NHS Fire action if you discover a fire or fire is suspected sign

This Fire Action If You Discover A Fire Or Fire Is Suspected Sign provides comprehensive step by step instructions explaining the actions occupants and nominated staff should take when a fire is discovered, suspected or the fire alarm is activated. The sign covers raising the alarm, moving people in immediate danger to safety, reporting the incident, using firefighting equipment where safe and coordinating evacuation in accordance with the premises action plan.

The wording If You Discover A Fire Or Fire Is Suspected reinforces that action should be taken when there are reasonable indications that a fire may have started rather than waiting until visible flames are present. Smoke, an unusual burning smell, excessive heat or other signs of fire should be treated seriously and dealt with according to the premises emergency procedures.

The first instruction requires the fire alarm to be sounded immediately by breaking the glass of the nearest fire alarm call point. Promptly raising the alarm helps alert other occupants and allows the buildings fire emergency procedures to begin as quickly as possible.

Fire alarm call points should remain clearly visible and accessible and should not be obstructed by furniture, equipment, stock or stored materials. Where modern resettable call points are installed rather than traditional break glass units, the wording used on the sign should correspond with the actual alarm equipment provided.

The second instruction requires persons in immediate danger to be moved to safety. This is particularly important in premises where occupants may require assistance or where staff have designated responsibilities for helping people away from an affected area.

Any movement of occupants should follow the approved emergency and evacuation procedures for the building. Staff should not enter areas affected by significant smoke or fire or place themselves at unnecessary risk while attempting to assist others.

The third instruction provides a blank space for an appropriate telephone number and requires the caller to inform the operator of the location and nature of the incident. This allows the sign to be completed with the emergency or internal contact number specified within the premises fire action plan.

Clear information about the location and nature of the incident can help the receiving operator or emergency personnel coordinate an appropriate response. Where relevant, callers should be prepared to provide the building name, department, floor, room or other information that accurately identifies the affected area.

The fourth instruction advises occupants to tackle the fire only if it is safe to do so without taking risks. Portable firefighting equipment should only be used where the person is capable of using it safely, the correct equipment is available, the fire is sufficiently small to tackle and a clear means of escape remains available.

On hearing the fire alarm, nominated staff are instructed to report to the fire information point and follow the premises action plan. A designated fire information point can provide a central location for coordinating information, staff responsibilities and the response to the incident.

Nominated staff should be familiar with their responsibilities before an emergency occurs. Depending on the premises, these responsibilities may include reporting to a control point, assisting with evacuation, providing information about occupants or hazards and supporting the senior person coordinating the emergency response.

The sign states that staff will supervise evacuation as directed by the senior staff member present or the Fire Brigade Officer. This helps establish a clear chain of responsibility and reduces the likelihood of conflicting instructions during an emergency.

The instruction Do Not Use Lifts reminds occupants that ordinary passenger lifts should not normally be used during a fire emergency. Any arrangements involving specially designed evacuation lifts or firefighting lifts should be determined by the specific fire strategy and emergency plan for the building.

The instruction Do Not Leave Assembly Point reinforces the importance of remaining at the designated safe location once evacuation has taken place. This can support procedures for accounting for occupants and help prevent people from being incorrectly recorded as missing.

Occupants are also instructed not to re-enter the building until told to do so by the senior fire officer. Even where there are no visible signs of fire from outside, hazards such as smoke, heat, structural damage or continuing firefighting operations may remain within the building.

The instruction Do Not Stop To Collect Personal Belongings helps prevent unnecessary delays during evacuation. Occupants should not return to offices, lockers, changing rooms or other areas to retrieve coats, bags, phones or other possessions.

This Fire Action Sign may be suitable for hospitals, healthcare premises, care facilities, larger workplaces, educational establishments, public buildings, commercial premises and other sites where nominated staff coordinate evacuation through a fire information point or similar established control location.

The wording on this sign should only be used where it accurately reflects the actual fire strategy and emergency procedures for the premises. Details concerning nominated staff, the fire information point, telephone number, evacuation arrangements and responsibilities should be checked before installation.

Any blank telephone information should be completed accurately and kept clearly legible. The sign and its instructions should be reviewed whenever there are changes to the building layout, alarm system, emergency contacts, staff responsibilities or evacuation arrangements.

This Fire Action Sign can form part of a wider fire safety signage system alongside Fire Exit, Fire Alarm Call Point, Fire Information Point, Fire Assembly Point, Fire Extinguisher and other emergency information signs used throughout the premises.

Fire action signage should complement rather than replace a suitable fire risk assessment, documented emergency plan, staff training, evacuation drills, maintained fire detection and alarm systems, appropriate firefighting equipment and clearly maintained escape routes.

Manufactured from durable, high quality materials with excellent print clarity and visibility, this Fire Action If You Discover A Fire Or Fire Is Suspected Sign provides a professional and long lasting solution for communicating detailed fire emergency instructions and helping occupants and nominated staff understand their responsibilities during a fire.

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Self Adhesive Vinyl Sticker

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95 micron

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900 micron

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Can be screwed or glued

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3mm Foamex Plastic full descrioption in here

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3mm

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