1. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
EMERGENCY EVACUATION SEMINAR
Hosted by TagEvac in association with BRE
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Presented by Stephen Clark, Director
Marsden Fire Safety Limited

2. BROAD DEFINITION
The steps you take to make sure that you are safe before, during and after an emergency or natural disaster.

3. BROAD DEFINITION
The steps you take to make sure that you are safe before, during and after an emergency or natural disaster.
These plans can be important for your own safety and that of your colleagues, clients, customers and any other “residents” or visitors who may occupy the premises and surrounds, in such circumstances.

4. RESPONSIBLE PERSON
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (Article 3):-
a) in relation to workplace “the employer”, if the workplace is to any extent under his/her control

5. RESPONSIBLE PERSON
b) in relation to any premises NOT falling within paragraph a) –
i. the “person who has CONTROL” of the premises (as occupier or otherwise) in connection with the carrying on by him/her of a trade, business or other undertaking (for profit or not) OR
ii. the “owner”, where the person in control of the premises does not have control in connection with the carrying on by that person of a trade, business or other undertaking

6. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire

7. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire
Flood

8. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire
Flood
Power outage

9. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire
Flood
Power outage
Human accident/injury

10. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire
Flood
Power outage
Human accident/injury
Terrorism

11. TYPES OF EMERGENCY TO CONSIDER
Fire
Flood
Power outage
Human accident/injury
Terrorism
Sinkholes/Subsidence

12. 1. FIRE
Statistically one of the highest probabilities of the cause of an emergency situation!

13. 1. FIRE
Statistically one of the highest probabilities of the cause of an emergency situation!
By law, arguably the most legislated area of protection for buildings, surrounds and people.

14. 1. FIRE
Statistically one of the highest probabilities of the cause of an emergency situation!
By law, arguably the most legislated area of protection for buildings, surrounds and people.
Even more “high profile” since Grenfell and the subsequent enquiry.

15. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!

16. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors

17. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s

18. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers

19. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers
4.Installation of fire sprinkler system

20. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers
4.Installation of fire sprinkler system
5.Installation of correct fire signage

21. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers
4.Installation of fire sprinkler system
5.Installation of correct fire signage
6.Appointment of fire wardens

22. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers
4.Installation of fire sprinkler system
5.Installation of correct fire signage
6.Appointment of fire wardens
7.Appointment of first-aiders

23. FIRE – MINIMISING IMPACT
THE OBVIOUS ONES!
1.Installation of appropriate fire doors
2.Installation of fire alarm/s
3.Installation of extinguishers
4.Installation of fire sprinkler system
5.Installation of correct fire signage
6.Appointment of fire wardens
7.Appointment of first-aiders
8.Regular alarm testing and evacuation practice

24. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES

25. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES 1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac

26. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco

27. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco
3.Blind management systems – braille signage, illuminated strips

28. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco
3.Blind management systems – braille signage, illuminated strips
4.Evacuation chairs – Evac+Chair International

29. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco
3.Blind management systems – braille signage, illuminated strips
4.Evacuation chairs – Evac+Chair International
5.General evacuation equipment – horizontal devices (Marsden Fire)

30. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco
3.Blind management systems – braille signage, illuminated strips
4.Evacuation chairs – Evac+Chair International
5.General evacuation equipment – horizontal devices (Marsden Fire)
6.General training equipment – manikins (Ruth Lee)

31. FIRE - MINIMISING IMPACT
THE “LESS OBVIOUS” ONES
1.Evacuation management systems – TagEvac
2.Deaf management systems – Fireco
3.Blind management systems – braille signage, illuminated strips
4.Evacuation chairs – Evac+Chair International
5.General evacuation equipment – horizontal devices (Marsden Fire)
6.General training equipment – manikins (Ruth Lee)
7.Fire seals – Lorient

33. 2. FLOOD
More prominent in the last few years as the result of global warming and general climate change.

34. 2. FLOOD
More prominent in the last few years as the result of global warming and general climate change.
Environment Agency have expressed their concerns about more building in recognised areas of high flood plains.

35. 2. FLOOD
More prominent in the last few years as the result of global warming and general climate change.
Environment Agency have expressed their concerns about more building in recognised areas of high flood plains.
Acknowledged that flood damage is now a much higher risk in the 21st century and insurance premiums reflect this!

36. 2. FLOOD
More prominent in the last few years as the result of global warming and general climate change.
Environment Agency have expressed their concerns about more building in recognised areas of high flood plains.
Acknowledged that flood damage is now a much higher risk in the 21st century and insurance premiums reflect this!
Important that your insurers are made fully aware of the risk of flooding from outset!

37. FLOOD – MINIMISING IMPACT
Think about door/window seals for reducing minor flood impact

38. FLOOD – MINIMISING IMPACT
Think about door/window seals for reducing minor flood impact
Consider stocking sand-bags for worse case scenario

39. FLOOD – MINIMISING IMPACT
Think about door/window seals for reducing minor flood impact
Consider stocking sand-bags for worse case scenario
If there is a possibility of ‘wholesale’ flooding consider the purchase of flotation devices

41. 3. POWER OUTAGE
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-

42. 3. POWER OUTAGE Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-
Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings

43. 3. POWER OUTAGE Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-
Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
Loss of power to machinery in highly mechanised industries

44. 3. POWER OUTAGE Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-
Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
Loss of power to machinery in highly mechanised industries
Loss of Wi-Fi and telephone capabilities in most modern businesses

45. 3. POWER OUTAGE Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-
Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
Loss of power to machinery in highly mechanised industries
Loss of Wi-Fi and telephone capabilities in most modern businesses
Loss of power to ITU/ICU and other vital medical services

46. 3. POWER OUTAGE Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
In “civilised society” this might be deemed to be a much lower risk, however consequences can be devastating if not allowed for:-
Loss of power to lifts in high-rise buildings
Loss of power to machinery in highly mechanised industries
Loss of Wi-Fi and telephone capabilities in most modern businesses
Loss of power to ITU/ICU and other vital medical services
Potential link to terrorism/sabotage (below)

47. POWER OUTAGE – MINIMISING IMPACT
In life-threatening environments such as hospitals, care homes etc. then back-up generators are essential

48. POWER OUTAGE – MINIMISING IMPACT
In life-threatening environments such as hospitals, care homes etc. then back-up generators are essential
Equipment to substitute for lifts being unusable needs to be in place for occupants who are unable to walk to safety unaided.

49. POWER OUTAGE – MINIMISING IMPACT
In life-threatening environments such as hospitals, care homes etc. then back-up generators are essential
Equipment to substitute for lifts being unusable needs to be in place for occupants who are unable to walk to safety unaided.
A highly sophisticated business continuity plan needs to be in place particularly where the business is highly “power dependant”.

51. 4. HUMAN ERROR/ACCIDENT
Obviously this can take many forms with different levels of severity to the business.

52. 4. HUMAN ERROR/ACCIDENT
Obviously this can take many forms with different levels of severity to the business.
The emphasis on “employee protection” and “duty of care” is now of paramount importance.

53. 4. HUMAN ERROR/ACCIDENT
Obviously this can take many forms with different levels of severity to the business.
The emphasis on “employee protection” and “duty of care” is now of paramount importance.
The increase in cases of corporate manslaughter has meant that there is an even greater need for “attention to detail” in employee care.

54. 4. HUMAN ERROR/ACCIDENT
Obviously this can take many forms with different levels of severity to the business.
The emphasis on “employee protection” and “duty of care” is now of paramount importance.
The increase in cases of corporate manslaughter has meant that there is an even greater need for “attention to detail” in employee care.
Many businesses now use “buddy systems” to ensure that lone workers in areas have a fall-back plan if and when required.

55. HUMAN ERROR – MINIMISING IMPACT
The only way is to plan, plan and then plan to cater for every conceivable eventuality.

56. HUMAN ERROR – MINIMISING IMPACT
The only way is to plan, plan and then plan to cater for every conceivable eventuality.
Human error can never be totally eliminated however it can be mitigated by preparation and training.

57. HUMAN ERROR – MINIMISING IMPACT
The only way is to plan, plan and then plan to cater for every conceivable eventuality.
Human error can never be totally eliminated however it can be mitigated by preparation and training.
Potential consequences need to be carefully managed to minimise the likelihood of employer injury (or worse!) and to reduce the possibility of costly and stressful legal action

58. 5. TERRORISM
Very hard to be vigilant against the “unknown threat”

59. 5. TERRORISM Very hard to be vigilant against the “unknown threat”
Increased coverage of CCTV

60. 5. TERRORISM Very hard to be vigilant against the “unknown threat”
Increased coverage of CCTV
Should be increased awareness at a time of high states of alert

61. 5. TERRORISM Very hard to be vigilant against the “unknown threat”
Increased coverage of CCTV
Should be increased awareness at a time of high states of alert
Staff should be trained to be prepared for the “worst case scenario” and know their responsibilities at such a time.

62. 5. TERRORISM Very hard to be vigilant against the “unknown threat”
Increased coverage of CCTV
Should be increased awareness at a time of high states of alert
Staff should be trained to be prepared for the “worst case scenario” and know their responsibilities at such a time.
IT terrorism is now more likely than physical terrorism according to recent statistics but represents as higher risk to the business!

63. TERRORISM – MINIMISING IMPACT
Regular dialogues with staff to update them on degree of “current” risk, where possible.

64. TERRORISM – MINIMISING IMPACT
Regular dialogues with staff to update them on degree of “current” risk, where possible.
Keeping in touch with local police and government directives on the latest terrorism risk profile.

65. TERRORISM – MINIMISING IMPACT
Regular dialogues with staff to update them on degree of “current” risk, where possible.
Keeping in touch with local police and government directives on the latest terrorism risk profile.
In the case of IT terrorism ensuring that robust protection is in place and that systems created have maximum resilience built in.

66. TERRORISM – MINIMISING IMPACT
Regular dialogues with staff to update them on degree of “current” risk, where possible.
Keeping in touch with local police and government directives on the latest terrorism risk profile.
In the case of IT terrorism ensuring that robust protection is in place and that systems created have maximum resilience built in.
Again a Business Continuity Plan needs to created to deal with differing levels of disruption.

67. 6. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES
Once again a link to climate change

68. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES
Once again a link to climate change
A greater emphasis on “know your area” and the need for vigilance in planning new building/developments etc.

69. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES
Once again a link to climate change
A greater emphasis on “know your area” and the need for vigilance in planning new building/developments etc.
Thorough local searches from outset will normally identify the potential for subsidence.

70. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES
Once again a link to climate change
A greater emphasis on “know your area” and the need for vigilance in planning new building/developments etc.
Thorough local searches from outset will normally identify the potential for subsidence.
This is an important one to get right at outset due to insurance implications if no original declaration is made!

71. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES – MINIMISING IMPACT
It is imperative that thorough local searches are undertaken at outset to satisfy potential insurance implications at a later date.

72. BUILDING SUBSIDENCE/SINKHOLES – MINIMISING IMPACT
It is imperative that thorough local searches are undertaken at outset to satisfy potential insurance implications at a later date.
With regards to sinkholes this is an emerging problem so it is very difficult to legislate for this occurrence.

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