DRAYTON HALL & RECREATION GROUND TRUST

Fire Regulations & Recommendations

As the responsible person for the event/function, etc. you have legal duties with regards to the safety of those persons assisting or attending the event.

Before the event or function you should be aware of:-
  • what fire protection systems are present (extinguishers, alarm);
  • identification of escape routes and exits, how people can gain access to and through them;
  • specific arrangements, if necessary, for high fire-risk areas (eg: kitchen, if being used, which has a specialised extinguisher, and fire blanket);
  • how the fire and rescue service and any other necessary services will be called;
  • limitation on numbers of people (eg: for a large wedding or birthday party, etc):

Before the event or function you should decide:-
  • the arrangements for fighting fire;
  • the arrangements for the safe evacuation of people identified as being especially at risk, such as:- those with disabilities, children, etc;
  • who will be responsible for calling the fire and rescue services:

At the start of the event or function you should notify all those present about:
  • the smoking policy (ie: no smoking in the Hall);
  • location of emergency exits and escape routes;
  • if there should be an emergency, the need for people only taking valuables immediately to hand (ie: not risking taking other belongings):

During the event or function you should ensure that:
  • escape routes and exits do not become blocked;
  • the smoking policy is adhered to;
  • no naked flames are started (unless authorised, eg: candles);
  • where naked flames are present, (eg a birthday cake?)
    1. that combustible material is kept clear, and
    2. the flame(s) are extinguished if and when dancing starts;
  • rooms do not become overcrowded;
  • if necessary, the number of persons at the event is limited or controlled;
  • Children are NOT allowed in the kitchen during food preparation (due to the considerable danger of hot surfaces):

After the event or function you should ensure that:
  • the Hall has been fully secured;
  • and the key(s) have been returned as arranged during the booking process:
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