What should be in fire logbook?

The fire safety log book should record regular checks and record findings on:

• All escape routes are clear and the floor is in a good state.
• All fire escapes can be opened easily.
• You record any faults in systems and equipment.
• All fire alarm systems are working.
• The emergency lighting is working.

How do you carry out a fire alarm test?

Fire alarm testing must be carried out every week.

1. 1 – Do put the system “in test” (if you have fire alarm monitoring)
2. 2 – Do check the panel has registered the correct zone.
3. 3 – Do keep a record of weekly testing in your log book.
4. 4 – Do carry out your weekly testing during normal working hours.

Is a fire log book a legal requirement?

There is no statutory requirement to maintain a Fire Safety Log Book, but Article 17 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the ‘responsible person’ for premises to ensure that all fire safety facilities, equipment and devices are maintained in efficient working order and in good repair.

What is the legal requirement for fire alarm testing?

In section 25.2 it states that all fire alarm systems in commercial premises need to be tested weekly to ensure that there has not been any major failure, and that the fire alarm system is in working order.

What is a fire safety risk assessment?

What is a Fire Risk Assessment? A careful look at your premises and the people who use them, from a fire prevention perspective. It’s about understanding the potential risks, then improving your fire safety precautions to keep people safe.

How long does a fire alarm test last?

How Long Does a Fire Alarm Inspection Take? An inspection can range from 1 hour to a few days depending on the number of devices and complexity of the fire alarm system. If you have a large facility, the inspector should give you an idea of how long it will take to complete the inspection.

How often should fire drills be conducted?

twice a year
Fire drills should be carried out at least twice a year, although this can vary if your fire risk assessment has outlined otherwise.

When should a fire blanket be used?

A fire blanket may help avoid a cleanup effort and they are particularly useful for small cooking fires that are caught early. This piece of equipment could also be a life-saver for yourself, a family member, or a coworker if someone catches on fire or needs to evacuate near flames.

What should be on a fire watch log sheet?

FIRE WATCH LOG SHEET In the event that any of the following fire protection systems are off-line, a FIRE WATCH is to be implemented IMMEDIATELY – Fire Alarm System, Sprinkler System, Standpipe System, Fire Pump, Emergency Power System, Specialized Fire Suppression System, other specialized building systems.

What are the contents of the fire safety log book?

LOG BOOK (Record of Fire Safety Equipment Testing) Fire safety log book MARCH 20131 CONTENTS 1.0 PREMISES SPECIFIC INFORMATION 2.0 FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT TESTING 2.1 Escape Routes 2.2 Fire Warning Alarms and Fire Detection Systems 2.3 Fire Fighting Equipment 2.4 Emergency Lighting

How does the weekly fire alarm record work?

That’s where our weekly fire alarm test record comes in. Testing the alarm should involve activation of a different manual alarm call point each time until they’ve all been tested. You can use our Fire Alarm Call Point Register to allocate a unique number to each one, making it much easier to record the tests.

How often should fire alarm systems be tested?

THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM SHOULD BE TESTED EVERY WEEK FROM A DIFFERENT INDIVIDUALLY IDENTIFIED CALL POINT. IN ADDITION, THE SYSTEM SHOULD BE MAINTAINED BY A COMPETENT PERSON AT A PERIOD BASED ON A RISK ASSESSMENT (THIS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 6 MONTHS). 2.0 FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT TESTING Fire safety log book MARCH 20139 2.3 Fire Fighting Equipment