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Fire and emergency organisation that works when it matters

In an emergency every minute counts. It must be clear who raises the alarm, who helps and how everyone gets out safely. I help you organise responsibilities, procedures and precautions.

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Legal basis

Occupational Safety and Health Act

The employer takes measures for first aid, firefighting and evacuation and designates employees for these tasks (Section 10 ArbSchG).

Fire wardens

The number follows from the risk assessment. 5 % of employees is usually sufficient (ASR A2.2, No. 7.3). All employees receive fire safety instruction at least once a year (No. 7.2).

First aiders

With 2 to 20 insured persons present, one first aider is required. Above that, 5 % in administrative and retail businesses and 10 % in other businesses. Refresher training usually every two years (Section 26 DGUV Regulation 1).

Escape and rescue plan

Where the location, size and use of the workplace require it, an escape and rescue plan must be drawn up and practised at appropriate intervals (Section 4(4) ArbStättV, ASR A2.3).

How I support you

  • Fire wardens and first aiders

    Determine the number, including shifts and holidays, and organise training.

  • Alarm and emergency plan

    Who reports, who evacuates, who meets the fire brigade? Clearly defined.

  • Escape routes

    Signage, clear routes and an up-to-date escape and rescue plan.

  • Evacuation drill

    Plan, accompany and evaluate it, with concrete improvements.

  • Fire extinguishers and inspections

    Equipment and maintenance dates under control, such as maintenance every two years by a competent person (ASR A2.2, No. 7.4.2).

  • Instruction

    Clear explanation of fire safety and first aid.

Frequently asked questions about fire and emergency organisation

How many fire wardens do I need?

This follows from the risk assessment. According to ASR A2.2, 5 % of employees is usually sufficient. Consider shift work and absences.

How often must an evacuation drill take place?

“At appropriate intervals” (Section 4(4) ArbStättV). ASR A2.3 describes intervals of two to five years as proven in practice. Other regulations may require shorter intervals.

How many first aiders do I need?

With 2 to 20 insured persons present, one. With more than 20, 5 % in administration and retail and 10 % in other businesses (Section 26 DGUV Regulation 1).

Do you train first aiders or fire wardens yourself?

First aiders are trained by authorised bodies. I help you organise needs, dates and records, and I instruct your employees on what to do in an emergency.

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Is your company prepared for an emergency?

In the initial call we check what already works well and where the gaps are.

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