Understanding fire signage is crucial for ensuring safety in any environment. This guide will help you navigate the various types of fire signs used in the UK, explaining their meanings and importance. Whether you’re at home, work, or in a public space, knowing what these signs indicate can make all the difference in an emergency.
Any legally designated “responsible person(s)” for commercial/industrial property will understand the vital importance of fire safety signage. Fire safety signage is an integral aspect of protection from fire and should never be underestimated.
Fire safety signs are required by law. They are used to:
Provide health and safety information
Warn you of any potential hazards in the surrounding area
Prohibit certain behaviours and activities that can or may lead to a health and safety risk
Inform you of fire safety procedures, such as marking an escape route during an emergency, or showing the location of fire-fighting equipment. (This is especially important for people who are unfamiliar with the building layout, or for those normally familiar who may become disoriented and confused during an emergency)
Guide the emergency services that arrive on-site to navigate the building once everyone has been evacuated
As a property owner, you have the legal responsibility of reinforcing fire safety regulations and procedures through the correct installation of fire safety signage.
There are different categories of fire signage you need to be aware of. Our guide will navigate you through the numerous categories and legislation, to broaden your knowledge along with understanding of the importance of fire safety signage.
What are the Categories of Fire Signage?
Fire Action Notice Signs
Fire Action Notice signs list the actions building occupants must take in the event of a fire. Actions include:
How to raise the alarm
How to evacuate the premises
Indicate where the nearest assembly point is
Advise against returning to the building or taking any risks
Provide the number to dial the Fire Brigade
There are mainly 2 types of Fire Action Notice signs – text only and pictorial (with symbols).
However, there are different designs, text options and varying sizes.
Fire Action Notice signs tend to feature a mix of safety signs, but all with one purpose – to keep you and others safe and informed.
Blue Actions are Mandatory instructions. These instructions should be reviewed and followed.
Red Actions are Prohibition signs. These signs forbid certain actions and behaviours. They can also be Fire-Fighting action signs that are accompanied by a pictogram.
Green Actions are Safe Condition signs. These signs give information on escape routes or first aid. Some include write-on boxes for assembly point locations and a number for the fire brigade.
Which Fire Action Signs Do I Need?
Exactly which Fire Action Notice sign you will need depends on the requirements and layout of the premises.
Suitable pictograms and concise text would be preferable. For example, if the building has a lift, you should include signs that instruct evacuees to not use the lift in the event of a fire.
It is pointless delaying the evacuees any further by making them read this additional line of text if there is no lift in the building.
It is crucial that during a time of panic, the evacuee must be able to quickly read and understand the action to take next.
What is the Legislation around Fire Action Notice Signs?
Practice guidelines state that you should display a Fire Action Notice sign conspicuously throughout the premises.
Position them next to every fire alarm point, on final fire exit doors at ground level, and in places where they will most likely be seen in the event of a fire.
Fitting fire action signs throughout the building helps to reinforce formal training for employees. They act as a constant and clear reminder as to the actions that should be taken in correspondence with them during a fire emergency.
It is a legal requirement that all staff within the premises are trained and have sufficient knowledge of all fire safety signage displayed on site.
Prohibition signs warn against behaviours or activities likely to cause a risk to health and safety.
Fire Prohibition signs will normally give a “DO NOT” or “NO…” style warning in areas where there is a specific fire risk.
Easily recognisable by their circular format and red colour scheme. They feature a red band that cuts diagonally across a pictogram indicating the action or behaviour forbidden within the vicinity of the sign.
There are different categories of Prohibition signs, text options and varying sizes.
Where Should Prohibition Signs be Installed?
Prohibition signs tend to show specifically who or what is forbidden. Therefore, they should be installed within the vicinity of the area where that individual or certain behaviour/activity is strictly not allowed. The signs should also:
Address the specific health and safety risks
Be installed where they are clearly visible and easily identifiable
For example, “NO SMOKING” signs are displayed outside entrances of ‘smoke-free’ zones, or where there may be flammable materials.
Prohibition signs can also be used in conjunction with Warning signs to prohibit smoking in an area where there are flammable materials (example below).
What is the Legislation around Prohibition Signs?
Practice guidelines state that Prohibition signs must be visible and identifiable.
Signs must be used to reinforce instructions forbidding dangerous activities in areas where there is a health and safety risk.
Prohibition signs must adhere to the correct style and formatting. Signs are required to be circular with a red band and a single diagonal line descending from top left to bottom right. The background should always be white with a pictogram indicating the nature of the command in black, paired with bold, eye-catching text.
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
Detailed specifications and relative dimensions are given in BS 5499.
Warning Signs
Warning signs raise awareness of hazards in the surrounding area that people may face in their day-to-day tasks.
They not only act as efficient safety measures but can help prevent injuries and accidents.
Designed to stand out with their bright yellow colour scheme. They are commonly in a triangular format featuring a centred pictogram indicating the nature of the risk. Eye-catching black, bold text is written underneath describing the warning.
There are many different categories of Warning signs, text options and varying sizes.
Where Should Warning Signs be Installed?
Warning signs should be placed strategically in areas where there is a nearby health and safety risk that cannot be controlled or avoided by any other means.
Or, they should be positioned at a distance that is appropriate for the situation. For example, a Warning sign can be positioned at a distance from a flammable liquid store or laboratory. This will raise a person’s awareness of any flammable materials before entering the general vicinity.
Warning signs tend to only show the hazard people may face, rather than a call to action. This is why staff on site must be fully trained so they recognise and understand what the different symbols mean.
What is the Legislation around Warning Signs?
Practice guidelines state Warning signs must be displayed conspicuously in the appropriate areas where they address the specific health and safety risk.
Under the Health and Safety (Safety Signals and Signs) Regulations 1996, Warning signs are required when there are risks that cannot be controlled or avoided by any other means. Should the risk not be significant, or if a sign would not minimise the risk, then one is not needed.
You need to be sure this is the case before deciding to not use a Warning sign.
Warning signs must adhere to the correct style and formatting. Signs are required to be yellow (or amber) in a triangular format with a black band and pictogram indicating the nature of the risk. Black bold text is written to capture your attention.
There are also various signs in diamond orientation with either a red, green or blue background (examples below).
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
Detailed specifications and relative dimensions are given in BS 5499.
Fire Door Signs
Fire Door signs are a type of “Mandatory” sign (also commonly known as blue safety signs) that instruct behaviours or actions that must be adhered to at all times.
They are easily recognisable by their blue and white colour scheme – white text centred on a circular blue background.
The contrasting colours allow for easy visibility and make them distinguishable from other signs.
There are different categories of Mandatory signs, text options and varying sizes.
Specifically, Fire Door signs are designed to instruct any building occupant to keep them and the building safe in the event of a fire.
For example, self-closing fire doors must be kept closed to comply with fire risk assessment. Therefore, a “FIRE DOOR KEEP SHUT” sign informs occupants of this requirement.
These signs are specifically designed for fire doors, which are not to be confused with fire exit doors (see the ‘Fire Exit Door Signs’ section).
Fire doors are normally internally fitted and are designed to prevent or slow down the spread of fire and smoke between different rooms while enabling a safe escape route for people inside the building.
Where Should Fire Door Signs Be Installed?
The required sign should be fitted on both sides of the fire door. You must ensure that they are at a comfortable eye level and easily readable.
What is the Legislation around Fire Door Signs?
Practice guidelines state that fire door signs must be displayed on both sides of a fire door.
Any door that can potentially be mistaken for an ordinary door or exit should have the appropriate fire door signage (such as “FIRE DOOR KEEP CLEAR”), or be labelled with their actual use (such as “Storeroom”).
It should be noted that the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996 do not apply to Mandatory fire door signs. The minimum regulatory requirement for other categories of Mandatory signs should include an appropriate pictogram. There are no pictograms for Mandatory fire door signs, and although required for workplace fire assessments, such signs are not in accordance with these Regulations.
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
Detailed specifications and relative dimensions are given in BS 5499.
Existing buildings (not including non-domestic properties) are governed by the requirements of the RRO. Click here for further guidance on UK Fire Door Regulations.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), under NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives, requires periodic inspections for fire doors. To help prepare yourself for these inspections, see our ‘Fire Door Inspections and Maintenance’ guide, including a free downloadable inspection checklist.
Safe Condition Signs (Fire Exit Routes, Fire Exit Doors & Assembly Point Signs)
Safe Condition signs highlight important information on:
Fire Exit Routes
Fire Exit Doors and how to use them
Location of Assembly Point/Safety Facilities
These signs are required to be green. Generally, they show white text on a green rectangular or square background with a pictogram indicating safety actions or instructions.
There are different types of Safe Condition signs, text options and varying sizes.
Fire Exit Route Signs
Fire Exit Route signs highlight escape routes within a building.
These signs are recognisable by the “running man” pictogram. This is accompanied by white directional arrows indicating the shortest route to an emergency exit.
Where Should Fire Exit Route Signage be Installed?
Fire Exit Route signs must be positioned at points that lead towards the closest fire exit door. This is to make evacuation from the building as safe and quick as possible.
Signs must be visible at all changes of direction in corridors, stairwells or open spaces, as well as above all doors and/or junctions throughout the building. Signs must also be positioned above the main fire exit doors.
This also means they must be well-lit, clearly visible and identifiable at all times. Nothing must obscure or obstruct the visibility of these signs.
Signs should be positioned at an appropriate height. Signs above doors being 2m from the floor, or 2m down when suspended from the ceiling.
Depending on the architectural design of the building, hanging or floor-mounted signs may be required alongside conventional wall-mounted signs.
What is the Legislation around Fire Exit Route Signs?
(See above for installation guidelines).
To comply with the requirements of the Building Regulations 2010, every doorway providing access to a means of escape (other than exits in ordinary use) should be provided with a fire exit sign above the door.
Fire Exit Route signs must be well-lit and visible so they effectively indicate the escape route and fire exits.
Directional arrows must be included on fire exit route signs that indicate the quickest and shortest route to safety.
Legislation states that these signs must be marked and kept free of obstructions at any time. Occupants must be able to recognise the “running man” along with directional arrows towards an emergency exit.
Signs installed must also not give misleading or conflicting information to other signs in the general vicinity.
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
Final fire exit signs should not have arrows. Instead, it should have the text “FIRE EXIT”, or text supplemented with the image of a “running man”.
Installation of signs conforming to British Standard BS 5499: Part 4 will satisfy both the Building Regulations and the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals Regulations) 1996.
Fire Exit Route signs can also be used in conjunction with Mandatory signs to indicate a fire exit and give an additional command(example below).
It should be noted that in determining whether Fire Exit Route signs are necessary – if the signs would not in any way help to significantly reduce health and safety risks from fire, Regulations state there is no need to provide a sign.
For example, if the premises have a small and simple layout, or it is a single-storey premises with one door, it would be ‘obvious’ to occupants that the single door is their only means of escape. It would be deemed that there is no significant risk to health and safety from fire by not indicating the door as an emergency exit.
However, buildings with more complex internal layouts may pose significant risks. Larger buildings can incorporate multiple exits, some of which may not be readily visible nor frequently used, or areas where large numbers of the public congregate.
In the event of a fire, people may not be able to find their way to a place of safety, especially if they are unfamiliar with the building layout. People can become lost and disoriented in the event of fire and smoke, which can then also lead to panic and confusion. The appropriate fire exit route signs would be applicable here.
Whilst employees may know where their nearest exits are, visitors to your site may not. Installation of fire safety signs should be carried out by a professional and/or competent personnel. The layout and risks associated with the building must also be considered.
If you have doubts about whether this applies to you, check with your enforcing authority for fire safety.
Fire Exit Door signs give instructions to anyone on how to open a fire exit door.
Depending on the type of fire exit you have, you will need to provide the appropriate signage that indicates exactly how to operate the door. For example, manually operated doors normally have a push bar or pad.
Some doors may require you to turn or slide to open (examples below). Other variations of this sign will indicate which direction to turn or slide.
Fire exit doors are not to be confused with fire doors (see the previous section).
After following a Fire Exit Route sign or series of signage, a fire exit door usually serves as the final opening to the outside of the building. It facilitates a quick and easy means of escape in the event of a fire. Their primary purpose is not to stop the spread of fire (although there are some fire exit doors designed to do so).
What is the Legislation around Fire Exit Door Signs?
In the same way as Mandatory signs, some signs in this category are not required by the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996.
For example, some “PUSH BAR TO OPEN” signs do not have pictograms, hence they are not required to comply with the Regulations. Such signs are still needed for compliance with other UK legislation.
Legislation states that a fire exit must be marked with the appropriate signs and kept free of obstructions. This may take the form of an illuminated sign and/or stickers.
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
For information on Fire Exit Door Regulations for businesses, read our comprehensive guide by clicking here.
Fire Assembly Point Signs
Fire Assembly Point signs should direct building occupants to an assembly point – a safe location where occupants can gather after evacuating a building.
Where Should Fire Assembly Point Signs be Installed?
They should be placed:
Throughout the building informing and directing evacuees to their closest assembly point. This could be next to every fire alarm point, on final fire exit doors at ground level, and in places where they will most likely be seen in the event of a fire.
At the assembly point indicate to evacuees that they have arrived at the assembly point location.
As important as it is to indicate the location of the fire assembly point, you should also make sure the assembly point is a safe distance away from the building.
This is to avoid any interference with the Fire Brigade or to put anyone at risk of exposure to falling objects/debris caused by the fire.
What is the Legislation around Fire Assembly Point Signs?
Fire assembly point signs must be placed conspicuously throughout the building where they will likely be seen in the event of a fire.
You must make reasonable adjustments for disabled occupants. This can include displaying braille and tactile fire safety signage alongside standard symbol signs.
Signs need to be suitable for use by everyone, including those with poor vision, who suffer from dyslexia or do not have English as their first language.
You must also take into consideration the accessibility needs of those with mobility issues. Make sure that the assembly point is suitable for all occupants to reach and indicated with the correct signage.
Signs that are installed must also form part of formal fire safety training for employees.
Fire Fighting Equipment signs give the following information:
The location of fire-fighting equipment (fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire blankets or fire alarm activation points).
They identify the type of fire extinguisher.
They state the materials the fire extinguisher can and cannot be used on.
There are different examples and formats of Fire-Fighting Equipment signs.
The fire extinguisher IDs are covered by specific signs, detailing instructions for their use. The main types of fire extinguishers are:
Carbon Dioxide (CO2): Used on liquid and electrical fires.
Dry Powder (ABC): Used on liquid, solid or gas fires.
Foam (AFF): Used on liquid and gas fires.
Water: Used on combustible materials, like wood, paper and textiles.
Wet Chemical: Used on cooking oil fires.
Each type of extinguisher is designed for specific use on different types of fire.
The instructions are there to avoid inappropriate use of the extinguisher and for the safety of the user.
If there is an electrical fire, for instance, you cannot use a water fire extinguisher. A CO2 extinguisher is suited to put out this type of fire.
Where Should Fire-Fighting Equipment Signs be Installed?
Signs should be displayed next to every extinguisher location and be easily accessible. Occupants must know where to find fire-fighting equipment and which extinguisher is appropriate for the situation.
You will also need to provide the following signs and position them next to:
Fire alarm activation points
Fire hose reels
Fire blankets
Fire telephones
Dry risers (if you have them)
What is the Legislation around Fire-Fighting Equipment Signs?
Regulations require these signs to be red as their identifying colour, with a white pictogram positioned centrally.
If the equipment itself is red this will satisfy the requirement. Where it is not red then highlighting the position of fire-fighting equipment by colouring the background behind the equipment red may be enough to comply.
Providing Fire-Fighting Equipment signs should be based on whether a significant risk exists as a consequence of the particular location of such equipment. If it is deemed that a significant risk does not exist then there is no requirement to provide the signs.
Whether equipment is required to be identified using a sign will depend on the physical environment in which the fire risk assessment takes place. In other words the features of the workplace, the activities carried out there and any other circumstances deemed to be pertinent must be taken into account.
In a building where the internal layout is such that the extinguishers provided are visible to employees, there should not be a requirement to further indicate their position with a sign (or by colouring the background red).
In more complex building layouts, where it is not always possible to ensure that fire extinguishers are in the line of sight of employees (or due to the nature of the working environment), indicating the position of the equipment complete with supplementary directional arrows is applicable.
Detailed specifications and relative dimensions are given in BS 5499.
Photoluminescent Signs
Fire safety signs must be legible at all times. Emergency lighting is necessary for any means of escape from a building. However, in the event of a power failure, there will need to be a suitable method of lighting that requires no external power source. Photoluminescent signs play an important part in improving your building’s escape route marking system. In the event of a power outage, photoluminescent safety signs will make the evacuation process much smoother.
What are Photoluminescent Signs?
Photoluminescent safety signs are interior displays made from photoluminescent materials. This special kind of material absorbs natural or ambient light. When the light source is removed, the chemicals release the energy stored in the form of light, allowing the sign to glow in the dark.
In other words, a sign made of photoluminescent material doesn’t need electricity but instead requires 60 minutes to absorb light to give off a highly visible glow for around 90 minutes.
Luminous options are available for different types of fire safety signs.
What is the Legislation around Photoluminescent Signs?
Photoluminescent systems should be installed in compliance with the Code of Practice for the installation in Premises of Emergency Way-Finding Guidance Systems. This requirement can be met by using JALITE AAA photoluminescent signs.
It should be noted that even though they are reliable and there is no objection to using photoluminescent signs, it is not acceptable to use this material as an alternative to emergency lighting.
What are the Rules on Fire Safety Signage?
The categories of fire safety signage are required by two main pieces of fire safety legislation.
The Order brings together all fire safety standards and regulations in one place, not just fire safety signage. The legislation states that all workplace and non-domestic environments must have appropriate fire safety signs that will inform occupants of:
Fire safety practices
Prohibited behaviours
Locations of fire-fighting equipment
Escape routes
Emergency exits
The Order takes additional measures and fire precautions to help eliminate or reduce the risk of fire and, where necessary, record any findings.
These Regulations apply specifically to fire safety signage.
It recognises the need for all workplaces to have easily recognisable signs and symbols relating to safety matters and encourages the standardisation of safety signs.
It also applies to employers who have the responsibility for the control of workplace sites. It covers the various means of communicating health and safety information.
The Regulations state that fire safety signs should be provided in circumstances where there is a significant risk to the health and safety of employees. This is if the risk has not already been removed or controlled by other methods – this may include engineering controls or safe systems of work, which is then required under other relevant legislation.
This includes the use of
Illuminated signs
Hand and acoustic signals, e.g. fire alarms and verbal/non-verbal communication.
These are also in addition to traditional fire safety signage such as
Prohibition signs
Warning signs
Fire Exit signs
Fire-Fighting Equipment signs
Where a safety sign would not help to reduce that risk, or where the risk is not significant, there is no need to provide a sign.
BS 5499 covers all safety warning signs, including fire safety signs and is compatible with the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996.
Examples of BS 5499 fire signs are
Prohibition signs
Warning signs
Mandatory signs
Fire Exit signs
Fire-Fighting Equipment signs
Specifically, BS 5499 Part 4 is devoted to escape route signing. The code considers various factors to clearly and concisely deal with all aspects of an effective design system for escape route signing. While good sign design is important, the correct application and positioning of those signs are of equal significance in ensuring an effective signing system is in place.
Factors to consider are
Type of sign, size and viewing distance
Construction durability and suitability
Servicing and maintenance
Illustrations (use of safety signs)
Use of arrows to indicate the direction of travel
Legal Duties & Obligations
It is the principal duty of the “responsible person(s)” to enforce standard fire safety regulations and procedures in the workplace.
This competent person should be “someone with sufficient training and experience, qualifications and knowledge to be able to implement fire safety measures (some or all) in a building”, as defined in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
This can be achieved by carrying out the following:
Install & Maintain the Correct Fire Safety Signage
Use the appropriate fire safety signage to indicate:
Actions to take in the event of a fire
Behaviours/activities that are strictly prohibited
Nearby health and safety risks
Use of fire doors and fire exit doors
Emergency escape routes
Assembly point locations
Fire-fighting equipment
This is to ensure the safety and well-being of all staff and occupants whilst on the premises.
Displaying the necessary signs will also act as a constant reminder to employees on-site and aid in their formal training.
You should also maintain your current signs to avoid fading or being defective. If there are signs of fading or defects, these will need replacing.
Provide Fire Training & Safety Information to All Employees
It is a legal requirement that all employees must be informed and have sufficient knowledge of fire safety signage.
They must also have formal training and know how to carry out the necessary procedures in the event of a fire.
Positioning fire safety signage conspicuously throughout the building can act as a constant reminder to staff on site as to their formal training.
Make sure that employees know what to do in the event of a fire and that they understand:
Where the fire emergency exits and escape routes are
What the fire signs mean and understand the safety systems installed
Where the fire extinguishers are kept and how to use them
Being aware of any occupant with special needs
Storage and disposal of hazardous materials (if applicable)
Provide periodic drills for the entire team. You are required to conduct at least one fire drill per year. Document the results of this mandatory drill and store it with your emergency fire plan.
Create a Fire Emergency Plan
An emergency fire plan is designed to get people out of harm’s way as quickly and safely as possible without causing panic.
Formulate a thought-out plan and then train your staff to follow the plan.
Essential elements include:
Making sure escape routes are never blocked, cluttered, or locked
Marking escape routes and making sure employees know their closest exit
Determining if you have enough exits and escape options for people to get out quickly without panic
Checking that emergency doors are in working order and adding emergency lighting and/or reflective tape to make exits easy to find
Designating an assembly point and using the correct signage to indicate the area for people to gather once they have evacuated the building
Perform Periodic Fire Risk Assessments
A fire safety risk assessment is designed to spot and remedy potential hazards before a problem occurs. Specifically, you need to look for any potential fire hazards and identify workers who may be at risk.
Remove any hazards you can, and then if a risk cannot be eliminated, mitigate it as much as possible by installing the correct signage such as a Warning sign.
Communicate the results of your risk assessment to your employees. If your business consists of 5 or more people, this assessment must be in writing. Update the risk assessment periodically and when any substantial change to your business occurs.
The government provides detailed fire safety advice guides for performing risk assessments for various types of businesses. You can contact your local fire company if you have questions or want to get advice.
You will receive visits from your local fire and rescue authority for fire risk assessments. They will help enforce these regulations, periodically inspecting buildings to ensure that your fire prevention measures are up to standard.
If they spot serious risks, they have the right to issue an enforcement notice or even a prohibition notice.
Inadequate signage, or failure to provide signage, means you do not comply with fire safety legislation. Moreover, you are putting lives in danger. You could be faced with an alteration or enforcement notice, or be faced with penalties, such as fines or imprisonment.
Many dedicated teams of experts can advise you on the necessary signs for your environment, ensuring you comply with all your legal requirements and contractual obligations.
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What are the categories of Fire Safety Signage?
Fire Action Notice Signs
Prohibition Signs
Warning Signs
Fire Door Signs (“Mandatory” signs)
Safe Condition Signs: Fire Exit Routes, Fire Exit Doors & Assembly Point Signs
The building must reach the required standards set out by the reform, and any fire risk assessments detailing risks and hazards are carried out.
Employees should also be provided with adequate fire safety training in the event of a fire. Non-compliance can result in the relevant authorities taking action against those responsible in a court of law. For serious offences, you could be fined and/or imprisoned.
Can I get Fire Safety Signs in Welsh?
Yes, some suppliers and manufacturers provide fire safety signs in Welsh and other bilingual signs. Viking Signs.co.uk
What size sign do I need?
Most manufacturers will offer signs in every practical size and material option. This means that you can choose the sign that best fits your application. To make every UK fire safety sign universally understood, there are design rules and specifications that must be followed by the manufacturer.
A practical example: if you need a fire exit sign installed, there may be 3 or 4 sizes to choose from, depending on installation. However, the main factor to consider is the viewing distance of the sign.
A landscape or portrait sign in whichever size makes no difference to meeting the regulations – or to the effectiveness of the safety function it provides. The biggest or smallest possible choice just means that you can have the safety signs which make the most sense for your needs.
How do I ensure that my workplace has the necessary Fire Safety Signage?
Firstly, a fire risk assessment must be carried out. This checklist has the following things to ensure that your workplace complies with fire safety regulations:
Fire hazards in your building are sufficiently highlighted to occupants
Sufficient control measures such as signage are in place to lower fire risk
Escape routes are flagged and staff have received the required training
Your fire safety strategy is robust
Where can I find guidance on the required standards?
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