Fire Safety Policy

At The Man In The Moon, we prioritise fire safety to ensure the well-being and protection of all individuals present in our premises, including children, crew members, and visitors. This policy outlines our procedures and commitments towards fire prevention, evacuation, and risk management.

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Awareness and Preparation

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• Fire Safety Training: Crew members are familiar with the location of fire exits, the fire assembly point, and the storage of fire safety equipment.

• Children's Education: Children are introduced to fire safety procedures during their settling-in period and through regular fire drills. They are educated on what to do in case of a fire alarm.

• Regular Fire Drills: Fire drills are conducted at least once a term and whenever new staff or children join to ensure everyone knows the evacuation procedures.

• Fire Exit Awareness: All children are shown the location of fire exits and the fire assembly point. Fire doors and exits are clearly marked, unobstructed, and easily opened from the inside. Fire doors remain closed but unlocked at all times.

• Documentation: All fire drills are recorded, and notices explaining fire procedures are positioned next to every fire exit.

 

Fire Prevention Measures

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• Electrical Safety: We prevent overloading of power points with adaptors, check for frayed or trailing wires, and ensure safe replacement of fuses.

• No Smoking Policy: Strict adherence to our No Smoking policy is enforced at all times.

• Equipment Safety: All equipment is unplugged before leaving the premises to prevent potential fire hazards.

• Storage of Flammable Materials: Any potentially flammable materials are stored safely to minimize fire risks.

 

In Case of Fire

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• Emergency Response: A crew member will immediately raise the alarm and call emergency services.

• Evacuation Procedure: Children and adults will be escorted out of the building using the nearest marked exit to the assembly point. Personal belongings are not collected, and re-entry into the building is prohibited after evacuation.

• Accountability: The premises will be checked, and the register will be collected to ensure all individuals are accounted for. Emergency contacts will be used if the register is unavailable.

 

Responsibilities of Fire Safety Officers

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• Designated Officers: Our Designated Fire Safety Officers are Paul Branch and Sheila Laughton. They are responsible for conducting fire safety risk assessments and ensuring all crew members are trained in fire safety procedures during their induction.

• Risk Assessment: The fire safety risk assessment includes identifying fire hazards, assessing risks to individuals, implementing measures to reduce or remove risks, and recording procedures. Regular reviews of the risk assessment are conducted to ensure effectiveness.

 

Legal Compliance

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• We adhere to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and follow fire safety guidelines specific to each premises where we operate.

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Conclusion

 

The Man In The Moon is committed to maintaining a safe environment through comprehensive fire safety measures and regular training. This policy reflects our dedication to protecting the well-being of all individuals associated with our organization.

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Review and Update:

 

• Reviewed: 25 June 2024

• Review Period: Every 24 months