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Fire Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for fire in school & education settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for fire in school & education settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Builds competence in lighting, tending, and extinguishing safely where appropriate.
Develops planning and supervision skills for higher risk tasks.
Supports teamwork through shared roles and clear communication.
Enables outdoor cooking and warmth in controlled settings.
Teaches respect for heat sources and safe behaviour near flames.
Typical hazards & measures
Unlabeled hazardous substances
— Ensure all hazardous substances are properly labeled and stored according to safety guidelines. Provide training to staff on handling and storage.
Chemical storage in science labs
— Label and store chemicals in compliance with safety regulations. Ensure ventilation and fire suppression systems are in place in storage areas.
Inadequate signage for escape routes
— Install clear, illuminated signage on all escape routes. Regularly inspect signs for visibility and replace any damaged or worn ones.
Combustible materials in classrooms
— Implement regular waste disposal, store paper, fabric, and wood away from ignition sources, and ensure all areas are decluttered daily. Fire-retardant materials should be used where possible. Conduct frequent inspections to maintain tidiness.
Lack of fire drills
— Schedule regular fire drills throughout the school year. Monitor and review each drill’s effectiveness and update evacuation plans as needed.
How to use this template
Click Create Risk Assessment: Fire to begin immediately.
Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
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