Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service has the responsibility for enforcing Fire Safety within the commercial workplaces in the Central Scotland area. We have had this duty since a change in legislation in 2005. This change in the Law has moved the responsibility for Fire Safety within the premises from the Fire Service to the dutyholder/ responsible person of the premises.
As an owner or occupier you have a responsibility to your workforce and members of the public to ensure their safety in case of fire. To do this properly you will have to complete a fire risk assessment and to take steps to mitigate any problems that you find.
Completing a fire risk assessment and acting on any findings will help you to reduce fire risks and ensure compliance with legislation.
Clicking on the links below will take you to guides which will help you through the process.
Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service is the enforcing authority for Fire Safety and to enable us to test compliance we will audit your premises on a regular basis. The frequency of inspection will depend on the risk profile of your premises and could range from annually to 5 yearly inspections.
We will endeavour to work within the good practice enforcement concordat which helps to ensure fairness and equality throughout the inspection process.
Further advice and guidance in all aspects of fire safety can be obtained by following the links below or contacting the service on 01324 716996.
Fire Safety Risk Assessment
Guidance notes are available for all categories of the workplace and are identified below as Sector Specific Guidance:
1. Care Homes
2. Offices, Shops and Similar Premises
3. Factories and Storage Premises
4. Educational & Day Care for Children Premises
5. Small Bed & Breakfast and Self-Catering Premises
6. Sleeping Accommodation Large and Small
7. Transport Premises
8. Places of Entertainment and Assembly
9. Healthcare Premises
10. The Evacuation of Disabled Persons from Buildings
A log book can assist the responsible person in coordinating and maintaining a fire safety record system. It should be kept up to date and available for inspection by a fire officer when required. An example of a fire safety log book can be downloaded from the link below: