Project Management The DDS Project Manager role is critical to the success of this project and provides an important interface “on the ground” between the following parties: It is envisaged that the Project Manager will be responsible for the following: Ensuring NSi BAFE SP205 Quality Standards In conjunction with Client project management team select Fire Safety Risk Assessors to be… read more →
Preparation (including PYRAMID™ set up) Meet with Client representatives. Establish / understand policies for each property category including: Fire safety policy and procedures Training policy Maintenance and testing regimes (e.g. PPM, Gas, Electricity, P.A.T., Fire) Responsible Persons / Competent Persons. Establish correct contact details for each property category and building security access. Establish correct contact details for the Client project… read more →
Introduction The purpose of this document is to clearly set out how DDS proposes to implement and successfully deliver a quality Fire Safety Risk Assessment programme. Successful Outcomes On Time (each FRA delivered hard copy and soft copy within 7 working days) On Budget (FRA works completed within the budget constraints of contract) Queries (resolved within 2 working days) Summary… read more →
A good fire risk assessor considers what’s happening outside the building, and any implications of buildings or works in the immediate vicinity. Where Roof Voids or Cavities exist, it is critical they are checked for any breaches in compartmentation, or where fire stopping may be required During the fire risk assessment process, we always check how up to date your… read more →
Please contact us to discuss the support options available including sheltered housing fire risk assessments. Following the tragic death of a pensioner, Gloucestershire County Council are undertaking an investigation into how a fire happened in sheltered housing at Badger Vale Court in Podsmead. Retirement home occupant Ray Bryce died in the fire at his one-bedroom bungalow on Wednesday 6th January.… read more →
Why would I need a free, no obligation, 30 minute visit from DDS? In today’s businesses where everyone is stretched to their capacity, basic requirements like fire safety and health & safety tend to be taken for granted. It is only when there is an incident when it becomes apparent that simple precautions being in place would have prevented the… read more →
We are pleased to announce we released a short demonstration video on YouTube yesterday for our Fire Safety Risk Assessment Mobile App. For more information on our mobile application please visit the Fire Risk Assessment Software page. Video description: Demonstration for completing a fire safety risk assessment on the PYRAMID™ Risk Management System mobile app. Fed up with word, lengthily… read more →
Question Can I do my own fire safety risk assessment? Answer In simple terms yes, there is no reason why you cannot complete your own fire safety risk assessment. However there are two key aspects of the legislation that you need to make sure that you cover, these are: The Fire Safety Risk Assessment must be completed by a “Competent… read more →
Question Do I need a fire risk assessment? Answer Yes if you are business with 5 or more employees. The Fire Safety Order requires all businesses with 5 or more employees to have a documented fire safety risk assessment. Additional Information Fire Safety Law The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 covers general fire safety in England and Wales. In… read more →
This is the fourth post in our series of articles relating to PYRAMID™ Risk Management System reports. This one focuses on weekly safety check reports (also known as routine inspections or routine checks). The previous articles covered fire safety, audit reports and risk assessments. The term “released” which is a PYRAMID™ term to define a weekly safety report that is… read more →
