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Construction site fire safety (811) Service
The construction of domestic, commercial and industrial buildings are bound by fire safety requirements including safe means of escape, internal/external stability, accessibility for fire equipment, containment of smoke/fire. The local fire service inspect premises to ensure compliance with all legislation.
Fire certificates - factories (805) Service
A fire certificate is required for any premises used as factory where there are more than 20 people employed (in one or more buildings) at any one time or more than 10 people employed other than on the ground floor of the building. The local fire authority is responsible for processing applications, inspecting premises and issuing certificates.
Fire certificates - hotels/boarding houses (808) Service
A fire certificate is required for any premises used as a hotel or boarding house where there is accommodation for more than 6 people. The local fire authority is responsible for inspecting premises and issuing the certificate.
Fire certificates - offices (806) Service
A fire certificate is required for any office premises where there are more than 20 people employed (in one or more buildings) at any one time or more than 10 people employed other than on the ground floor of the building. The local fire authority is responsible for processing applications, inspecting premises and issuing certificates.
Fire certificates - shops (807) Service
A fire certificate is required for any retail premises where there are more than 20 people employed (in one or more buildings) at any one time or more than 10 people employed other than on the ground floor of the building. The local fire authority is responsible for processing applications, inspecting premises and issuing certificates.
Fire regulations business enforcement (804) Service
The local authority has responsibility for the supervision and enforcement of fire regulations. They visit workplaces to ensure that the owners adopt the fire risk assessment and emergency plans.
Fire risk assessment in commercial property (1608) Service
Inspection of commercial premises to identify potential fire risks and people within the premises who may be at risk as a result of fire hazards. The inspectors will advise on how to minimise fire risk and assist in preparing an emergency plan for the premises.
Hazardous substance control (414) Service
Legislation may exist to control exposure to all substances hazardous to health arising from work activities. The local authority usually has responsibility for ensuring that these regulations are adhered to by catering establishments, offices and shops. In the UK the health and safety Executive (HSE) is generally responsible for manufacturing premises.
Health and safety - prosecutions register (421) Service
The local authority will keep information on any businesses that have been prosecuted for Health and Safety breaches.
Health and safety regulation (419) Service
A local authority carries out regular checks on local businesses and business premises to ensure that safe and healthy working conditions are provided for all employees and visitors.
Health and safety training (422) Service
The local authority provide food hygiene and occupational health and safety training courses for managers and staff of local businesses. Some of the courses may also be open to members of the public.
Private fire hydrants inspection (1606) Service
Inspection of private fire hydrants to ensure that they are correctly installed and maintained and are compatible with fire and rescue service equipment.
Railway fire certificates (814) Service
A fire certificate is required for any railway premises where there are more than 20 people employed (in one or more buildings) at any one time or more than 10 people employed other than on the ground floor of the building. The local fire authority is responsible for processing applications, inspecting premises and issuing certificates.
Work health and safety advice and training (752) Service
The local authority is responsible for carrying out routine inspection of commercial premises to ensure health and safety practices at work and may also provide basic health and safety training courses.
Workplace fire regulations (813) Service
The local fire authority provides advice to employers on current fire regulations, fire prevention and safety in the workplace.