS

Use of Premises – Activities and

Processes A retail outlet for the sale of Watches products and accessories.

Construction Type of Premises and Complexity

Mainly non-combustible. Main building of brick and block construction. Escape routes are very simple in design.

Time of Occupancy The premises are in use during the day only. This includes weekends and bank holidays.

Number of Floors and Uses The premises is located within a high street and occupy seven floors,

Number of Staircases – Internal

and External The shop has one internal staircase for evacuation purposes. Also one external staircase with Fire exist on every floor with exception of the sub basement.

Number of Final Exit Points There are two exits for the premises in the basement and two that serves as the main shop entrance on the ground floor.

Occupancy Classification / Main

use of the Premises The premises is classified as retail accommodation.

Estimated attendance time for

arrival of Fire Service < 15 Minutes

Previous history of fire loss There have been no previous incidents of fire reported to the assessor.

Areas where Access was not

Available for Assessment Access was available throughout the premises.

Details of Shared Premises

Arrangements There are no shared arrangements from adjoining premises other than fire exits that lead from the 1st floor to the adjoining building where a reciprocal

route of escape is in place.

Has a Fire Safety Enforcement Notice or Prohibition Notice been issued by the Fire Authority?

There has been no recent Fire Service enforcement action taken against the Responsible Person for this premises.

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4 RESPONSIBLE PERSONS

A person must be nominated to have responsibility for the fire safety management of the premises, including training and evacuation drills, maintenance of escape routes and testing of fire safety systems provided in the workplace. Other persons with responsibilities will be those who call the fire service in emergencies, and those who are fire wardens for designated areas.

Responsibility

Name of Person

Fire Safety Management Store Manager

Source of Specialist Advice High Security Group Ltd

Testing of Fire Alarm – Six Monthly Tested Bi Annually

Testing of Manual Firefighting Equipment - Annual Tested Annually

Testing of Emergency Lighting - Annual Tested Annually

Testing of Electrical Installation 28th January 2020

Testing of the Dry Riser System - Annual NA

Testing of the Automatic Sprinkler System - Annual NA

Testing of the Lightning Protection System NA

Testing of Smoke Ventilation System NA

Testing of Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting and other

Fire Safety Equipment – Weekly / Monthly BI Annually Maintenance and Checking of Escape Routes, Fire

Doors and Hold Open Devices, Dry Riser Valves – Monthly / Six Monthly

Weekly checks by Store Staff

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5 IDENTIFICATION OF SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF FUEL ON THIS PREMISES

SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF FUEL PRESENT WITHIN THE PREMISES IN SIGNIFICANT

AMOUNTS

Flammable liquids and solvents such as petrol, white spirit or thinners, paints, adhesives, cooking oils.

No significant amounts stored or used within the assessed area of the premises.

Flammable gases such as LPG’s, aerosols with flammable contents, mains gas.

No significant amounts within the assessed areas. Where aerosols are used they are for minor cleaning works and do not require specialised storage or training.

Combustible insulation. Other structural features that might

adversely affect a fire situation. No significant amounts within the assessed areas.

Paper products such as stationery, advertising material, decorations.

No significant amounts within the assessed areas. There are small amounts in the administration areas of the premises.

Stored goods including high piled and racked storage. Plastic and wooden storage aids such as pallets. Packaging materials such as paper, plastics, bubble wrap.

The specific storage rooms and areas hold the majority of combustible material however it is not a significant amount and is well protected.

Textiles and soft furnishings such as curtains, cushions, clothing displays. Plastics and rubbers such as furniture containing polyurethane foam.

There are minimal amounts of furniture within the premises and these do not present a significant hazard.

Waste products such as shredded paper, sawdust, shavings, litter, rubbish.

Very low amounts of waste materials held within the premises.

Skips, large waste bins, waste stores waste compactors. Waste is stored outside in larger containers.

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6 IDENTIFICATION OF SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF IGNITION ON THIS PREMISES

SIGNIFICANT SOURCES OF IGNITION PRESENT WITHIN THE PREMISES IN SIGNIFICANT

AMOUNTS

Smoker’s materials such as cigarettes, matches, lighters. No Smoking is allowed in or around the premises

Heaters such as gas or electric powered, radiant bar heaters, space heaters.

Heating provided is via the aircon units around the store. These must be serviced and filters cleaned on an annual basis.

Cooking equipment such as grills, cookers, hobs, filters, deep fat fryers.

There are no significant catering facilities within the assessed area. The staff room contains low risk equipment.

Electricity - overloads, heating of bunched cables, damaged cables, arcing, misused or faulty equipment, excessive extension leads.

The 5 Year Electrical Test is not due until January 2025

Light fittings and lighting equipment from halogen lamps, display lighting, lights too close to combustible products.

There are light fittings within the premises however these do not present a significant risk as they are generally away from combustible storage and of a low heat output.

Potential for arson. Arson is a potential risk factor. Refer to the remainder of the assessment.

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7 SOURCES OF FUEL

7.1 SOURCES OF FUEL -COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS,WASTE AND HOUSEKEEPING Is waste removed on a regular basis? Is there a need for combustible materials or waste to be reduced? Is there any combustible material or waste adjacent to any sources of ignition? Are any combustible materials or waste adjacent to or within an escape route? Are combustible materials and waste stored appropriately? Are there enough waste disposal areas?

Are any external waste stores or skips adjacent to or near the premises?

YES NO YES NO YES YES NO

Comments:

The main items of combustible materials have been detailed previously. The amounts found inside the premises are not excessive for the use. The materials stored and used are required for the retail store to remain operational.

There is some storage of stock in the designated storage areas and these are suitably secured against unauthorised entry. Storage of external combustible materials and waste stores are well positioned away from the premises in the purpose built waste area for the shopping centre.

There is some storage in an area adjacent ignition sources. This must be relocated.

Action Required:

1. No Significant Findings.

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

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7.2 SOURCES OF FUEL -FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES,MAINS AND OTHER GASES AND OXYGEN

Is there any mains gas for the premises?

Are there flammable substances stored or

used on the premises?

Are there any gas cylinders stored or

used on the premises?

Are there significant oxygen sources in the

premises?

Is there appropriate storage, servicing and

testing of these sources of fuel and

oxygen?

NO NO NO NO NA

Comments:

At the time of the risk assessment I did not see any flammable substances or gas cylinders stored or in use in the premises.

Action Required:

None.

Present Risk Rating Trivial ü Tolerable Moderate Substantial Intolerable

7.3 SOURCES OF FUEL -INTERIOR FURNISHINGS

Are items such as curtains and upholstery, made from fire resisting

material?

Are labels confirming fire resistance

attached to the items? Are there any tears or rips in the fabric?

Are any items of furniture or soft furnishings adjacent to

an ignition source?

Are there any ‘near miss’ indications of burns or discolouring from heat? YES NA NO NO NO Comments:

At the time of the assessment there were only low risk items of soft furniture and furnishings within the premises. This included chairs with fabric and carpet. The amounts were in low concentration and do not add a significant risk to the premises.

Action Required:

None.

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable ü Moderate Substantial Intolerable

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8 SOURCES OF IGNITION

8.1 SOURCES OF IGNITION -DELIBERATE AND SUSPICIOUS IGNITION

Is the fire loading adjacent the premises kept low

and secure?

Are entry and exit points secure to prevent unwanted entry? Are windows secured when unoccupied? Is there an enclosed receptacle to capture posted items or other means to control arson? Is there evidence of arson or vandalism on site? Is the visitor access control procedure adequate?

YES YES NA NA NO YES

Comments:

Deliberate fire starting is a major problem for any premises and there is no exception to this risk here.

The storage of waste and other materials near the premises is kept to a minimum and is also kept an acceptable distance from the premises. Waste disposal is managed by the centre management team.

Mail is handed to staff when delivered.

Visitor access is controlled with no access allowed to staff only areas.

Action Required:

None.

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable ü Moderate Substantial Intolerable

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8.2 SOURCES OF IGNITION -ELECTRICAL RISKS

Has portable appliance testing been carried out

within an acceptable time frame?

Has servicing / testing been carried out on

the fixed electrical installation in a suitable time frame?

Are there any overloaded sockets in

the premises?

Are there any signs of discoloured plugs or

sockets in the premises?

Is there evidence of any damaged wires, plugs or sockets?

NO UNKNOWN NO NO NO

Comments:

An electrical installation test and report must be undertaken on a five yearly basis. This is the responsibility of the managers of the centre and a request should be made to them for confirmation that this is being conducted.

Action Required: 1. None due in 2025

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

8.3 SOURCES OF IGNITION -HEATING APPLIANCES

Does the heating system present a fire risk; e.g. LPG, radiant

types?

Are the heaters securely fixed?

Are the heaters maintained on a regular basis by a qualified person? Are flammable or combustible materials adjacent to any heaters? Is the ventilation to the heaters adequate? NO NA NO NO YES Comments:

Heating is by way of air con units and wall heaters, the air con filters are changed on a 3 monthly basis Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate ü Substantial Intolerable

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8.4 SOURCES OF IGNITION –GENERAL LIGHTING

Are all light fittings working and in a good

state of repair?

Are there any visible signs of overheating

to lights?

Are cables trailed across walkways and

escape routes?

Are all visible cables in good condition?

Are lights turned off when the area is not

occupied?

NO NO NO YES YES

Comments:

The lighting around the premises does not present a significant risk to fire safety of staff and public. The main risk would be when stock is placed adjacent to light fittings however this is not the case at this store.

One light serving the first floor escape route is not working effectively and the bulb must be replaced.

Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate ü Substantial Intolerable

8.5 SOURCES OF IGNITION –SMOKING MATERIALS

Is smoking permitted within the premises?

Is there evidence of any unauthorised smoking? Is there an external area that is designated as a smoking area?

Are any flammable or combustible materials

stored near any external smoking area?

Are signs displayed to advise of the smoking

restrictions?

NO NO NO NO YES

Comments:

Smoking regulations in force in the UK prevent smoking in most enclosed areas. The premises assessed here conforms to these regulations. No adverse issues were found during the assessment such as smoking in unauthorised and out of the way areas.

There is “No Smoking” signage around the shopping centre.

Action Required:

1. Staff must be trained in the practical use of firefighting equipment

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate ü Substantial Intolerable

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9 FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION

9.1 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES –MEANS OF ESCAPE

Are there sufficient escape

routes, staircases and

exits for the premises?

Could the means of escape accommodate an evacuation within appropriate time

limits?

Do doors used for escape purposes

open in the direction of travel?

Are exits easily and immediately

openable?

Are there level surfaces for all escape routes? Where electronic securing is used is there a failsafe device in use to allow opening?

YES YES YES NO NO NO

Are single direction travel distances appropriate? Are travel distances appropriate where there is escape from more than one direction?

Are “Dead End” conditions adequately protected? Is there any flammable wall or ceiling covering or noticeboards in the area? Are escape stairways and corridors kept clear of obstructions and combustible materials?

Are outside areas of fire exits unobstructed?

YES YES YES YES YES YES

Are fire compartments of

an appropriate fire resisting

standard?

Are there any obvious breaches

in the fire compartments

excluding fire doors?

Are storage areas an appropriate

level of fire resistance lockable

and signed appropriately?

Are fire doors in good condition and a good fit?

Are fire doors fitted with an effective self- closing device

and signs?

Are fire doors fitted with intumescent

strips and cold smoke seals?

YES NO YES NO NO NO

Comments:

Fire exits are sufficient to enable the occupants to evacuate safely from the premises. It was deemed at the time of the inspection that the travel distances were also appropriate to the risk. This includes where there is escape in two directions as well as one.

Fire doors are fitted with intumescent strips and smoke seals.

Exits routes were free from obstruction and should there be a requirement for all to evacuate, this should be achievable in a reasonable timescale.

Wall and ceiling linings will not add significantly to the spread of a fire although there are some noticeboards and notices on the walls.

The front door for the premises remains closed during opening hours.

The storage areas have fire resisting doors that are kept closed when not in use.

Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

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9.2 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES -FIRE ALARMS What fire detection/ alarm system is currently present?

Are there areas that are frequently unoccupied? Is there a risk of fire when the area is unoccupied?

Does the fire alarm system meet with all

relevant regulations? Are manual points free from obstruction? Is regular alarm testing carried out and recorded?

Has the system been serviced during the last

6 months? Automatic and

Manual YES Minimal YES YES YES UNKNOWN

Comments:

The premises is fitted with an L1 fire detection and alarm system that does meets the requirements of BS 58339. This is also tested bi annually

Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

9.3 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES -LIGHTING FOR EMERGENCIES Is there adequate lighting in the event of an emergency? If installed, has any electronic lighting system been fully tested in the last 12 months? Does the available light illuminate the escape route corridors? Does the available light illuminate the escape route signs? Does the available light illuminate all firefighting equipment? Does the available light illuminate all fire alarm call

points? Does the available light illuminate all other hazards? Does the available light illuminate the area immediately outside the exit?

YES NO NO NO NO NO YES YES

Comments:

Fire can lead to the failure of all or part of the normal lighting system, due to the effect of heat on the lighting circuits. The emergency lighting system is independent from the mains supply and provides sufficient illumination to enable persons to see their way clearly out of the premises. The system operates automatically on a complete failure of the normal lighting or a sub-circuit or local failure. It is a non-maintained system, self-contained with a minimum duration of at least one hour. There is insufficient emergency lighting in the basement. Monthly testing of the emergency lighting is carried out and recorded by staff on the premises. There are no records for annual testing of the emergency lighting system.

Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

9.4 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES -SIGNAGE AND FIRE ACTION NOTICES

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Do signs indicate all escape routes and final exits?

Are panic bar release type doors fitted with

“Push Bar to open” signs?

Are the external sides of final exit doors fitted with a sign to prevent obstruction where

appropriate?

Are fire doors fitted with the correct signage?

Are fire action notices displayed at every fire alarm

call point?

Does the contents of the fire action notice reflect the actual procedure?

YES YES YES YES NO YES

Comments:

Fire exit signage is positioned around the premises and is inadequate for the premises. The route from the store is very obvious and the alternative rear exit is also signed to guide those in an emergency. The fire doors in the premises and call points require additional signage along with the additional escape lighting which is required.

Fire action notices are required adjacent all manual fire alarm break glass points (MCP). The call point at the bottom of the stairs is in need of signage.

Action Required:

1. Provide fire action notices at the manual call points.

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate ü Substantial Intolerable

9.5 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES –MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Are fire risks provided with adequate

protection?

Are extinguishers fully operational and visually

inspected each month?

Have all extinguishers and automatic systems

been serviced within the last 12 months?

Are extinguishers securely mounted or

placed on suitable stands and indicated

by signage?

Is automatic firefighting equipment tested

appropriately?

YES YES YES YES YES

Comments:

Firefighting equipment is provided around the premises including foam spray and CO2 fire extinguishers. They are positioned appropriately around the premises. These are tested by Advanced Fire Solutions with the last test date being April 2019.

Action Required:

1. None

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

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9.6 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES –ROUTINE TESTS AND CHECKS

Are there documented checks for the condition of escape routes and fire doors?

Are there documented checks for automatic

door release mechanisms tested

appropriately?

Are there documented checks

for the presence of slip, trip and fall problems on escape

routes?

Is the person carrying out the tests and checks competent to

do so?

Are records kept for all checks and tests?

NO NO NO NA NO

Comments:

The premises fire safety arrangements require various checks and tests including; • Condition of fire doors and final exit doors

• Condition of the escape routes • Emergency lighting systems • Fire alarm systems

• Firefighting equipment

Tests and checks required of the safety arrangements within the premises are being carried out by internal staff.

Action Required:

1. All regular fire safety checks and tests must be Implemented

2. Results of checks and tests must be held in a log book for easy review

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

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9.7 FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES –MANAGEMENT,TRAINING AND EXERCISES Is there a suitable and sufficient procedure for evacuation? Is there a suitable fire assembly point

for the premises?

Are records for fire safety training held?

Can emergency vehicles easily access the site and premises?

Is information provided for the

Fire Service to assist them with

Firefighting operations?

Has there been an evacuation drill conducted?

NO YES NO YES NA NO

Comments:

No Fire drills have been carried out in the last 12 months.

The ability to use firefighting equipment is essential to prevent the rapid spread of fire that would occur in a premises such as this. Therefore, firefighting equipment training must be conducted.

There is a no fire evacuation procedure for the centre that this store complies with.

Action Required:

1. Training in the use of firefighting equipment must be conducted 2. Fire drills need to be carried out on a regular basis

3. Fire evacuation procedure needs to be implemented within 4 weeks

Present Risk Rating Trivial Tolerable Moderate Substantial ü Intolerable

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Breitling 198 Regent Street

FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

10 FIRE SAFETY ACTION PLAN

9.4 Provide fire action notices at the manual call points. Moderate One Month

9.6 All regular fire safety checks and tests must be Implemented Substantial Immediate

9.6 Results of checks and tests must be held in a log book for easy review Substantial Immediate

9.7 Training in the use of firefighting equipment must be conducted Substantial Two Months

9.7 Fire drills need to be carried out on a regular basis Substantial Two Months

9.7 Fire evacuation procedure needs to be implemented Substantial Immediate

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Total Risk Audit Areas

15

Total Number of Non-Conforming Risk Areas

6

Total Number of Conforming Risk Areas

9

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Comment:

All Call point needing correct signage

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FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

14 RISK RATING METHODOLOGY

The final calculation of the risk level for the premises is based on the following information;

CONSEQUENCES

LIKELIHOOD

0

1

2

3

4

5

Negligible - 0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Minor – 1

0

1

2

3

4

5

Serious - 2

0

2

4

6

8

10

Major - 3

0

3

6

9

12

15

Fatality - 4

0

4

8

12

16

20

Fatalities - 5

0

5

10

15

20

25

15+

Intolerable

Stop activity or restrict exposure to the issue identified immediately until appropriate action has been taken.

A dangerous condition liable to cause an imminent risk of a fatality, fatalities or major injuries occurring. The issue should be resolved as soon as possible or work initiated to make the situation safe initially, before a more permanent control measure can be implemented.

8 – 12

Substantial

4 – 6

Moderate

1 – 3

Tolerable

A contravention of statutory requirements which could lead to an incident resulting in a fatality or major injury occurring, the evacuation of the premises or the issuing of a prohibition notice or legal proceedings being instigated by an enforcing authority. The issue should be resolved as soon as possible or work initiated to make the situation safe initially before a more permanent control measure can be implemented. Action would be expected within 1 week to rectify the hazard. Interim safety measures may be required.

A contravention of statutory requirements which could lead to an incident resulting in an injury occurring, property damage or the issuing of an enforcement notice. These matters require a planned programme of action to eliminate or control the risk(s) identified. Action required within a set time to rectify hazard. Regular monitoring may also be required following the implementation of specific control measures.

Matters not in line with best practice and/or established company procedures and policies. Enforcement action is unlikely although a minor incident with property damage is possible. The recommendations made are desired improvements precautions or techniques consistent with good fire safety control. These matters should be resolved or work initiated within a planned timescale. Issues can usually be dealt with at a local level with no outside agency involvement.

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