The post holder will support in line with HTM05:01 fire safety management structure Fire Safety Advisors. Responsibilities include reviewing and improving the Trust's fire policies and contributing to the development, maintenance, and implementation of robust and effective fire safety protocols, procedures, and action plans. The post holder will provide expert fire safety advice to the Trust's Capital Planning / Estates Management teams and 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.
The post holder will undertake fire risk assessments across all Trust sites, disseminate significant findings, and produce and monitor an effective action plan as necessary in line with current legislation and guidance. They will formulate, approve, and deliver programmes of fire safety training to all staff to meet statutory and mandatory requirements. The post holder will support the Head of Health & Safety and Fire Safety in developing the implementation of service changes and formulation of governance and assurance procedures, such as Trust committees and reports, to ensure Trust compliance with statutory and mandatory requirements. The post holder will liaise with Emergency Planning and Trust representatives, as well as external organisations to develop, implement, and review the organisation's fire emergency plan.
The post holder will know the limits of their capabilities and when necessary, seek specialist advice from the Trust Authorising Engineer (Fire). They will advise and assist the Head of H&S and Fire Safety in interpreting current and future government legislation, NHS Firecode suite of documents, and other official guidance regarding fire safety in NHS premises. The post holder will carry out safety audits with other members of staff and contribute to periodic authoritative reports to management concerning the condition of fire precautions in the Trust premises.
Responsibilities also include identifying and assessing fire risks in Trust premises and assisting with reports to management recommending prioritised actions in respect of fire safety improvements. The post holder will liaise with planning teams, local building control, and fire authorities in the specification of fire precautions in new and existing premises. They will manage and supervise adequate provision, location, and effective maintenance of all firefighting equipment, fire safety signs, notices, etc. The post holder will investigate fires occurring in Trust premises in conjunction with the local fire and police authorities and ensure that fire reports are prepared and forwarded.
Additionally, the post holder will share responsibility with the Head of Health & Safety and Fire Safety in liaising with the Estates Department to ensure that contractors working on Trust premises take effective steps to ensure that their activities do not subvert fire precautions in existing premises. They will undertake the training of staff in fire safety and evacuation training and record the relevant data for subsequent reports to relevant Groups or Committees. The post holder will manage and oversee the training schedules of fire wardens and the Hospital Fire teams and identify their training needs. They will undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post as may be required by the Trust Management Team.
The post holder will coordinate and assist the Head of H&S and Fire Safety to compile Estates Return Information. They will act on the issue of any NHS Estates Alerts which may affect the fire safety of the Trust premises. The appointed post holder may be required to attend external training courses and CPD seminars to supplement and enhance their knowledge to ensure that they are aware of the latest developments in Fire Safety. They will carry out DATIX reports for fire-related incidents in conjunction with the Trust's DATIX system.
Improving Diversity and Inclusive Recruitment: As part of the Trust's aim to improve diversity across the Trust, positive action is being taken, and all applications for this post from BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ candidates can request to be considered under an expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum criteria as specified in the person specification for this role. Applicants will be prompted in the application form to declare if they wish to be considered under this expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme, and their response would be visible to the Shortlisting Panel. If you have any queries about the expanded Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please contact Rob Saunders (HR Manager - Recruitment) in confidence via email.
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