Did you know that the fire safety plan of your establishment ensures the evacuation and safety of occupants during a fire?
All buildings, notwithstanding their construction or use, are exposed to fire. According to section 2.8 “Emergency Measures” of the National Fire Code (NFC), an emergency measures plan must be adopted in all establishments; for which the National Building Code (NBC) requires a fire alarm system.
The primary goal of the fire safety plan is to save lives. As a result, it’s important to choose a specialist who has been trained to assess potential risks. At Groupe RoyalTech, our specialists have received a university education in fire safety and have the knowledge to carry out your plan.
Discover the Main Benefits of a Fire Safety Plan
In some cases, the insurer or the mutual company grants an insurance premium reduction for the owner or administrator.
The accompaniment of the owner or the manager facilitates a rigorous follow-up. In addition, that ensures the maintenance and the good functioning of your security equipments (network of fire alarms, sprinkler systems).
In addition to providing insurance to the occupants, you will benefit from a serious improvement in the image and reputation of your organization.
The development of a Fire Safety Plan is the first step in a process focused on preserving lives and assets.
The Fire Safety Plan will clearly establish the roles and responsibilities for each intervener involved in emergency measures.
The implementation of these measures is in compliance with fire safety norms. Therefore, you will enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a building that meets current fire safety standards.
The 6 Objectives of the Program
In connection with your municipality’s fire department, our fire safety plans and our emergency plans have the following objectives:
- Accompany the owner or the administrator of the building. This minimizes the time and costs involved in implementing a Fire Safety Plan.
- Work in partnership with the fire department of your municipality. The objective is to ensure the compliance of the plan, in relation to the applicable regulations.
- Establish a sound security equipment management. That also facilitates the risk management to reduce and control them effectively.
- Bring through our prevention department, an innovative support in the multidisciplinary management of your building.
- Conceive a building safety management plan to increase the performance of systems and staff.
- Give control to the owner or administrator, to favour a proactive attitude.
Accompaniment Service
Here are our support services to assist you in establishing your program.
- Audit of Fire Safety Plans (FSP);
- Fire Safety Consulting Services;
- Inspection of compliance with laws and regulations on fire safety;
- Fire risk analysis specific to equipment and operations.
Development of the Fire Safety Plan (FSP) compliant with the National Fire Code
- Risk analysis through a physical visit of the premises;
- Measure of prevention of observed risks;
- Maintenance and inspection program for fire extinguishing equipment;
- Defining the roles and responsibilities of all interveners;
- Emergency Procedures Guide;
- Alert and mobilization procedures for staff;
- Evacuation procedures;
- FSP evacuation exercises, testing and validation;
- Obtaining FSP approval by the municipal fire department.
Your FSP will clearly establish the roles and responsibilities of each intervenor within your organization. Close training of FSP-related personnel will also be provided to all your staff and we will ensure that other occupants will be able to receive any relevant information during an emergency.
Fire Safety Plan FAQ
Can you take care of our FSP (Fire Safety Plan)?
We can help you protect your staff, tenants, friends, family… Groupe RoyalTech offers a turnkey service or a support service that best meets your needs. However, we need your cooperation to do this work.
Groupe RoyalTech can provide you with tools and support throughout the process so that you are ready to face a fire or other risk requiring evacuation.
By developing an FSP that is tailored to your needs, you will be able to see the fire risks as a whole, protect your property, improve staff evacuation efficiency, and comply with applicable regulations.
Why is a fire security plan necessary?
To prevent loss of life. Implementing such measures will facilitate the work of first responders, increase occupant safety, minimize the recovery time of your company’s work activities, and provide periodic monitoring of your safety equipment making sure that’s in good working order during a disaster.
Unfortunately, some people tend to downplay the importance of a Fire Safety Plan (FSP), even though it is required by the National Fire Code. Don’t wait—be prepared to handle an emergency.
How can I know if my FSP is always adequate and valid?
You should review your FSP annually to reflect changes to your business and building. Regulations are clarified, requirements are tightening. No one can afford failures when lives are at stake.
A fire drill will point you to the validity of the plan in place. Do business with professionals to make sure everything is still in order.
I have a seniors’ residence, do I need to do fire exercises?
Despite the fact that some people have reduced mobility, you still need to evacuate the residence. The goal is to practice dealing with a possible disaster. We understand that this could be a potentially stressful event for some residents, since they are forced to evacuate quickly, but this exercise could save their lives.
You may have new residents since the last exercise; are they really ready to evacuate?
In summary, the preparation of the FSP, the implementation and the course of the evacuation drills will protect your employees, your colleagues, your visitors… BE READY!
Groupe Royaltech offers a range of turnkey services for building security.
A visit, a plan of your building, the expected time frame, and voilà.
