Fire risk assessment
| Hazard | Risk | Impact | Control measures | Impact after control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | High | High | • A CO2 extinguisher and fire blanket are provided and maintained • Equipment operating instructions are included in the Conditions of Hire sent to all hirers and displayed in the kitchen • The 2 cooker tops cut off the gas supply when closed • A smoke detector is installed and maintained • Portable equipment is PAT tested | Medium |
| Main hall | Low | High | • It is pointed out to all hirers in the Conditions of Hire that two fire exits will be covered by curtains when they are closed. The lighting and exit signs, however, remain visible. • Two fire extinguishers are provided and maintained • Gas heaters are covered by wire cages which have an inclined top | Low |
| Entrance hall | Low | High | • The exit door is never locked when the Hall is in use • A smoke detector is installed | Low |
| Toilets | Low | High | • No flammable chemicals are stored | Low |
| Servery | Low | High | • Third party cleaning materials are stored in a locked cabinet | Low |
| Storeroom | Low | High | • 2 hour fire doors are fitted to protect the kitchen and servery fire exits • A sign that they be kept locked is displayed on each door and an instruction included in the Conditions of Hire • A smoke alarm is fitted and maintained | Low |
| Cleaning cupboard | Low | High | • The internal cupboard containing the public address system is ventilated and the system, except for the microphone charger, is switched off when not in use | Low |
| Undercroft | Low | High | • Locked at all times, access restricted | Low |
Contingency Plan for Fire (The hirer of the Hall is responsible for activating this plan when required)
• Sound the alarm. Use firefighting equipment provided if it is a small fire and safe to do so.
• Evacuate all people to the grass area. Call the fire brigade on 999 on a mobile phone.
• Check all people are accounted for. Contact a person named on the noticeboard.