Fire safety & flammable products Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Inadequate flammables storage in service rooms — Store aerosols and solvents in a ventilated fire-rated cabinet; segregate oxidisers, reducers and acids; use drip trays, shelf labels and maximum holding limits; inspect weekly for leaks or corrosion and quarantine any suspect stock.
• Staff fire training and drill gaps — Induct all staff on alarms, call points, extinguishers and flammables; appoint wardens; drill twice yearly with timed evacuation and roll-call; brief learnings at huddles; update routes and signage after any layout change.
• Kitchen and tea-point ignition — Keep aerosols and solvents out of kitchens; never leave toasters or pans unattended; fit auto-shut kettles; isolate sockets at close; clean grease traps and hobs weekly; post a simple fire action card above the counter.
• Blocked exits and travel routes — Keep one metre clearance on escape paths; no storage behind curtains; route trolleys and cables off walkways; check exits at opening and after deliveries; keep mats flat and self-closers free; record daily means-of-escape checks on a visible log.
• Battery charging and thermal runaway for clippers, e-files and lamps — Charge on non-combustible shelves, single layer, with space around vents; no overnight charging; use maker-approved chargers; isolate hot or swollen packs; keep a metal-lidded container and carbon-dioxide extinguisher nearby; rotate and record charge cycles.