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Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Fire safety duties for non-domestic premises. Applies to Responsible Person.

Responsible Person duties

  • Conduct fire risk assessment (and review).
  • Provide fire detection and warning.
  • Provide firefighting equipment.
  • Maintain escape routes.
  • Provide staff training and drills.
  • Emergency plan.

Security role

  • Sweep and evacuation duties
  • Assist vulnerable persons (PEEPs)
  • Meet fire service on arrival
  • Document checks in logbook

GuardAssist provides operational decision support. It does not replace formal training, employer procedures, assignment instructions or professional judgement. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 999.