Fire, Health and Safety regulations

DISCOVERING A FIRE

  • Raise the alarm by breaking the nearest glass call point – dial ‘999’ or the emergency hotel number
  • Evacuate the building using the emergency staircase, closing all doors and windows as you leave. Assist any guests or colleagues who may require help on your way out.
  • Report to your Head of Department at the assembly pointlocated in[Insert location point]
  • Do not re-enter the building until informed it is safe to do so by the Fire Safety Team.

How to check if there is a fire in a room!

  • Look for smoke coming from beneath the door
  • Check the heat of the door handle with the back of your hand

NEVER OPEN THE DOOR

FIRE EVACUATION

Do not

  • RUN/PANIC
  • Go back to collect personal belongings
  • Use the lift
  • Leave equipment obstructing access

Do

  • Close any windows/doors behind you
  • Go immediately to the Assembly Point
  • Be aware of any specific departmental responsibilities

FIRE EVACUATION

FIRE EXITS AND CORRIDORS

  • Keep fire exits clear and unobstructed
  • Never prop the doors open
  • At night ensure the doors are closed
  • Keep fire exits and corridors clear of trolleys and trays, and equipment.

Make sure you know…

  • The Fire Procedures
  • The Fire Exits
  • Your nearest “Break Glass” point
  • Your nearest Fire Equipment and how to use it
  • Your assembly point area
  • Your own departmental Fire Procedure( Ask your Departmental Trainer or Head of department)

FIRE EQUIPMENT

COLOUR / CONTENT / TYPE OF FIRE

Red (Colour coded Red) / Water / Wood, Paper, Upholstery

Red ( Colour coded Black) / Carbon Dioxide / Electrical
Red ( Colour coded Cream) / Foam / Fats, Oils & Spirits

Red ( Colour Coded Blue) / Dry Powder / All purpose

Red ( Colour Coded Yellow) / Wet Chemical Fire / Fats and Oils ( Kitchen)

Fire Blanket / People, Fats & Oils

HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK

Do:

  • Keep your working area clean and tidy
  • Read and take note of all safety signs
  • Attend legislative training sessions and use the information given to you
  • Report hazards –carry out “Hazard Spotting”
  • Wear personal protective clothing, as necessary
  • Take care not only for yourself, but also for your work colleagues.

Do not:

  • Fool around in the workplace, especially with equipment
  • Use equipment unless you have been fully trained to do so
  • Ignore Health, Safety Hygiene and Fire Hazards

HAZARDS AND RISKS

Definitions

  • Hazard – is something that has the potential to cause harm
  • Risk - How likely it is that a hazard will actually cause harm

Hazards can occur daily in such an establishment. It is not just the responsibility of the Management or one person, but for everyone.

It is EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

Examples of Hazards to be reported:

  • Torn or ripped carpets
  • Broken furniture
  • Overloaded sockets
  • Loose flexes
  • Trailing cables
  • Spillages
  • Broken glasses
  • Rubbish accumulating