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Fire Safety Risk Assessment
Importance of Hazard and Risk Distinction
Why is the distinction between hazards and risks so important to fire management?
Hazards identify potential sources of harm.
Risks evaluate the likelihood and severity of harm.
Clear distinction helps prioritize controls effectively.
Purpose and Objectives of Fire Safety Risk Assessments
Purpose
Ensure safety of people, property, and environment.
Objectives
Identify fire hazards and evaluate associated risks.
Recommend and implement preventive measures.
Five Steps in a Fire Risk Assessment
Identify fire hazards.
Identify people at risk.
Evaluate, remove, or reduce risks.
Record findings and implement actions.
Review and update the risk assessment.
Staff Groups Requiring Special Consideration
Disabled staff.
Temporary or agency workers.
Visitors and contractors.
Techniques for Identifying Hazards
Direct observation.
Job safety analysis.
Consultation with employees.
Review of incident and near-miss records.
Principles of Prevention
Three underlying principles
Avoiding risks wherever possible.
Evaluating risks that cannot be avoided.
Combating risks at their source.
Conditions Necessitating Risk Assessment Review
When to review
After a fire incident.
Following changes in workplace layout or equipment.
Introduction of new processes or materials.
Risk Assessment of Dangerous Substances
Three considerations
Potential ignition sources.
Proper storage and handling of substances.
Emergency procedures for spills or leaks.