Finegreen are supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of a Fire Safety professional. This person will act as the competent person on all matters relating to Fire Safety.
The post holder will ensure that the Trust complies with Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO) legislation and will work closely with all relevant parties within the Trust's hospital and community premises externally to ensure the provision of a fire safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, and to facilitate sustained care and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Review and improve the Trust's fire policies and contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of robust and effective fire safety protocols, procedures, and action plans.
2. Provide expert fire safety advice to the Trust's Capital Planning / Estates Management teams.
3. Work with all members of the Trust to ensure a safe and healthy environment (fire) for the Trust to meet its responsibilities under the Health and Social Care (H&SC) Act 2008 and to meet the standards of the Code of Practice, which encompasses the H&SC Act; Regulation 12 Safe Treatment and Care and Regulation 15 Premises and Equipment.
4. Provide and receive complex information regarding fire safety legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTMs, and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust.
5. Undertake fire risk assessments across all Trust sites; disseminate significant findings, produce, and monitor an effective action plan as necessary in line with current legislation and guidance.
6. Formulate, approve, and deliver programmes of fire safety training to all staff to meet statutory and mandatory requirements.
7. Liaise with planning teams, local building control, and fire authorities in the specification of fire precautions in new and existing premises.
8. You will be required to attend external training courses and CPD seminars to supplement and enhance your knowledge to ensure that you are aware of the latest developments in Fire Safety.
Ideal Candidate:
1. Knowledge of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and HTM 05-02.
2. Several years' experience in fire safety.
3. Experience of preparing and delivering training courses, also working across organisational boundaries to improve standards.
4. Extensive knowledge and experience of undertaking and reviewing fire risk assessments within a healthcare environment.
5. Proven track record of undertaking fire safety audits and conducting investigations.
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