Foley and Baugh provide fire marshal training designed to give employees the knowledge and confidence they need to play a crucial role in workplace safety.
A workplace fire marshal has an important role to play in helping keep people safe, but what does the job actually involve? Contrary to what you might think, being a fire marshal isn’t simply about standing around with a clipboard and checking where the fire extinguishers are.
What does a workplace fire marshal do? Fire marshals are there to support their employer’s wider fire safety arrangements and help make sure everyone knows what to do if a fire breaks out. Their exact responsibilities will depend on the workplace, its size and the risks involved, but their role can be an important part of keeping fire safety arrangements working effectively.
One of the key responsibilities of fire marshals is helping to identify and report potential fire hazards. This could include blocked escape routes, combustible materials being stored incorrectly, damaged fire doors or other issues that could increase the risk of fire or make evacuation more difficult. Regular checks can help spot problems before they become more serious.
Fire marshals also play a vital role during an evacuation. If the fire alarm sounds, they may help direct people towards the appropriate exits, check designated areas where this is safe to do so and report information to those coordinating the emergency response. They shouldn’t put themselves at risk or attempt to tackle a fire unless they’ve been specifically trained and it’s safe to do so.
Good communication is another important part of the role. Fire marshals should help colleagues understand emergency procedures and encourage sensible fire safety practices during their normal working day. They can also raise concerns with management when they spot something that needs attention.
Of course, fire marshals need to know what they’re doing. Appropriate fire marshal training gives them a better understanding of fire risks, prevention, emergency procedures, evacuation and their responsibilities within the workplace.
Whether you’re appointing fire marshals for the first time or your existing team needs a refresher, proper training can help make sure your workplace is better prepared if the alarm ever sounds.
Contact us today on 01493 659026 or email hello@foleyandbaugh.co.uk
