Fire Safety Audit

Fire Safety Audit Fire Safety audit is a systematic and independent evaluation of the fire risks present in the premises and involve recommendations about appropriate measures to control and mitigate the effects of fires. Applicable Standards:National Building Code 2005,IS Standards in Fire Safety Organizations applicable for Fire Safety Audit: • Industry bodies • Offices • Hotels • Corporate Houses. Methodology Adopted: Methodology of conducting the Fire Safety Audits involves the following: • A walkthrough the concerned premises. • Review of the layout and drawings. • Review of the existing firefighting systems in the premises. • Review of the training and awareness regarding availability and operations of the firefighting systems in and across the organization. Deliverables: Recommendations for corrective and preventive actions include: • Updation of the fire safety risk management data base • Preparation of additional reports or relevant paperwork on the hazards detected Benefits of the Audit: Fire Safety audits enable the organizations to address the issues by identifying the following: • Identifying all significant fire hazards. • Evaluation of the existing control measures. • Determining the additional control measures required. • Evaluation of the current fire detection and firefighting facilities. • Testing of all fire safety equipment and precautions. • Training and instruction to all occupants of premises about fire safety.