Risk Assessment - kmc.ac.uk · Risk Assessment master – basic #1 Risk Assessment Ref. No. Department Task/area/activity being assessed Date of assessment Name of assessor/s Kingston

Risk Assessment master – basic #1

Risk Assessment

Ref. No. Department Task/area/activity being assessed Date of assessment Name of assessor/s

Kingston

Maurward Park

Public Areas Outside Park inc. Garden & Lakeside 11/9/18 Laura Chatton

Explanatory notes: Paths become very muddy during wet weather and increase the risks of slips, trips and falls.

Some walk ways, building entrances and hygiene facilities are not usually faced with such a high footfall of visitors in

one day - high presence of staff and students are made available as a result and the park adopts the radio. Large

areas of water with no barriers – children and vulnerable individuals must be carefully supervised and warnings

given.

Signature of assessor/s

Approval of WAM / Section Lead

Location: Address / OS Grid Reference: Animal Park & Gardens Kingston Maurward college Dorchester Dorset DT2 8PY. SY715910

Nearest hospital / A&E: Dorset country hospital, Bridport road, Dorchester

Mobile Phone Reception (Good/Bad): Good

Description of Hazard Potential Harm ie who might be harmed and how

Existing controls Are these

enough?

Further Prevention and controls to reduce

Risk

Bio hazards

Zoonotic diseases

Staff, students, traders

and visitors.

infectious and parasitic

diseases from wild

animals

Signs are posted around the park to

make the public aware of the

importance of washing hands. Visitor

and groups reminded. Gloves provided if

necessary. Equipment used wherever

possible.

Yes

Visitor behaviour &

Safeguarding


and visitors.

Ensure that instruction given is clear and

complete and inexperienced individuals

No More training with dealing with different

behaviours / public situations.


Injuries to

others/themselves

are supervised constantly. Trained staff

to deal with all types of behaviour and

follow the Kingston Maurward security

procedure. Support from other

members of staff. If the public are found

to be behaving dangerously, they may

be asked to leave the campus. All staff

DBS checked and trained in

Safeguarding. All visitors wearing

lanyards and visitors to AP issued

tickets. All public monitored.

Work equipment


and visitors. Injury from

moving parts of

equipment or

unbalanced equipment

Checks are made on all equipment daily.

Everyone is trained on how to use all

equipment. Equipment is cleaned and

put away when not in use.

yes

Slips, trips and falls

Anyone in the park &

gardens i.e. staff,

students, visitors or

traders.

Being aware of the area, warning every

one of the dangers. Providing a map of

the Gardens to all visitors which

highlight flatter routes. Staff must avoid

working in particularly risky areas alone.

Wearing appropriate footwear. Closing

the park to visitors when particularly

muddy/slippy.

Yes

Falling Objects e.g. tree

branches

Anyone in the park i.e.

staff, students, traders &

visitors

In high winds the park is closed if

considered dangerous. The trees have

been surveyed and are regularly

checked.

No Some trees need to be braced or cut to make them

more safe

Falling from heights

Visitors climbing

walls/trees

All visitors advised not to climb on

unsuitable objects. Groups supervised

by trained staff.

Yes


Falling in the lake

Anyone working near

the water

Drowning / consumption

of unclean water

All visitors advised not to stand too

close to edge of water. Groups

supervised by trained staff. Exact

direction given.

Yes

Allergic Reaction to stings

/ bites

Anyone with a relevant

allergy

Allergic reaction/shock

Individuals/parents/teachers have

relevant information and visitors

expected to carry relevant medication.

Individuals with severe allergies given

PPE or activity altered so no danger of

contact

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?

Risk assessment review 1st review 2nd review 3rd review 4th review

Name of reviewer:

Signature of reviewer:

Date of review:

Further Control Measures, Procedures and References to Industry/HSE Guidance (if required):


Risk Assessment


Animal

Conservation &

Welfare

Public Areas (non-enclosed areas): Paths, play area, picnic

areas, contact with animals

11/09/18 Laura Chatton

Explanatory notes: Paths become very muddy during bad weather and increase the risks of slips, trips and falls.

Members of the public are able to make contact with the animals over fences and often have food. The play area

equipment is high off the ground.



Location: Address / OS Grid Reference: Animal Park Kingston Maurward college Dorchester Dorset DT2 8PY. SY715910





enough?


Risk

Injury from animal

Anyone making contact

with the animal: staff,

students, public &

outside contractors e.g.

vets

Ensuring appropriate signage is present

and clear warning every one of any

animals which may bite or become

aggressive. Animals are monitored to

watch for signs of aggressive or

defensive behaviour and if they appear

agitated, they are left alone. Extra

Yes


barriers e.g. electric fences are erected

as necessary for any particularly

aggressive or risky animals.

Bio hazards

Zoonotic diseases

Staff, students and

visitors.


diseases from animals

Keeping the work areas clean. Signs are

posted around the park to make the

public aware of the importance of

washing hands.

Yes

Visitor behaviour &

Safeguarding


and visitors.

Injuries to

others/themselves









be asked to leave the campus. All staff

DBS checked and trained in

Safeguarding. All visitors wearing

lanyards and visitors to AP issued

tickets. All public monitored.

No More training with dealing with different

behaviours / public situations.

Work equipment

Staff, students , visitors

Injury from moving parts

of equipment or






yes

Manual Handling

Staff, students and

visitors.

Injures to back or limbs

through manual handling

Advising individuals on how to correctly

lift heavy items or handle animals. Staff

MH trained. Ensuring no equipment is

left in the way of the public.

Yes



staff, students & visitors


one of the dangers. Avoid working in

particularly risky areas. Wearing

Yes


appropriate footwear. Closing the park

when particularly muddy/slippy.

Falling Objects e.g. tree

branches


staff, students & visitors

In high winds the park is closed if

considered dangerous. The trees have

been surveyed and are regularly

checked.

No Some trees need to be braced or cut to make them

more safe

Falling from heights

Anyone using the play

equipment

Signs are in place to advise parents that

children should be supervised. The

ground beneath the play equipment is

maintained with soft substrate to

ensure a fall would be better-cushioned

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park

Birds of Prey Demonstrations (flying) and handling incl.

experiences


Explanatory notes: Birds of prey are natural hunters, have sharp beaks and talons. When trained they show little

interest in public members but if spooked or feeling threatened they may strike out.

Birds are also trained within close proximity of public members during ‘experiences’ when they are encouraged to

land on a gloved hand. Public are always made aware of the hazards and undertake these ‘experiences’ at their own

risk.








enough?


Risk

Injury from animal



students, public &


vets

Birds and public under close supervision

of knowledgeable staff. Ensuring

appropriate signage is present and clear

warnings given of the birds’ potential to

injure. Animals are monitored to watch

for signs of aggressive or defensive

behaviour and if they appear agitated,

Yes


Injury from birds flying


and visitors. Hawk flying

toward individual –

injury from impact,

talons or beaks.

they are taken away. Extra barriers e.g.

fences are erected to prevent any

unsupervised contact.

Cordoned off fly zone of minimum of 30

x 30metres. Hawks trained and familiar

with fly zone prior to event. Trained

staff supervising. Hawks only flown in

appropriate weather conditions.

Yes

Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases (inc.

Salmonella risk from raw

meat)


and visitors.




posted around to make the public aware

of the importance of washing hands.

Animals’ health checked regularly and

visitors instructed to wash their hands

after being in contact with animals. No

member of public is encouraged to hold

or touch raw meat.

Yes

People /

Student behaviour


and visitors.

Injuries to

others/themselves









be asked to leave the campus. Every

situation judged independently.

Yes

Work equipment



moving parts of

equipment or






yes


Manual Handling


and visitors. Injuries to

back or limbs through

manual handling





Yes



gardens i.e. staff,


traders.








muddy/slippy.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


004

Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park

All interaction with guinea pigs 11/9/18 Laura Chatton

Explanatory notes: Animals can be unpredictable however all staff have knowledge of how to interact and approach

the animals.

Guinea pigs are able to bite or scratch in some circumstances, and their hair may cause an allergic reaction.








enough?


Risk

Injury from animal

(biting/scratching)



students, public &


vets

Animals and public under close

supervision of knowledgeable staff.


and clear warnings given of the guinea

pigs’ potential to injure. Animals are

monitored to watch for signs of

aggressive, defensive or fearful

Yes


Injury during activity

(guinea pigs

‘fishing’/handling)

Staff, students and

visitors.

Guinea pigs may bite or

scratch when handled.

Bamboo ‘fishing’ rods

could cause injury

through hitting/stabbing


they are not handled.

Cordoned off activity zone which

controls number of people in area.

Number of participants closely

controlled and all safety procedures

explained to each participant: do not go

near guinea pigs mouth; carry bamboo

rods vertically and be aware of those

around you. Guinea pigs held on

wooden trays to prevent scratching

/running off. Trained staff supervising.

Only certain guinea pigs used during

handling to ensure they are held calm.

Yes

Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases


and visitors.








after being in contact with animals.

Yes

Allergies Staff, students,

contractors, public

Allergic reaction

Advise that if they have allergies, not to

touch/come too close. Reliance on own

knowledge of allergy severity and

medication. Training/knowledge of staff.

Yes

Human behaviour

Staff, students,

contractors and visitors.

Injuries to

others/themselves








Yes



be asked to leave the park.

Work equipment

Staff, students,


Injury from misuse or

faulty equipment


Public directed as to how to use

bamboo rods (See above).




Yes

Manual Handling




manual handling





Yes



gardens i.e. staff,


traders.








muddy/slippery.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


006

Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park

All interaction with / in proximity of Shetland Ponies 11/9/18 Laura Chatton


the animals.

Shetland ponies are able to kick, bite and knock over small children. They are in close proximity to students and staff

when cleaning them / leading them, and the ponies will also come into contact with the public during activities such

as pony grooming.








enough?


Risk

Injury from animal

(kicking/biting/charging/crushing/

trampling)



students, public &


vets


supervision of knowledgable staff.

Students should be wearing hard

hats. Ensuring appropriate signage is

present and clear warnings given of

the ponies’ potential to injure.

Animals are monitored to watch for

Yes


Injury during pony grooming

activity and movement

(kicking/biting/trampling)

Staff, students and

visitors. Pony may kick,

bite, stand on feet or

knock over small

children

signs of aggressive or defensive

behaviour and if they appear

agitated, individual should remove

themselves from the area until

animal has calmed and support is

given. Extra barriers e.g. fences are

erected to prevent any unsupervised

contact.

Cordoned off activity zone which

controls number of people in area.

Number of participants closely

controlled and all safety procedures

explained to each participant: do not

stand / walk closely behind pony;

groom only the body; be gentle, calm

and controlled around pony. Those

moving ponies to be trained and

aware of surroundings. Public

advised to stay back. Preferably an

extra body to walk in front/direct

public. Ponies familiar with activity

set up and the same pony is not used

two days in a row. Trained staff

supervising. Ponies only involved in

activity in appropriate weather

conditions.

Yes

Pony ‘escape’ Staff, students, traders

and visitors.

Trampling/kicking/biting

Staff trained in escape procedures

though use of ‘drills’.

If pony is spooked and runs from its

handler, staff should make all efforts

to direct public to a safe areas. Gates

should be closed as soon as possible

Yes.


to contain animal and trained staff

member to calm and capture pony as

quickly as possible

If pony goes beyond the confines of

the park, security should be alerted,

public warned to remain in safe

areas and not to approach animal,

and trained staff should be called to

block all possible exits.

Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases


and visitors.



Keeping the work areas clean. Signs

are posted around to make the

public aware of the importance of

washing hands. Animals’ health

checked regularly and visitors

instructed to wash their hands after

being in contact with animals.

Yes

Allergies Staff, students,

contractors, public

Allergic reaction

Advise that if they have allergies, not

to touch/come too close. Reliance

on own knowledge of allergy severity

and medication. Training/knowledge

of staff.

Yes

Human behaviour

Staff, students,


Injuries to

others/themselves

Ensure that instruction given is clear

and complete and inexperienced

individuals are supervised constantly.

Trained staff to deal with all types of

behaviour and follow the Kingston

Maurward security procedure.

Support from other members of

staff. If the public are found to be

behaving dangerously, they may be

asked to leave the park.

Yes


Work equipment

Staff, students,



faulty equipment

Checks are made on all equipment

daily.


equipment. Equipment is cleaned

and put away when not in use.

Yes

Manual Handling




manual handling

Advising individuals on how to

correctly lift heavy items or handle

animals. Staff MH trained. Ensuring

no equipment is left in the way of the

public.

Yes



gardens i.e. staff,


traders.

Being aware of the area, warning

every one of the dangers. Providing a

map of the Gardens to all visitors

which highlight flatter routes. Staff

must avoid working in particularly

risky areas alone. Wearing

appropriate footwear. Closing the

park to visitors when particularly

muddy/slippery.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


010

Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park / Farm

Visit to the Farm & Dairy 11/9/18 Laura Chatton


the animals. Floors can be slippery and farm machinery is present. Noise volume can also be high. Visits will be

judged on an individual basis.

Animals are able to bite / head butt / kick if too close.






Description of Hazard

Potential Harm ie who might be harmed and how


enough?

Further Prevention and

controls to reduce Risk

Injury from animal

(biting/head butting)

Anyone making contact with

the animal: staff, students,

public & outside contractors

e.g. vets

Animals and public under close supervision of knowledgeable

staff. Ensuring appropriate signage is present and clear

warnings given of the animals’ potential to injure. Animals are

monitored to watch for signs of aggressive, defensive or

fearful behaviour and if they appear agitated, public are

advised to stay back. Number of participants closely

controlled and all safety procedures explained to each

participant: hold hands flat (Sheep/goats) or throw food in

(pigs), do not lean over fence in case of head butting

Yes


Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases

(including from food

handled)

Staff, students, traders and

visitors.



Keeping the work areas clean. Signs are posted around to

make the public aware of the importance of washing hands.

Animals’ health checked regularly and visitors instructed to

wash their hands after being in contact with animals. Public

advised not to eat any food given to them to feed the

animals.

Yes

Allergies (including

from food)

Staff, students, contractors,

public

Allergic reaction

Advise that if they have allergies, not to touch/come too

close. Reliance on own knowledge of allergy severity and


Public advised not to eat any food given to them to feed the

animals.

Yes

Human behaviour

Staff, students, contractors

and visitors.

Injuries to others/themselves

Ensure that instruction given is clear and complete and

inexperienced individuals are supervised constantly. Trained

staff to deal with all types of behaviour and follow the

Kingston Maurward security procedure. Support from other

members of staff. If the public are found to be behaving

dangerously, they may be asked to leave the farm.

no More training with dealing

with different behaviours /

public situations.

Work equipment

Staff, students, contractors


misuse or faulty equipment


Everyone is trained on how to use all equipment. Equipment

is cleaned and put away when not in use.

yes

Manual Handling


visitors. Injuries to back or

limbs through manual

handling

Advising individuals on how to correctly lift heavy items or

handle animals. Staff MH trained. Ensuring no equipment is


Yes


Anyone in the farm i.e. staff,

students, visitors or traders.

Being aware of the area, warning every one of the dangers.

Staff must avoid working in particularly risky areas alone.

Wearing appropriate footwear.

Yes


Farm Machinery on

Road


visitors. Injury from traffic

collision –

tractors/cars/animals

High-vis vests worn and road-safety adhered to at all times. Yes

Falling hay/straw

bales


visitors. Injury from materials

falling from height and

crushing

Area where bales contained not entered. Only approached by

trained farm hand.

Yes

Low Light Conditions


visitors. Injuries to self, due to

poor visibility

High-vis vests worn and available artificial lighting used. Farm

will be exited below low-light makes it impossible to see.

Yes

Noise Volume


visitors. Injuries to self, due to

high noise levels

Every visit judged on an individual basis; if deemed too loud

and dangerous, tour will not take place.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


001

Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park

Animal feeding by the public 11/9/18 Laura Chatton


the animals.

Animals are able to bite / head butt public if too close.








enough?


Risk

Injury from animal

(biting/head butting)



students, public &


vets




and clear warnings given of the animals’

potential to injure. Animals are



Yes



public are advised to stay back. Number

of participants closely controlled and all

safety procedures explained to each

participant: hold hands flat

(Sheep/goats) or throw food in (pigs), do

not lean over fence in case of head

butting

Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases


handled)


and visitors.









Public advised not to eat any food given

to them to feed the animals.

Yes

Allergies (including from

food)

Staff, students,

contractors, public

Allergic reaction







Yes

Human behaviour

Staff, students,


Injuries to

others/themselves










Yes


Work equipment

Staff, students,



faulty equipment







Yes

Manual Handling




manual handling





Yes



gardens i.e. staff,


traders.








muddy/slippery.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


Kingston

Maurward Animal

Park

Escaped animal procedure ONSITE including livestock, birds,

poultry, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs


Explanatory notes: Safety of public, staff and students is key, however animals should be contained as efficiently as

possible.








enough?


Risk

Injury from animal



students, public &


vets




and clear warnings given of the animals’

potential to injure. Animals are



Yes



public are advised to stay back. Number

of participants closely controlled and all

safety procedures explained to each

participant: hold hands flat

(Sheep/goats) or throw food in (pigs), do

not lean over fence in case of head

butting

Bio hazards /

Zoonotic diseases


handled)


and visitors.











Yes

Allergies (including from

food)

Staff, students,

contractors, public

Allergic reaction







Yes

Human behaviour

Staff, students,


Injuries to

others/themselves










Yes


Work equipment

Staff, students,



faulty equipment







yes

Manual Handling




manual handling





Yes



gardens i.e. staff,


traders.








muddy/slippery.

Yes

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



Risk Assessment


183#001

HORTIC Gardens and Plants 11/9/18

Laura Chatton

Explanatory notes:

The grounds are extensive, and it would be in everyone’s interest to make known to colleagues the areas in which

you will be working with students

A site specific or local risk assessment and recording of control measures must be read and understood by each person working

in the grounds.

Hazards and the associated operations must be made known to students, and the risks to themselves and others when using

tools and equipment within the grounds must be repeated



Location: Address / OS Grid Reference: SY 71566 91053

Nearest hospital / A&E: DORCHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL

Mobile Phone Reception (Good/Bad): Bad


Existing controls

Are

these

enough?

Further Prevention and controls to reduce risk

Monitoring requirements

WORKING IN THE PUBLIC AREAS OF THE GARDENS

Tripping, falling over tools and materials causing bodily damage to Students, members of the public and staff

Safety cones, hazard warning signs and barrier tape in areas where work is being carried out, working instruction and constant checking. Body, hand, foot, and eye protection, Hi Viz jackets when working around road systems and traffic safety by person directing traffic

Yes

USING NON POWERED HAND TOOLS,

Manual handling, lifting, twisting, bending, pushing and pulling

Body, hand, foot & eye protection and Instruction given with warnings on possible

yes


EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS e.g. rolls of turf

causing strains and sprains muscular and skeletal damage to the operator

damages. Take regular breaks during continuous bending & lifting activities.

EXPOSURE TO DISEASE AND INFECTION

Animal excretions and toxic plant material; Toxicariasis from dog faeces; Leptospirosis from rat urine; Lymes disease from tick bites; Plant photosensitivity e.g. Hog weed sap, Stings from Bee/wasp nest sites. Legionnaires disease from compost; to staff, students and members of the public

Body, hand and foot protection .Instruction given with warnings on possible damages

yes

DROWNING

Staff, students under our care could fall in the lake and drown

Buoyancy aids, safe working practices, awareness and training

yes

WEATHER

Slipping, falling & sprains due to wet conditions, sunburn , dehydration, hypothermia, particles in eyes

Appropriate clothing (inc hats), adequate fluids, personal sun cream use advised, regular breaks and limit duration of activity

CONTACT WITH WATER

Anyone using water supply could be at risk of contracting water borne diseases such as legionnaires disease

Regular checks to water hygiene by contractors. Make staff & students aware of the impact of using water incorrectly.. Ensure hands are washed in clean water before eating etc.

yes

ALLERGIES Anyone with a relevant

allergy

Individuals/parents/teachers have relevant

information and visitors expected to carry

Yes


Allergic reaction/shock relevant medication. Areas avoided as

necessary.

Individuals with severe allergies given PPE or activity altered so no danger of contact

How will this risk

assessment be

communicated to

staff / students /

others?

Stored on the

shared drive for

staff to access. All

students to be

advised of

content of Risk

Assessment at

beginning of each

teaching session


Name of reviewer:


Date of review:



FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

Name of employer (responsible

person/duty holder/occupier/owner)

Employer – Luke Rake (Principal)

Name of assessor (s) Contact details Job title

Matt Horton X 031 Fire Officer/premises & Estates Manager

Steve Gamble X 220 Health & Safety Manager

Date of Assessment 23 May 2018 Date of Review May 2019

Premises Details

Building

Name

Visitor Centre

Address Kingston Maurward College

Dorchester Dorset

DT2 8PY

Description The building comprises a single storey purpose built structure which provides a small shop, toilets and store.

The structure is of load bearing masonry with a pitched roof.

Use Reception and shop area for visitors to the Animal park, area includes a small porta

cabin and seating area within the shop area.

Occupancy

Times premises are in use: 0800 to 1700

Total number of persons resident within the

premises at any one time: Up to 4 Staff

Size

Building footprint (Metres x Metres): 163m2

Number of floors: 1

Number of Stairs: 0


Total Number of persons who may resort to

the premises at any one time: up to 30 Staff /

Visitors

Step 1 – Identify Hazards

Sources of ignition e.g. naked flames, smoking, mechanical sparks, electrical (inc. multi-point adaptors), hot works, portable heaters

Hazard Steps taken to remove/reduce hazard

Fixed and portable

Electrical Equipment

including kitchen area,

area is heated by electric

fan blowers

PAT testing.

Staff check for faults, .e.g. damaged sockets/cables

Fixed wiring testing, thermographic survey.

Premises inspection and cleaning and maintenance regimes.

Fire alarm and evacuation testing

Compliant furniture (fire safety)

Arson Premises secured to restrict access. On site security team present.

CCTV as a deterrent is available around the area.

Smoking No smoking in the premises.

Personal electrical

equipment held within

the facility

Electrical Wiring testing.

Electrical policy in place.

PAT testing for personal electrical equipment.

Fuel Sources e.g. waste storage, cylinders, gas, housekeeping, flammable substances

Hazard Steps taken to remove/reduce hazard

Fixtures and

Furnishings

Fire resistant furniture provided by the college. No direct contact with

ignition sources.

Waste bins Office areas bins clear daily by cleaning staff.

Cleaning chemicals Currently cleaning chemicals are held in the separate area minimal

supplies only.

Flammable substances Shop contents most of which is flammable

Books / Folders / Paper Small amounts within the reception area – minimal risk.

Kitchen Porta cabin Kitchen type equipment including heated cabinets (all PAT tested)

Action Required? Yes (record at step 4) No


Step 2 – Identify People at Risk

People at Risk Why are they at risk? Measures in place to remove/reduce risk

Staff and Visitors General fire related risks Fire marshal training, site security team

always available. Risk will be minimal

due to the procedures in place for fire

detection and evacuation.

Disabled

staff/students/visitors or

poor mobility

Difficulty evacuating speedily PEEP’s procedure in place for at risk

students or staff (if needed). Visitors

are not catered for and we rely on

disabled persons having their own

assistance, note: Gated entry into and

out of the park is available


Step 3 – Evaluate risks of fire and assess existing fire safety measures

Evaluate risks of fire

Accidental e.g. smoking material, candles, toasters

Hazard Overall risk rating

low, med, high

Smoking – No smoking in the facility area Low

Electrical equipment. Equipment tested and full wiring checks completed Low

By act or omission e.g. incorrectly maintained elec equipment, waste being allowed to build up near heat source


low, med, high

Waste cleared on a daily basis to prevent build up to reduce fire loading Low

Deliberately e.g. arson


low, med, high

Arson – Security provision, CCTV in area, Restricted access, vigilance Low



Consider the effectiveness of existing fire precautions to manage identified hazards

A – Provision and protection of escape routes

Horizontal

1st Floor Three fire exits on the ground floor are available

2nd Floor N/A

Vertical

1st Floor N/A

2nd Floor N/A

B – Emergency Lighting (internal and external) Include maintenance/testing regime

System provided throughout, testing regime in place by company electrician

C – Emergency signage (e.g. running man signs, fire action notices)

Provided but needs changing to reflect new assembly point

D – Fire Detection & warning system e.g. smoke detectors. Include fire warning system details & maintenance/testing

regime

Fire Detection: Smoke detectors fitted throughout.

Fire warning system: Automated fire system with call points, sounders and sensors provided to L1

standard

E – Portable fire-fighting equipment Include maintenance/testing regime

Appropriate extinguishers provided throughout. Annual checks of all extinguishers by competent

persons (contractor).


F - Fire resisting doors, walls & partitions Are regular checks carried out?

Brick construction building, with porta cabin addition that is used for a canteen/shop area

G - Escape routes & exit doors Are daily checks of carried out?

Daily by staff / Fire Marshalls as they are used throughout the day by staff.

H - Location of all fire alarms, fire detection devices, fire call-points and fire-fighting equipment Where are records kept? Are they readily accessible? Adequate numbers available throughout the premises and tested on pre, planned maintenance

inspection regimes. See building plan

I – Policies/Procedures, staff training & drills

Management policies e.g. non-smoking policy, housekeeping policy, hot works policy, visitors policy

Smoking and Emergency procedures policies in place

Contractor management and permit to work procedure in place.

Fire policy

Term time evacuations

Staff training Including fire drill details

New staff have basic introduction to fire safety at induction.

Fire Marshall training.

Fire drills carried out regularly (each term).

Evacuation Plan in place, communicated to all staff and reviewed in last 12 months? e.g. what duties staff have

to perform to ensure all persons are evacuated, including any non-staff members such as client & visitors

Evacuation Plan in place. Assembly point is within the park area where visitors can be moved to safe

areas if needed, New signage to be provided for the assembly point and fire action notice.


Security measures to prevent arson

Low risk of arson in area generally. Campus is open plan, which limits security, but buildings and

stores are securely locked when not in use. CCTV in operation throughout campus and staff are alert

to suspicious intruders. Two way radio system and reactive security team.

J – Provision for disabled students, visitors and staff

Disabled staff will have a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) assessment. Visitors will not

have a PEEP but we rely on them having assistance in the event of emergency

K – Fire risk to or from neighbours

There is no immediate neighbours to the VC building that would be a concern through spread of fire.

L – Fire brigade access

Good access to the building. Nearest hydrant is adjacent to the Lodge house at the entrance to the

site or behind the Annex classrooms at the front of the main building


Step 4 – Record significant findings, assess and plan

Method for calling the fire service:

Specify:

If fire discovered:

Dial 999 and alert emergency services.

Alert reception re fire location.


PLAN OF PREMISES

Where applicable have you liaised with neighbours and other occupants of the building on fire safety

issues?


Yes / No

Details: N/A, no other occupants.

Are your fire-action notices complete and prominently displayed with copies provided to all

visitors/contractors?

Yes / No

Details:

Contractors provided with details of emergency arrangements by Premises & Estates Dept.

Significant finding Priority

L, M. H*

Details of remedial action (if any) Person

responsible

Completion

date & sign

Signage L Fire assembly point area sign to be

provided within the park area.

New fire action notice to be provided

Steve

Gamble

23/05/18

Plan L Provide layout plan for the building Matt Horton 23/05/18

Record overall assessment of risk – low, med or high

Low

Step 5 – Periodic Review

Review

date

Reviewed

by

Job role

Signature


Reason for

review

Outcome of review

Documents

Risk Assessment - kmc.ac.uk · Risk Assessment master – basic #1 Risk Assessment Ref. No. Department Task/area/activity being assessed Date of assessment Name of assessor/s Kingston