Telford Free Business Fire Safety Workshop

Event Description

Background

On 1 October 2006 a new piece of legislation was introduced into the UK to help safeguard all workplace premises from fire. This fire safety law is called the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It replaces numerous other pieces of legislation and means now you have one set of rules to comply with, regarding fire safety.

To assist businesses meet this new legislation Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is offering all businesses within Shropshire the opportunity to attend a free workshop.

Workshop content

Our Business Fire Safety Team is committed to assisting companies to fulfill their legal and moral obligations in the workplace and with Fire Safety Officers present at the workshops for advice, you will receive information on:

• how this legislation affects you
• what you need to do
• what to expect if a fire safety inspector comes to visit you
• common shortfalls experienced during an inspection
• any issues you may have relevant to your situation
• protecting your business and staff to ensure business continuity

Workshops

The workshops are held at fire stations across the county throughout the year. This workshop will take place at:

Telford Central Fire Station,
Stafford Park 1,
Telford,
TF3 3BW

There are a maximum 30 places – if you wish to reserve a place please contact the

Business Fire Safety Team
Telephone: 01743 260 260
Email: businessfiresafety@shropshirefire.gov.uk