Risk Assessment: Fire Safety Management¶
Document Reference: RA_HO_17
Issue Date: 04/07/2025
Review Date: 04/07/2026
Assessed By: HSQE Consultant
Approved By: Aaron Mason
Task/Activity¶
Comprehensive fire safety management across all locations
Location¶
All company premises, home offices, and operational sites
Persons at Risk¶
- All staff
- Visitors
- Contractors
- Neighboring properties
- Emergency services
Hazards and Controls¶
| Hazard | Existing Controls | S | L | R | Additional Controls | S | L | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire spread | Compartmentation, fire doors | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 | Enhanced detection, suppression systems | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 |
| Inadequate warning | Fire alarm system, testing regime | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 | Interconnected systems, visual alarms | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 |
| Evacuation failure | Practiced procedures, trained wardens | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 | Personal evacuation plans, refuge areas | 4 | 1 | 🟢 4 |
| Arson risk | Security measures, waste management | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 | CCTV coverage, access control | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 |
| Hot work ignition | Permit system, fire watch | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Hot work training, detection equipment | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 |
| Electrical fire sources | PAT testing, fixed wire testing | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Thermal imaging, arc detection | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 |
| Flammable materials | COSHH assessment, storage controls | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Fire cabinets, quantity limits | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 |
| Kitchen fire risks | Extraction cleaning, equipment checks | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Suppression systems, deep cleaning | 3 | 1 | 🟢 3 |
PPE Requirements¶
- Fire wardens: High visibility vests
- Fire blankets (kitchen areas)
- Heat resistant gloves (extinguisher training)
Training Requirements¶
- Fire awareness (all staff)
- Fire warden duties
- Extinguisher use
- Evacuation chair operation
- Incident command
- Hot work procedures
Emergency Procedures¶
- Fire action notices
- Evacuation strategy
- Assembly procedures
- Roll call system
- Fire service liaison
- Business continuity
- Salvage operations
Monitoring¶
- Weekly alarm tests
- Monthly emergency lighting
- Quarterly evacuations
- Annual risk assessment
- Fire door inspections
- Training records
- Hot work permits
Risk Assessment Summary¶
Risk Scoring Matrix¶
- Severity (S): 1=Negligible, 2=Minor, 3=Serious, 4=Catastrophic
- Likelihood (L): 1=Remote, 2=Unlikely, 3=Likely, 4=Almost Certain
- Risk Rating: 🟢 Low (1-5), 🟡 Medium (6-11), 🔴 High (12-16)
Document Control¶
- All risk assessments reviewed annually
- Update following incidents or changes
- Approved by senior management
- Communicated to all relevant parties
Related Documents¶
- APP_07 Hazard Identification Log
- MAN01_INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IMS) MANUAL
- APP_12 Training Matrix
These Risk Assessments form part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System and should be read in conjunction with the IMS Manual (MAN_01) and relevant Standard Operating Procedures.