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Give me some legislation that you are aware of in relation to Health & Safety?

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Health & Safety at work Act (1974)
RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences)
COSHH – Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
CDM 2015 (Construction, Design & Management)

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What does the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) outline?

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Outlines the responsibility of how employers to protect the safety and welfare of their employees and others affected by business activities.

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What is the Six Pack of the H&S Regulation, that employers must follow?

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The six pack regulations are a set of health and safety regulations that employers must follow to ensure safety of their staff. These include:

Management of Health & Safety at work Regulations 1999

Provision and use of work equipment regulations 1998

Manual handling operations regulations 1992

Workplace (Health, Safety and welfare) Regulations 1992

PPE at work 1992

Health & Safety (Display equipment) Regulations 1992

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What are CDM Regulations 2015?

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Regulations that are in place to ensure that health & safety issues are properly considered during a project’s development, so that the risk of harm to those who have to build, maintain and use structures is reduced.

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When is a project notifiable under CDM?

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More than 20 workers working simultaneously AND
Project duration is over 30 days
If person days exceed 500
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What is an F-10 form?

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A form that is used to notify the HSE of a notifiable project

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Who are the duty holders under CDM?

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Principal Contractor
Contractor
Principal Designer
Designers
Client

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What are the key parts under CDM Regulations 2015?

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Part 1 - Introduction
Part 2 - Client Duties
Part 3 - Health & Safety, duties and roles
Part 4 - General Requirements for all construction sites
Part 5 - General

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What are the key duties of the principal designer?

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Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety in the pre-construction phase of a project
Ensure clients and designers are aware of their duties and advise the client on bringing together pre-construction information
Prepare the H&S file

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What are the key duties of the principal contractor?

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Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety in the construction phase of a construction project
Prepare the construction phase plan
Organise cooperation between contractors
Provide a suitable site induction
Prevent unauthorized access

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What are the principles of prevention under CDM?

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Avoid
Evaluate
Combat
Adapt
Replace
Develop prevention policy

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How can a client evaluate the competence of consultants?

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Often this is evaluated through previous experience, health and safety policies and actual staffing accreditations / training (for example CSCS cards)

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What is a CDM-C?

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CDM Coordinator - A qualified H&S person to advise the client on H&S issues during the design and planning phases of construction work.

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What is RIDDOR?

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Reporting Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences – 1995
Requires the responsible person to report and notify death, reportable injuries, diseases or dangerous occurrences to the HSE.

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What accidents are reportable?

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Death, major injuries (loss of consciousness or limb) and injuries lasting over 7 days
Must be reported within 15 days
Dangerous occurrences
Gas incidents

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Who must report RIDDOR Accidents?

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The responsible person
The employer

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What are the new RIDDOR requirements?

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From 2012, only accidents resulting in incapacitation for more than 7 days must be reported
(Previously it was 3 days)

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What does COSHH stand for?

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Control of substances hazardous to health – 2002
Aims to avoid exposure to hazardous substances, or if not possible, to control exposure by measures that are proportionate to the health risk.

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Give me some examples of substances under COSHH?

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Dusts
Chemicals
Mists
Gases

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What does CSCS stand for?

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Construction Skills and Certification Scheme

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How long is a CSCS card valid for?

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5 years

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What is a risk assessment?

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A risk assessment is a careful examination of what, in your work, could cause harm to people, so that you can assess whether you have taken enough precautions or should do more to prevent harm.

The law does not expect all risks to be eliminated but they should be limited as far as reasonably practical.

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What are the 5 steps to risk assessment?

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Step 1 - Identify the hazards
Step 2 - Decide who might be harmed and how
Step 3 - Evaluate the risks and mitigate
Step 4 - Record findings and implement them
Step 5 - Review your assessment and update if necessary

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Who oversees H&S on site?

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The Principal Contractor
But ultimately the client has responsibility for ensuring this and we all have a duty of care

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Which accident kills the most operatives in construction?
Falls from height
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What are the H&S responsibilities of a RICS-Regulated firm?
Safe working environment Safe work equipment Safe systems of work Competent staff H&S management plan
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How do you keep yourself safe at work?
I refer to the Surveying Safely guidance note and use the safe person concept to ensure: I am competent to perform my role I ensure my work equipment and environment is safe I am able and prepared to work in the system of work I am aware of the changing circumstances and can adapt I always stay vigilant I am aware of my own abilities and limitations
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What is a site induction?
A site induction is a formal process taken for those working / visiting an active site, highlighting site specifics, particular risks and control measures.
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What should be included in a site induction?
Outline of the project Management of the project First-aid arrangements Accident and incident reporting PPE required Fire evacuation plan
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What is the RICS Guidance on H&S?
- Surveying Safely Guidance Note – 2019
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- Surveying Safely Guidance Note – 2019
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What are the general contents of Surveying Safely?
Summary of relevant legislation Personal and corporate responsibilities for RICS members and firms Guidance on risk assessments Section on places of work for property professionals which include both offices and on-site Occasional health (stress, bullying, alcohol and drug, asbestos)
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What individual responsibilities does the RICS Surveying Safely guidance note provide?
Acceptance on their individual responsibility and personal role in addressing health and safety risk management and their responsibility to abide by corporate and legal requirements Reporting (in good time) if there has been a breach of H&S Maintain competence regarding H&S matters
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What corporate responsibilities does the RICS Surveying safely guidance note provide?
Clear lines of accountability for the management of H&S Policies and procedures need to be appropriate to the work undertaken Identification and management of foreseeable risks Training and information regarding the management of H&S
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Is the Surveying Safely Regulation or guidance?
Guidance
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Apart from Surveying Safely, what other guidance are you aware of?
HSE – Five Steps to Risk Assessment HSE – Health & Safety in Great Britain Managing H&S in Construction – Approved Code of Practice 2007.
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What does RAMS stand for?
Risk Assessment and Method Statement
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What is a method statement?
Details how a specific activity or piece of works is going to be completed.
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What is the safe person concept?
The safe person concept (RICS Surveying Safely) means that each individual assumes individual behavioral responsibility for their own, their colleagues and others health & safety whilst at work
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Can you list some way you have personally used Surveying Safely?
Using the safe person concept Undertaking risk assessments, before travelling to and attending site Understanding key risks CSCS Card (competence) Undertaking health and safety training annually
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What is the hierarchy of dealing with risks?
1. Eliminate 2. Substitute 3. Engineering Controls 4. Administrative Controls 5. PPE
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What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a fibrous deleterious material that can be found in any building built before the year 2000.
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Where is asbestos commonly found?
Asbestos Cement Insulation Pipe lagging Decorative works Roofing Felt
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How can you identify asbestos?
Asbestos can be very hard to identify, meaning qualified professionals typically are required to assess. Instead I would take into account the period of time the building was built and the material elements in questions (i.e. roofing, insulation etc)
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What would you do if you unexpectedly came across asbestos on-site?
1. Stop work immediately 2. Notify the responsible person 3. Leave the area quickly and safely 4. Notify my client 5. Appoint a licensed professional or contractor dependent on the type of asbestos
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Where was asbestos found on GE3b?
Asbestos ceiling tiles Asbestos insulation Decorative works (ceiling coatings)
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What asbestos surveys are available?
Asbestos Management Survey R&D Survey (Refurbishment and Demolition)
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What is a management survey?
A management survey details how the asbestos will be managed for removal - Type of asbestos - Location of asbestos
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What is an R&D survey?
Refurbishment and Demolition Survey - Needed before any refurbishment or demolition is completed - Used to locate and describe any ACM - Fully intrusive and involve a destruction inspection
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What will an asbestos survey identify?
Location of asbestos Type of asbestos ACM's Condition of ACM's
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What regulations are you aware of in relation to asbestos?
Control of Asbestos Regulation 2012
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What does the regulation state in regard to asbestos?
If ACM’s are in good condition or not likely to be disturbed, then they can be left in place but monitored Asbestos removal can be licensed, or notifiable non-licensed works or non-licensed Workers engaged in asbestos removal must be under medical surveillance at 3 year intervals Employers must keep a record of asbestos exposure
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What is the difference between Notifiable Non-Licensed works & Non-Licensed?
Non-licensed = short exposure to asbestos in good condition Notifiable non-licensed = Short exposure to asbestos that may be disturbed
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What is the control limit for asbestos?
0.1 asbestos fibre per cubic centimetre of air (0.1 c/m3)
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What type of asbestos are you aware of?
Amosite = BROWN Crocidolite = BLUE (MOST DANGEROUS) Chrysotile = WHITE (MOST COMMON)
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You mentioned you encountered lead paint on Dorking Halls, how was this dealt with?
Lead paint survey undertaken by professional Management survey / method statement completed Removed with management plan Lead sampling urine testing for operatives
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What is an asbestos risk register?
Key component in the management of asbestos Contain current information about the presence and condition of any ACM.
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What asbestos training certificates are you aware of?
Asbestos Awareness Certificate - lasts 12 months then requires a refresher.
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What is the Considerate Constructors Scheme?
Non-profit organisation devoted to improving the construction industry public image Scored rating provided to contractors (based on performance and best practice of the site) - Respect for the community - Care of the environment - Value their workforce
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What is the scoring for the Considerate Constructors Scheme?
Minimum of 27/50 for a conforming site 3 categories carry 15 points Remaining 5 points for innovation and best practice
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What is the minimum height of a main guard rail on a scaffold?
950mm above the working platform
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What does the Beauford scale measure?
Windspeeds
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A member of the public has been injured by work activities and taken to hospital for treatment. What should happen next?
The accident should be reported by the responsible person to the HSE.
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What is a H&S policy?
A health and safety policy sets out your general approach to health and safety. It explains how you, as an employer, will manage health and safety in your business. It states who does what, when and how.
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A health and safety policy sets out your general approach to health and safety. It explains how you, as an employer, will manage health and safety in your business. It states who does what, when and how.
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When is an employer required to have a Health & Safety policy?
The Management of Health & Safety at work Regulations (MHSWR) states that if you have 5 or more employees, you must write your policy down.
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What legislation covers fire safety?
Building Safety Act 2022 The Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 Fire Safety Act 2020
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What is the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 ?
Updated in 2005 Compiled previous fire legislation into a simple order safety duties such as: - Carry out a fire risk assessment - Consider who may be at risk - Remove or mitigate risk from fire as far as reasonably practical Create and emergency / evacuation plan Reviewing the fire-risk assessment regularly
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What is the responsible person under FSO 2005?
A responsible person is someone who is responsible for the safety of themselves and others who regulate the premises The RP is the person whom the majority of the duties under the FSO are imposed Normally the building owner, an employer or someone else in charge of the premises
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Where does the FSO apply?
Blocks of flats, offices, shops, hotels Does not apply to Private homes, including flats in a block or house
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What are the steps to a fire-safety risk assessment?
- Identify the fire hazards - Identify the people at risk - Risk analysis - Record any major findings and actions you have taken review the assessment regularly
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What is the Building Safety Act?
Legislation that came into effect following the Grenfell Tragedy and Judith Hackett report following investigation. Received Royal Assent in April 2022 Overhauls the way that residential buildings are construction and maintained the UK.
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What does the Building Safety Act detail?
It provides for a new regulator – The Building Safety Regulator, which is established under the HSE All occupied “higher-risk” buildings must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator by October 2023 (if not, then it is a criminal offence) The BSA creates three new bodies to provide effective oversight of the new regime The Building Safety Regulator (HSE) The National Regulator of Construction Products New Homes Ombudsmen
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CLADDING REMIDIATION WORKS
The act makes it clear that no costs relating to the removal and replacement of external cladding will be recoverable from leaseholders and therefore building owners will need to look to developers / manufacturers first - if not then government funding is available - if not applicable then the costs sit with the building owner However, for buildings less than 18m tall or less than 7 storeys, leaseholders can be charged a maximum of £10k (£15k for greater London), to correct defects
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GOLDEN THREAD OF INFORMATION
The bill states that this is “the right information in the right format, to the right people and the right time”. It is a fundamental requirement of the Bill that must be delivered digitally on all future high-rise residential projects These digital records must be retained and updated throughout a buildings lifespan by the building owner. The golden thread will be held digitally to ensure that the original design intent and any subsequent changes to the building are captured, preserved and used to support safety improvements.
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At the handover stage between Gateway three and occupation, key information (the golden thread) will have to be handed over from the Client to the Accountable Person - both will need to confirm that this has happened. The Accountable Person will continue to be responsible for the golden thread and ensuring the information remains accurate and up to date.
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CONSTRUCTION GATEWAYS
Gateway 1 - (RIBA STAGE 2 & 3 normally) - Planning application Stage The act provides two additional gateways for buildings that are higher risk (11m or at least 5 storeys) Gateway 2 - (RIBA Stage 4 normally) Prior to commencement of building work, and required the BSR to be satisfied that designs and construction proposals satisfy the requirements of the Building Regulations and the BSA Gateway 3 - (RIBA STAGE 7) - When the building work is complete and requires the BSR to be satisfied that the works “as built” comply with the Building Regulations and that the finished building is safe to occupy. BSR will issue a completion certificate. Criminal offence under the act for the building to be occupied before this certificate is issued.
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What is the Golden Thread of Information?
Defined in the Bill as the “right information, in the right format, to the right people at the right time” Duty-holders are responsible for creating and maintaining the Golden Thread of building information related to fire and structural safety. Transferred over following Gateway 3.
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What did the Hackitt report do / say?
Following the Grenfell disaster, Dame Judith Hackitt’s independent review and 2018 Building a Safer future report recommended the wholesale reform of the procurement, design, delivery and management of high-rise residential buildings to ensure that resident’s safety was an essential priority throughout the buildings life cycle.
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What will the building safety regulator do?
The Building Safety Regulator will oversee the safety and performance of all buildings, as well as having a special focus on high-rise buildings. It will promote competence and organisational capability within the sector including for building control professionals and trades people.
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What will the National Construction Products Regulator do?
The National Construction Products Regulator (NCPR) will oversee a more effective construction products regulatory regime and lead and coordinate market surveillance and enforcement across the UK.
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What will the new homes ombudsmen do?
The New Homes Ombudsman will allow relevant owners of new-build homes to escalate complaints to a New Homes Ombudsman Developers of new-build homes will be required by secondary legislation to become and remain a member of the new homes ombudsman scheme and secondary legislation will also set out the enforcement framework and sanctions for breaching requirements.
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What are the main design options to ensure fire safety?
PREVENTION – Controlling ignition and fuel sources so that fires do not start COMMUNICATION – Ignition occurs, ensuring occupants are informed and any active fire systems are triggered ESCAPE – Ensuring that occupants of buildings and surrounding areas are able to move to places of safety CONTAINMENT – Fire should be contained to the smallest possible area, limiting the amount of property likely to be damaged EXTINGUISH – ensuring that fire can be extinguished quickly and with minimum consequential damage

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