How do you conduct a fire risk assessment in a factory.?

Question

I have some back ground knowledge but could do with some examples.

Answer 1

A local fire inspector and even your insurance company may be willing to help.

However, if you are willing to give it a shot yourself, here are some things to watch for...

1. Exitways are clearly marked and kept clear.
2. Isleways are kept clear.
3. Flammable material is not "piling up" in any given area
4. Flammable fuels are stored properly and in proper containers and cabinets or flammable stoage areas.
5. Large flammable liquid containers are properly grounded.
6. Industrial processes that could result in a fire are properly protected with fire detection and suppression equipment.
7. Sprinkler systems have been recently inspected by a qualified service company.
8. Portable fire protection equipment (hand portable fire extinguishers, wheeled units, etc.) have been inspected by a qualified service company.
9. Make sure safe electrical practices are in use. Extension cords should never be used unless it is a temporary condition!
10. Maintance proceedures include a "lockout" proceedure.
11. Fire Safety and response proceedures are posted and have been communicated to all employees.
12. Communicate with employees. Safety meetings are important. Allow for suggestions and concerns to be voiced and addressed.

That should be enough to get you started.

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Answer 2

Get the local fire brigade assessment officer in - and if he doesn't like what he sees, materials, points of exit, signage to exit, anything in way of exits he'll close you down until it's rectified. Annoying yes, but ultimately could save lives and a very annoying insurance premium.

Answer 3

A fire department could give you a unoffical survey but you might also want to check with the building inspectors and see if the know someone who does it professionally. If not them try and ask you sprinkler and fire system people.

Answer 4

HOPEFULLY " NOT " with the inspector present..,

I do not know where you are located.., HENCE, local codes.

I would suggest that you do contact the "Building Codes and Regulations" department for your area and ask for the governing rules for this particular building/business.

Answer 5

Try contacting your local fire department. They should have all the answers you need.

Answer 6

Visit your local fire station. Im sure they could help

Answer 7

first I get certificate in health and safety .