Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
are basic guidelines devised for facilities that employees need to
follow when there is an emergency like the breakout of a fire or a power cut. These procedures
are part of staff members' regular training and development and require regular
drills.
Normal Operating Procedures (NOPs) are guidelines for all
day-to-day requirements like the opening of the facility, turning on or off
equipment and generally checking the facility. NOPs are
guidelines for the day-to-day operating of a facility under normal conditions.
Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) are required at every business with a certain number of employees (usually ten). It should detail step-by-step procedures to follow in emergencies such as fire, chemical spill, or a major accident. An emergency action plan also includes information such as whom to notify, who should do what, and location of emergency stocks.
In addition, we look at issues
concerning areas like soft furnishings, stotage of cleaning materials under COSHH, glass safety, cooking facilities,
stairwells, cabling, covering of fire signs and accumulation of
packaging/waste. We also cover Emergency Measures for Dangerous Substances.
In the event of an
accident/incident or emergency related to a dangerous substance, the
responsible person must ensure that information is available on the
arrangements in place and includes:
- Work hazards and hazard identification arrangements
- Specific hazards likely to arise at the time of an
accident, incident or emergency
- Warning systems and communications systems to
enable an appropriate response including the actions to take
- Systems to enable people to withdraw before
explosion conditions are reached
- Facilities to enable escape from the
danger area
We
advise on the importance of maintenance so that facilities, equipment and
devices are in place to protect people in the event of a fire and are
maintained, fit for purpose, in good working order and in good repair.
If you are concerned about whether or
not you comply to the Fire Safety standards of practice, call Fire Safety Sussex now on
07925 389539
for a FREE consultation or to
make an appointment.
