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East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service
Achieving safer and more sustainable communities

Business Safety

Fire Scout

Mains powered smoke alarms

In the event of a fire, a smoke alarm can provide extra time needed to escape. Early detection of fire can also minimise the potential damage caused to property.

"Whilst there is currently no law that specifically requires the provision of a fire warning system in all types of rental accommodation we are encouraging all private landlords to fit an appropriate fire warning."

"We are also supporting Mr Adrian Sanders, MP for Torbay who is campaigning to improve fire safety in rented homes and attempting to progress a Private Members' Bill called the Fire Safety (Protection of Tenants) bill through the Commons."

News item from October 2011

Business Safety

Employees' Responsibilities

Employees' Responsibilities

Everyone is responsible for fire safety at work. Fires at work kill people and businesses, it makes sense for everyone consider fire safety.

Employers' Responsibilities

Employers' Responsibilities

The responsible person has a statutory duty to ensure the requirements of the Fire Safety Regulations are complied with.

Storage of Dangerous Substances

Storage of Dangerous Substances<

If you are a duty holder responsible for sites storing dangerous substances you MUST let us know.

Fire Risk Assessors

New guidance on Fire Risk Assessor competency<

New guidance on Fire Risk Assessor competency

Advice for Residential Accommodation

Employers' Responsibilities

Fire safety within the home and in commercial property is an important issue.

Fire Training Courses

Fire Training Courses

Fire training courses for the business community.

IOSH Training Courses

IOSH Training Courses

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Health & Safety Courses.

Public Register Of Notices

Learning not burning

Public registers of certain notices served concerning health, safety, environmental protection and related issues.

Business Safety Offices Contact Details

Business Safety Offices Contact Details

ESFRS Staff are able to provide guidance to ensuring that your business complies with the requirements of the Fire Safety Regulations.

Civil Disturbances

Caution - Civil Disturbances

Shops and businesses are advised to keep a look out for any suspicious activity and report anything of concern to security staff and police. Read the safety advice which must be borne in mind.

This page was last updated on 02 May 2013

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