Fire procedures and safety
 
All accidents, near misses, and injuries, (including fires) etc. at work must be recorded in the accident book.

Employers have a general legal duty to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees, contractors, visitors, agency staff, and members of the public, including protecting them from fire risks.

UNISON has produced a detailed factsheet (based on advice from the Health and Safety Executive) which outlines the current fire precautions regulations. it can be accessed and downloaded from the UNISON web site at http://www.unison.org.uk/acrobat/B165.pdf

Members who are concerned that their workplace is unsafe, should contact a UNISON health and safety representative.