Regulations have been implemented which companies should comply with to reduce the potential risk of arson. It is necessary to identify possible threats in advance and implement measures of protection. All organizations should have documented fire safety control policies and procedures to ensure protection from possible arson attacks.
To commence the procedure, there are specific steps to follow. The first is to undertake an arson risk assessment, followed by management procedures, risk reduction and the method of implementation. There are several ways in which a risk assessment can be done.
The overall assessment should be recorded and regular reviews should be done. The most vulnerable sections of the building should be identified first. Issues such as hydrant placement, sprinkler control valves and other similar items should be checked. These particular areas are potential sabotage targets if it is possible for someone to easily access it.
The levels of combustible materials on the premises and potential ignition sources should be reviewed. The methods of storage of hazardous materials should be checked, as should the areas that are most vulnerable. The task group undertaking the assessment should give due consideration to where combustible waste is stored in the building and assess if this is handled safely.
The existing security measures should be checked for adequacy. Security measures that should be assessed include the control of access to fire safety installations. It should also include the monitoring of deliveries of hazardous material to the premises. It may be necessary to install CCTV cameras. These security measures would act as a deterrent to potential arsonists. They will be aware that the safety systems related to fire hazards are being monitored constantly.
The implementation of fire safety management procedures need to be undertaken. This includes inspection of all fire safety systems. Physical inspections should be done on all sprinkler control valves to make sure that it has been opened. This check should include safety housekeeping. Safety housekeeping includes checking that fire doors have been shut properly.
Adequate training should be offered to all occupants of the premises about the dangers of arson and how they can help in preventing it. Measures to reduce risk should be introduced. Opportunities that exist to start a fire should be considered and reduced. This includes the consideration of suitable storage spaces for hazardous materials, providing suitable lighting in high risk sections and clearing combustible and hazardous waste on a regular daily basis. Implementing suitable procedures and policies, training and advanced risk assessment will offer the building management ways in which they can prevent possible fire threats.
To avoid chaos, many organizations undertake scenario tasks related to possible sabotage to the fire safety implementations. They base this on possible events that could happen and how it will be handled. This offers the safety team simulated training for use in the event of a potential attack. It gives them the opportunity to see if the procedures and policies they have implemented are sufficient. It also allows them to assess if the occupants of the building are fully aware of their personal responsibilities.
To commence the procedure, there are specific steps to follow. The first is to undertake an arson risk assessment, followed by management procedures, risk reduction and the method of implementation. There are several ways in which a risk assessment can be done.
The overall assessment should be recorded and regular reviews should be done. The most vulnerable sections of the building should be identified first. Issues such as hydrant placement, sprinkler control valves and other similar items should be checked. These particular areas are potential sabotage targets if it is possible for someone to easily access it.
The levels of combustible materials on the premises and potential ignition sources should be reviewed. The methods of storage of hazardous materials should be checked, as should the areas that are most vulnerable. The task group undertaking the assessment should give due consideration to where combustible waste is stored in the building and assess if this is handled safely.
The existing security measures should be checked for adequacy. Security measures that should be assessed include the control of access to fire safety installations. It should also include the monitoring of deliveries of hazardous material to the premises. It may be necessary to install CCTV cameras. These security measures would act as a deterrent to potential arsonists. They will be aware that the safety systems related to fire hazards are being monitored constantly.
The implementation of fire safety management procedures need to be undertaken. This includes inspection of all fire safety systems. Physical inspections should be done on all sprinkler control valves to make sure that it has been opened. This check should include safety housekeeping. Safety housekeeping includes checking that fire doors have been shut properly.
Adequate training should be offered to all occupants of the premises about the dangers of arson and how they can help in preventing it. Measures to reduce risk should be introduced. Opportunities that exist to start a fire should be considered and reduced. This includes the consideration of suitable storage spaces for hazardous materials, providing suitable lighting in high risk sections and clearing combustible and hazardous waste on a regular daily basis. Implementing suitable procedures and policies, training and advanced risk assessment will offer the building management ways in which they can prevent possible fire threats.
To avoid chaos, many organizations undertake scenario tasks related to possible sabotage to the fire safety implementations. They base this on possible events that could happen and how it will be handled. This offers the safety team simulated training for use in the event of a potential attack. It gives them the opportunity to see if the procedures and policies they have implemented are sufficient. It also allows them to assess if the occupants of the building are fully aware of their personal responsibilities.