Fire Safety Risk Assessment for deficiencies in the premise in regards to the ignition sources

There has been a significant increase in Flat Fires in London and Manchester relating to e-bikes and e-scooters mainly caused by the failure of the lithium-ion battery. When the batteries and chargers fail, they can do so with ferocity and because Fires develop so rapidly the situation can quickly become incredibly serious.

Lithium-ion batteries are susceptible to failure if incorrect chargers are used, always use the correct charger for the product and buy from a reputable dealer.

London and Manchester Landlords should check with their Tenant if they use e-bikes or e-scooters as it significantly increases the risk of Fire within the Flat. Charging of e-bikes or e-scooters in the Flat should be prohibited and a safer location such as a shed or garage should be used.

Using the communal hallways to charge should also be prohibited as it will increase the Fire Risk in the Means of Escape and could block the main route out of the building in the time of emergency.

The following are some Fire Safety tips for e-bikes and e-scooters:

• Always use the correct charger for the product
• Batteries can get warm during use always allow them to cool down before re-charging
• Batteries should always be charged on hard flat surfaces where heat can dissipate
• Always check for any damage
• Unplug the charger when finished, never leave unattended whilst people are asleep
• Make sure there are smoke alarms fitted in areas where the e-bike or e-scooter is being charged
• Never block your Escape Route or charge in communal areas of the premise

If you are a Landlord in London or Manchester or you are the identified Responsible Person for a Block of Flats or Flats in a converted House then you need to have a current Fire Safety Risk Assessment.

A Fire Safety Risk Assessment will identify any deficiencies in the premise in regards to ignition sources. The Assessor will audit log books, check electrical certifications, gas safety certificates, alarm certificates and Training records. He/she will carry out an in-depth inspection of ignition sources, people at risk, means of escape, detection and alarm facilities, construction, confinement, integrity and separation to name a few. Once the Fire Safety Inspection and Audit is completed the Fire Safety Risk Assessment is compiled and should include the following:

• Fire Safety Risk Assessment Report
• Fire Safety Management Action Plan – Significant Findings
• Fire Safety Policy
• Fire Safety Emergency Plan

The above are all the ‘parts’ required for a compliant Fire Safety Risk Assessment.

London Fire Risk Assessments are completely independent of any supplies of Fire Protection Systems or Fire Safety Service companies in London therefore their advice is unbiased. They have been established for nearly 15 years and all their Fire Safety Risk Assessors have qualified with the Institution of Fire Engineers the Fire Protection Association and CS Todd Associates. They are also members of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers and the British Standards Association. They are fully insured, and all their Assessors are retired Fire Brigade Fire Safety Officers. London Fire Risk Assessments has a new division in Manchester so if you wish to make an appointment for a Fire Safety Inspection/Audit then please contact our London office on 0781 8888626 or our Manchester office on 07824 185293 alternatively you can  click here

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