Key Responsibilities:

Review and improve the Trusts fire policies and contribute to the development, maintenance and implementation of robust and effective fire safety protocols, procedures and action plans.
Provide expert fire safety advice to the Trusts Capital Planning / Estates Management teams.
Work with all members of the Trust to ensure a safe and healthy environment (fire) for the Trust to meet its responsibilities under the Health and Social Care (H&SC) Act 2008 and to meet the standards of the Code of Practice, which encompasses the H&SC Act; Regulation 12 Safe Treatment and Care and Regulation 15 Premises and Equipment.
Provide and receive complex information regarding fire safety legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTMs and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust.
Undertake fire risk assessments across all Trust sites; disseminate significant findings produce and monitor an effective action plan as necessary in line with current legislation and guidance.
Formulate, approve and deliver of programmes of Fire safety training to all staff to meet statutory and mandatory requirements.
Liaise with planning teams, local building control and fire authorities in the specification of fire precautions in new and existing premises.
You will be required to attend external training courses and CPD seminars to supplement and enhance their knowledge to ensure that they are aware of the latest developments in Fire Safety.

Ideal Candidate:

Knowledge of The Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order 2005 and HTM 05-02;
Several years’ experience in fire safety;
Experience of preparing and delivering training courses, also working across organisational boundaries to improve standards;
Extensive knowledge and experience of undertaking and reviewing fire risk assessments within a healthcare environment;
Proven track record of undertaking fire safety audits and conducting investigations related.

If you are interested in the role, please contact Donna Larder on 07805 349 152 or send your CV to donna.larder@finegreen.co.uk

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