Posted By Scott d Can anybody tell me is there is a requirement to provide fire training for all employees or if you can still simply use fire marshalls if a risk assessment determines this to be adequate? Many Thanks, Scott

Posted By Scott d Cheers Dave, All staff are currently trained in evacuation, however, in the past it has been company policy to carry out full fire training for all staff. Due to the company nearly trebling in size over the past twelve months, I am considering the option of training fire marshall's like you mentioned, to enable me to carry out other Health and Safety training., Scott

Posted By ivorfire Scott, Fire training can be considered in different levels, depending on the fire strategy, the fire related tasks and responsibilities, and the risks associated with industry concerned. Any training must take account of specific fire hazards and fire risks involved. The training to be "suitable and sufficent" and "adequate" for each level of responsiblity. All staff to have a minimum level of training, which will then usually increase relative to the responsibilty. The overall fire strategy, policy and procedures to hold necessary details, with the fire risk assessment capturing significant findings and tying it all up together. Poor fire safety management traditionally has a major impact on fires, with poor training having its part to play. Hope this helps, Shaun

Posted By shaun mckeever It is a requirement for all staff to be given fire safety training irrespective of their role. The training can be very basic. - Whoever discovers a fire must know what action to take. - Whoever hears the fire alarm must know what action to take. You should also keep records of training given.