Evacuation Drills

The information below gives a general description of some main considerations with regard to evacuation drills. Click here for more information on fire safety training.

Pre Drill Inspection Programme

• Locate Assembly Points, checking all access.
  
• Locate Fire Alarm Panel & check its service records also with the Emergency Lighting System.
  
• Talk to Fire alarm company about running alarm test. (time & cost)
  
• Check the "Fire Record Log Book" in relation to Previous Fire Drills & Fire Safety Training.
  
• Check the "Fire Action" and escape route signage.
  
• Check all stairwells and escape routes for accessibility, clearance, emergency lighting and
  signage.
  
• Check that the exits leading to the "Assembly Points" are clear and usable.
  
• Meet with Fire Wardens and Employer discuss any particular rules / preferences for the
  premises to be evacuated.
  
• Forward a report on the inspection with recommendations, if necessary.
  

The Fire Drill

• Notify the fire brigade that a drill is taking place.
  
• Sound the alarm taking a note of the exact time and check all alarm horns.
  
• Check with the Fire Wardens at each Assembly Point that all staff and visitors are present.
  
• Note the time taken to complete the evacuation drill and the checklist is completed,
  accordingly.
  
• Have the Fire Alarm silenced and reset and inform Fire Wardens the building is safe to re-enter.
  
• Discuss with the Fire Wardens and Employer how the exercise went and how it can be
  improved.
  
• Oversee or make a brief report entry into the Fire Record Log Book.