STOURTON CAUNDLE VILLAGE HALL

FIRE SAFETY NOTICE

As the responsible person for the event/function etc. you have legal duties with regards to the safety of the those persons assisting or attending the event.

BEFORE THE EVENT OR FUNCTION YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF:-

• Positions of fire extinguishers;
• Positions of fire blanket;
• Position of emergency exits;
• How the emergency evacuation of the premises will be carried out;
• Where people should assemble after they have left the premises;
• Procedures for checking whether the premises have been evacuated (assembly area is usually in the car park);
• How the fire and rescue service and any other necessary services will be called;
• Limitation on numbers of people;
• Checking that all escape routes are clear of obstructions and combustibles;
• Checking that escape routes remain clear throughout your hire.

BEFORE THE EVENT OR FUNCTION YOU SHOULD DECIDE:-

• The arrangements for fighting fire;
• The arrangements for means of escape for disabled persons and children.

AT THE START OF THE EVENT YOU SHOULD NOTIFY ALL THOSE PRESENT ABOUT:-

• The No Smoking Policy;
• Who is supervising and how to identify them;
• Location of exits and escape routes.

DURING THE EVENT OR FUNCTION YOU SHOULD ENSURE THAT:-

• Escape routes and exits do not become blocked;
• No smoking policy is adhered to;
• No naked flames are started (unless authorised eg candles);
• Rooms do not become overcrowded;
• If necessary the number of persons is limited or controlled.