Instructo Consulting offers a comprehensive range of consulting services for companies.
From providing advice about fire extinguishers in the workplace and the selection of suitable extinguishing agents, to planning, organizing and conducting evacuation drills, to assisting in the implementation of government regulations and fire insurance requirements.
Our offer:
- Management consulting
- Provision of an external fire safety officer
- Fire safety training
The most common causes of fires in Germany
A common misconception is that most fires are arson.
What is surprising, however, is that the statistics show that the most common cause of fire in Germany between 2002 and 2017 was due to electrical problems. This just goes to show how important it is to focus on fire prevention and electrical safety in order to prevent a significant amount of damage.
Billions in fire losses
In Germany, fires cause considerable economic losses over the course of a year. Most worryingly, every third industrial fire
causes damage in excess of 500,000 euros.
In spite of these alarming figures, many companies have only the bare minimum of investment in fire protection measures.
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Advising the management
Excerpt from Instructo Consulting’s consulting services in the field of fire protection:
- Inventory / Audit
- Assessment of workplace fire hazards
- Consulting on flammable operations and the use of flammable materials
- Fire and explosion hazard identification
- Preparation of operating procedures
- Advice on structural, technical and organizational fire protection measures
- Advice on equipping workplaces with fire extinguishers and selecting suitable extinguishing agents
- Review escape and rescue plans, fire department plans, alarm plans, etc. for currency and legal compliance
- Preparation of escape and rescue plans in accordance with legal requirements
- Advising on the planning, organization and execution of evacuation drills
- Advising managers on the preparation of regular fire safety instructions for employees
- Advice on safety markings for fire safety equipment and escape and rescue routes
- Advising on alternative measures in the event of failure and decommissioning of fire protection equipment
- Assistance in discussions with fire authorities and fire brigades, fire insurers, employers’ liability insurance associations, trade supervisory authorities, etc.
In addition, the need to appoint a fire safety officer may depend on various factors:
- Country specific regulatory requirements
- Building codes
- Insurance contracts
- Company size
- Number of employees
- Individual risk potential
Providing an External Fire Safety Officer
The duties of a fire safety officer are varied and responsible. It is up to you whether you choose to train and appoint one of your own employees as a fire safety officer or whether you appoint an experienced external fire safety expert. However, you, the employer, retain the final decision and responsibility for the fire safety measures taken.
Benefits of an External Fire Safety Officer
- No training costs
- No additional personnel costs (substitution policy)
- No unprofessional work for your own employees
- No time-consuming internal coordination and meetings
- No dangerous routine (objective view of the company)
- No conflict of interest
- Simple pricing instead of high internal fixed costs and risk of illness
- Cross-industry experience of Instructo Consulting experts
Fire protection instruction
Fire safety is an issue that needs to be taken very seriously in any type of business. Not only can fire cause significant property damage, but it can also endanger lives. Regular fire safety training for employees is therefore essential.
Good fire safety training creates an awareness of the potential dangers of fire and teaches the correct actions to take to prevent and fight a fire. Fire Safety Assistants and Special Evacuation Coordinators play a particularly important role.
Why Fire Safety Assistants are Critical:
Fire Safety Assistants are employees who are specially trained for emergencies. By operating fire extinguishers and organizing evacuations, they can act quickly and effectively in the event of a fire. Their presence can make the difference between a manageable incident and a catastrophe.
The Role of the Specialist Evacuation Coordinator:
In the event of a fire, the Special Evacuation Coordinator plays a central role in the safe evacuation of buildings. He or she plans and coordinates evacuation drills, monitors escape routes, and ensures that all employees have the information and training they need to do the right thing in an emergency.
Training Fire Safety Assistants and Specialized Evacuation Coordinators goes a long way toward improving operational safety and ensuring that every employee knows the right steps to take to protect themselves and others in the event of a fire.
An investment in fire safety training and the training of fire safety assistants and specialist evacuation coordinators not only pays dividends in terms of risk reduction, but also builds employee confidence in workplace safety. It’s an investment in the safety and well-being of everyone, and as such should be seen as a necessity.
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Based on an initial consultation and analysis of your current situation, we will be happy to provide you with a customized offer tailored to your business.
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