Some premises will only require one assembly point, other buildings may require several, due to the scale or complexity of the premises or if occupants need to exit from opposites sides of the building. The assembly point should be a safe distance from the building and be large enough to accommodate all those that are using it and allow people to leave the point unhindered. It should be safe to travel with no obstructions in the way. All occupants should know which point to go to and it should be clearly marked. Several assembly points may be located in various areas for different groups, departments and visitors or contractors.
Firefighting Arrangements The plan will need to show both portable and fixed firefighting equipment. it should state where they are located, and they should not be obstructed by any material or items. A nominated fire team if available or any competent person should be trained in the use of such equipment, however it should be made perfectly clear that firefighting is always secondary to the safety of life. All equipment should be maintained and tested in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions, which should be carried out by a competent person. Roll call procedures A nominated person (often a fire marshal or warden) should be given responsibility for carrying out a roll call once the fire assembly point. This allows the nominated person to liaise with the Fire and rescue services to safely account for staff during the evacuation. In particular, the names of individuals not accounted for may prompt a “search and rescue” operation. Procedures for meeting the Fire and Rescue Services Procedures for meeting the Fire and Rescue Service on arrival will need to be put in place. Access arrangements should also be in place, which would include locked gates being unlocked and opened and any vehicles or plant that may prevent a clear access being moved. The person who would liaise with the FRS on arrival may be a nominated fire marshal. They should be confident in the layout of the premises and be able to give any accurate information or documentation to the FRS if requested. If there are periods when the premises are unmanned, then arrangements should be in place for a competent person to arrive at the site and liaise with the FRS. The person should be able to direct the emergency services to the scene of the emergency.
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