fire safety plans
Fire Safety Plans in Regina
Developing a fire safety plan to meet the specific requirements for each building can be challenging. Many building owners are tempted to use a fire safety plan that they downloaded from the internet. However, these templates are generic and do not outline all of the requirements of the Saskatchewan Fire Code. Regina Fire and Protective Services created the following guidance document, Regina Fire Safety Planning Guide. Before preparing your fire safety plan review the guidance documents and contact your insurance provider to determine if there are any issues.
Burns Fire Code Solutions carries Commercial General Liability and Errors and Omissions Insurance.
Fire Safety Plans in Saskatoon
Similar to Regina, Saskatoon Fire Department created the following guide, Saskatoon Fire Safety Planning Guide. This guide provides owners and property managers with additional information on fire plans. As noted above, you should consult your insurance provider before preparing a fire safety plan.
Communication & Timelines
Burns Fire Code Solutions understands the importance of communication and timeliness. As such, an open line of communication with you is maintained during the entire project, providing you with relevant updates to keep you informed on the progress.
All project timelines are established at the outset so that we are both aware of and understand the timelines.
Steps Required to Prepare the Fire Safety Plan
Documentation Review
Copies of verification and inspection, testing, and maintenance reports for fire protection and life safety systems installed in the building.
Drawing Review
Copies of drawings for the building and fire protection and life safety systems installed are required. Alternatively, Burns Fire Code Solutions can prepare floor layout drawings.
Building/Site Audit
A walkthrough of the entire building and site is required. This includes access to all public and secured areas of the building. The site audit is to confirm,
Drawing accuracy
Identify equipment, systems, and hazards
Identify other site-specific information
Audit of Human Resources
This includes the number of staff available, shifts, capabilities, and emergency contacts, as well as establishing the roles and responsibilities. This is done in conjunction with you or a designate.
Preparation of the Fire Safety Plan and Drawings
This includes the entire fire safety plan, as required by the Saskatchewan Fire Code and local bylaws.
Several sets of drawings are created, including a set for:
the fire department, which identifies the relevant information for fire department response,
the posted fire emergency procedure signage for the building,
the building owner, identifying the fire protection and life safety features for ongoing maintenance.
Submission to Client
The fire safety plan is provided to you for review and comments.
Submission to the local Fire Department
While fire safety plans in Saskatchewan are not required to be submitted to the fire department, it is best practice. As such, the fire safety plan is submitted to the local fire department for review and comment.
Meeting to Discuss the Implementation of the Fire Safety Plan
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How Do I Implement My Fire Safety Plan?
A fire safety plan is no good if it sits on a shelf and is not implemented. Implementation of the fire safety plan is one of the most important steps in the fire safety planning process. Burns Fire Code Solutions provides a 9-step process for implementing fire safety plans.
Retain
Retain a current copy of the fire safety plan in the building or the required location.
Train
Train supervisory staff (fire wardens, floor wardens, etc) in their assigned responsibilities before delegating responsibility.
Delegate
Delegate responsibilities to supervisory staff in writing.
Distribute
Distribute copies of the emergency procedures to all supervisory staff.
Post
Post at least one copy of the emergency procedures in each floor area.
Review
Review and update the plan at least annually or when there are changes to the building, fire protection systems, or supervisory staff.
Practice
Practice evacuation drills and fire drills to reinforce the training. In addition, practicing the emergency evacuation procedures helps identify improvements and gaps.
Inspect, Test, & Maintain
Inspect, test, and maintain all fire protection and life safety systems and features.
Document
Document all fire warden training and other fire safety training, fire drills, ITM procedures, repairs, and operational procedures.