safety-tip

A practical task for this week: review your emergency evacuation plan. Under the RRO 2005, the Responsible Person must ensure that procedures are effective and everyone on the premises can safely escape. Don’t just file a document away—walk the route yourself. Check that final exit doors open easily, escape routes are clear of obstructions, and emergency lighting works. If you share your building with other businesses, coordinate your plans to avoid confusion. PAS 79-1 suggests testing these assumptions regularly, not just on paper. Ensuring a clear path to safety is a simple but vital step in compliance. General guidance, not formal legal advice — book a HawkSwift assessment for your premises.