Fire Safety Procedure

Purpose

This procedure sets out how Towerblock Radio CIC manages fire safety in its premises and at events, ensuring compliance with fire safety law.

Scope

This procedure applies to all premises used by Towerblock Radio CIC, including studios, offices, event venues and outside broadcast locations.

Definitions

• Responsible person means the person with overall responsibility for fire safety, as defined by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Fire risk assessment means the process of identifying fire hazards and implementing controls.
• Evacuation procedure means the planned process for safely evacuating a building in the event of fire.

Responsibilities

The board ensures fire safety compliance. The Operations Lead is the responsible person for premises. All staff and volunteers follow fire safety procedures.

Policy Statement

Towerblock Radio CIC ensures that all premises and events are fire-safe, with appropriate risk assessments, equipment, procedures and training.

Detailed Procedures

Fire risk assessment

• A fire risk assessment must be completed for all premises.
• The assessment must be reviewed annually or when circumstances change.
• The assessment identifies fire hazards, people at risk, and controls needed.

Fire safety equipment

• Fire alarms must be installed and tested.
• Fire extinguishers must be available, serviced annually, and appropriate for the risk.
• Fire exits must be identified, kept clear and illuminated.
• Emergency lighting must be tested.

Evacuation procedure

• An evacuation procedure must be established for each premises.
• Assembly points must be designated.
• Staff and volunteers must know the evacuation procedure.
• Fire drills must be conducted at least annually.
• Personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs) must be created for anyone who needs assistance.

Fire prevention

• Combustible materials should be stored safely.
• Electrical equipment should be maintained and PAT tested.
• Smoking is prohibited in all premises.
• Fire exits must not be blocked or locked.

At events

• Venue fire safety arrangements must be checked.
• Fire exits must be identified and kept clear.
• Staff and volunteers must know the evacuation procedure.
• Capacity must not exceed safe limits.

Training

• Staff and volunteers should receive fire safety briefing on induction.
• Fire warden training should be provided where appropriate.

Reporting Process

Fire incidents, false alarms and near misses must be reported to the Operations Lead within 24 hours. Serious fire incidents must be reported to the fire service and the board.

Compliance Requirements

• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
• Fire Safety Regulations 2022.

Monitoring

The board reviews fire safety compliance annually.

Review Cycle

This procedure shall be reviewed annually.

Version Number

Version 1.0

Approval Section

Approved by: Towerblock Radio CIC Board Date: July 2026 Next review: July 2027

Related Policies

• Health and Safety Policy
• Event Safety Policy
• Incident Reporting Procedure
• Business Continuity Plan

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