The Role - Fire Safety Manager
Service Delivery 1. Lead the Divisions input into the formulation and development of current
2. Design layouts of premises being built or refurbished by Capital Development can result in conflict with fire safety legislation; the fire safety officer may have introduce possible changes to accommodate legislation, in liaison with colleagues. 3. Any fire safety issues that arise are dealt with by the fire safety officer as main spokesperson for the University when they involve internal or external parties, e.g. Fire and Rescue Service. active fire safety items, e.g., Automatic Fire Detection involves discussion and can lead to design changes to ensure such systems are suitable for the differing design and occupancy of University buildings. 4. Consultation with other agencies dealing with Analysis and Research 1. To independently conduct surveys, analysis and research as part of the Facilities Management Team for the purpose of management information provision and effective service evaluation. 2. To identify methods of analysis or investigation (qualitative or quantitative) according to the type of data we have/need and objectives. 3. Ability to identify and interpret trends based on analysis of quality control data.
Departments of the University on all matters concerned with fire prevention, fire safety and emergency procedures, so as to ensure that organisational arrangements are in place to effectively manage fire safety within the School and Halls of Residence.
Knowledge and Experience 1. Working experience of Health and Safety Legislation. 2. Ability to deal efficiently and professionally with a wide range of staff, students and stakeholders, many at senior levels with the primary focus of delivering excellent customer service. Liaison and Networking 1. Establishing and maintaining contacts and liaison is maintained between FM and all departments within the School to ensure all fire and safety services are delivered appropriately. 2. Working with all members of the School community to ensure performance of Fire Safety services is appropriate and delivered to the agreed quality in a timely manner. To constantly monitor and where appropriate adjust service delivery models to achieve continuous improvements. 3. Participating and networking with other universities and relevant professional bodies/ organisations to ensure policies and standards of ‘best practice’ are developed and applied in the delivery of services.
6. Liaise with staff in residencies and residential life to design, implement and monitor a suitable fire safety training programme and to ensure the security of all necessary records. In addition, liaise with the Security and the Disability and Welfare staff in providing training and support for fire wardens and users of the Evac chair system. 7. To participate and contribute to the development of the wider Estates Team and carryout such duties in relation to fire safety and other health and safety matters as may become necessary.
6. Effectively forward plan the organisation to ensure all elements of fire safety legislation are complied with and ensure that the University’s fire safety policy complies with the demands of legislation. Estates Department regarding all fire safety matters affecting all premises, thus developing compliance and control strategies as required by statutory provisions. 8. Lead liaison between the University and enforcing and other authorities during a major fire incident to ensure all parties work together effectively, and that the University’s staff, students and interests are protected. appropriate methods for the safe emergency evacuation of disabled persons as required under the Fire Reform Order as well as achieving compliance with the implications of the Disability Discrimination Act. 10. To formulate and implement a risk based schedule of work, undertake systemic fire safety risk assessments in accordance with the Fire Reform Order. 11. To develop and implement a fire safety inspection and audit programmes and organise and monitor fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures. 12. To liaise closely with all 7. Liaise with members of 9. To advise and identify
University policy to comply with fire safety legislation, for example Multi-Occupancy Building User Groups and disabled evacuation, and ensure that the University’s fire safety policy complies with the demands of legislation. development to Design and implement the University’s building fire risk assessment programme in accordance with the The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, covering the entire University estate. 3. Lead development of the University’s strategic and operational fire contingency planning measures to accommodate individual major acute events, and ensure their integration into the School’s overall business continuity planning arrangements. 2. Work With Capital 4. Liaise at an appropriate professional level with the local Health and Safety Executive, London Fire Brigade and other relevant Fire and Rescue Services, Local Authorities and other external agencies in all matters relating to fire legislation compliance and fire safety standards. 5. Provide professional advice and support to all sectors of the University on fire safety standards requirements in buildings to ensure consistent compliance with legislation.
13. Ensure that all staff are
compliant with Health & Safety and other relevant legislation.
Planning and Organising 1. To assist in the development and implementation of a university-wide fire safety strategy and for planning the university’s fire safety activities under the direction of the Director of Facilities. 2. To assist in the development and keep under review a range of policies, codes of practice and procedures on fire safety and ensure an effective framework for monitoring of fire safety compliance and practice. 3. To provide a professional advisory and training service on the range of fire safety issues affecting the university, including the delivery of a range of training. 4. To identify relevant fire safety training for the university and liaise with the health and safety team to ensure delivery. 5. To undertake the functions of a ‘competent ‘person in relation to such duties as required under the provisions of the Fire Reform Order.
8. To undertake continuing
professional development as necessary and contribute to the estates meetings as and when required.
Decision Making 1. Decisions on the
implementation of the University fire safety policy to meet statutory requirements. 2. In conjunction with the Director of Facilities, decide on contents of University Fire Safety policy, including updates due to changing standards and legislation. Initiative and Problem Solving 1. Investigate fire and fire related accidents or incidents and to make appropriate recommendations regarding preventative measures.
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