There is a wise, old quotation, often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, that says, “Prevention is Better Than Cure”, a philosophy that highlights the wisdom of taking proactive steps to avoid problems before they arise, rather than waiting for them to manifest and then trying to fix them. Where Fire Safety is concerned, Prevention is ALWAYS better than cure, so discerning property owners in the Regency Spa Town of Cheltenham are ensuring their homes and businesses are properly protected from the potential outbreak of a Fire by having a thorough, Fire Risk Assessment Cheltenham carried out by a reputable, experienced, fire safety expert. This Team of consummate professionals will carry out a systematic evaluation of a property, identifying fire hazards, including ignition sources, potential fuel sources, and how easily a fire could spread, then determining who is likely to be present in the event of a fire, including employees, visitors, customers, and those with disabilities, so that an emergency escape plan can be drawn up and practised. By assessing the probability and severity of fire hazards and implementing measures to eliminate or reduce fire risks, this procedure goes a long way to the Prevention is better than Cure philosophy that concerned property owners in Cheltenham are investing in. Taking a Proactive not Reactive approach and not waiting until the worst has happened, (a fire has devastated a property) before deciding to take action.
Summary
This article argues that fire safety follows a ‘prevention is better than cure’ philosophy, encouraging Cheltenham property owners to commission a fire risk assessment. It explains this involves an evaluation identifying fire hazards, ignition and fuel sources, and how a fire could spread, alongside considering who might be present, including employees, visitors, customers and those with disabilities, so an emergency escape plan can be prepared.
Questions this article raises
- How does this Cheltenham-focused fire risk assessment differ from the general one covered elsewhere on this site?
- How often should the emergency escape plan actually be practised once it’s drawn up?
- What qualifies someone as a ‘reputable, experienced’ fire safety expert to carry out this assessment?
