Fire and Emergency Procedures at Edinburgh Napier University
The Health & Safety Team at Edinburgh Napier University has provided detailed fire and emergency procedures for the safety of individuals on campus. In case of a fire, immediate action such as raising the alarm and evacuating the building using designated exit points is crucial. Additionally, guidelines for disabled refuges and communication systems during emergencies are outlined to ensure the well-being of all individuals. It is essential to follow these procedures to maintain a secure environment and promote safety within the university premises.
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Health & Safety Team | Edinburgh Napier University July 2013
Fire or Emergency Procedures Please read the blue and white notices provided throughout the campus These give details of the University s fire and emergency procedures
On discovering a fire Raise the alarm Immediately operate the nearest break glass alarm call point Attack fire if possible with appliances provided but without taking personal risk and only if you have been trained
On hearing the alarm Evacuate the building Use the nearest available exit NEVER use the lift
On hearing the alarm Assemble at the designated assembly points Keep access routes clear for emergency services Do not re-enter the building until authorisation given by Senior Fire Co-ordinator / Fire Officer in charge
Assembly Points A Area adjacent to main campus entrance B South west corner of car park, adjacent to energy centre C East car park
Disabled Refuges Anyone with mobility difficulties or who requires assistance to evacuate should not use stairways or lifts They should proceed to the nearest refuge (signage for refuges at Sighthill reads temporary waiting space )
Disabled Refuges Fitted with two-way communication systems When the fire alarm sounds proceed to your nearest disabled refuge Press the press for help button once to initiate a call (do not continue to press or hold during a call) This will also indicate at the fire panel that someone is in the specified refuge point The call will be answered Remain in the refuge until assistance arrives
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) All staff and students who may need assistance in an emergency evacuation should have a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) drawn up PEEPs procedure and guidance is available on Health & Safety intranet http://staff.napier.ac.uk/services/hr/healthandsafety/policies/Pages/peeps.aspx
Disabled refuges List of disabled refuges available at http://staff.napier.ac.uk/services/hr/healthandsafety/fire/Pages/DisabledRefuges.aspx
Summary in the event of a fire If you discover a fire raise the alarm On hearing the alarm leave by the nearest exit route Keep well clear of the building Do not use lifts Assemble at the designated assembly point Do not re-enter the building until authorised
Your health & safety responsibilities Comply with all Health & Safety Policies and Procedures Follow safe systems of work Use machinery, materials, PPE, etc as instructed Participate in Health & Safety Training Report all hazards/risks Work safely
Student health & safety Students must be made aware of Health and Safety at School induction Health & Safety Policy Fire/Emergency Procedures First Aid Arrangements COSHH Display Screen Equipment Lifting and Carrying Personal Protective Equipment Instructions - Use of Equipment Electricity Good Housekeeping
First aid arrangements Know and understand the University s First Aid arrangements A list of School/Service First Aiders should be available The Control Room on ext 4444 can contact the nearest First Aiders Report all injuries to staff, students or visitors using the Accident Reporting Books which should be available in each School/Service and campus reception First aid training contact Corporate Learning & Development
Reporting of accidents Staff/Students Yellow, blue and pink copies of the accident form should be sent to the Health & Safety Team White copy should be passed to Head of School/Director of Service Visitor/Contractor/Dangerous Occurrence All copies of accident form should be sent to the Health & Safety Team ALL accidents should be reported
Occupational Health support Human Resources are responsible for the Occupational Health provision http://staff.napier.ac.uk/services/hr/Pages/HR.aspx
Display Screen Equipment Ensure you are adequately trained in the use of the equipment Adjust your chair correctly Make sure you have breaks or change to other work away from the DSE All staff should carry out the computer Cardinus Workstation Safety Plus programme and assessment * [* start All Programs Applications - Health & Safety Cardinus Online Safety Training]
Lifting and carrying Manual Handling accidents can cause a lot of pain and suffering A simple manual handling training course is provided on the Cardinus manual handling computer programme * [*start All Programs Applications - Health & Safety Cardinus Online Safety Training]
Further info Further information is available on the Health & Safety website http://staff.napier.ac.uk/has Email: safetyoffice@napier.ac.uk Phone: 455 6377
