smoke detector (or other suitable fire detection system) installed in a suitable location on each separate level / floor of the property and there must be at least one carbon monoxide detector. An emergency drill programme must be in place with annual testing, or as determined by fire risk assessments. All new members of staff must have this as part of their induction programme. There must be a plan for accommodation of the dogs should the premises become uninhabitable. There must be a documented policy in place for dealing with emergencies, including extremes of temperature and weather conditions (both hot and cold). All electrical installations must be installed by appropriately qualified persons and maintained in a safe condition; and sited such that they do not present a risk. All equipment must be maintained in a good state of repair and serviced according to guidelines. manufacturer’s Conditions The plan must include details of the emergency measures to be taken for the extrication of the animals should the premises become uninhabitable and an emergency telephone list that includes the fire service and police. External doors and gates must be lockable. A designated key holder with access to all animal areas must at all times be within reasonable travel distance of the premises and available to attend in an emergency. Guidance In non-domestic settings, an emergency contact name / number must be displayed on the outside of the premises. A reasonable distance would, in normal conditions, be interpreted as no more than 30 minutes travelling time.
smoke detector (or other suitable fire detection system) installed in a suitable location on each separate level / floor of the property and there must be at least one carbon monoxide detector. An emergency drill programme must be in place with annual testing, or as determined by fire risk assessments. All new members of staff must have this as part of their induction programme. There must be a plan for accommodation of the dogs should the premises become uninhabitable. There must be a documented policy in place for dealing with emergencies, including extremes of temperature and weather conditions (both hot and cold). All electrical installations must be installed by appropriately qualified persons and maintained in a safe condition; and sited such that they do not present a risk. All equipment must be maintained in a good state of repair and serviced according to manufacturer’s guidelines. Conditions The plan must include details of the emergency measures to be taken for the extrication of the animals should the premises become uninhabitable and an emergency telephone list that includes the fire service and police. External doors and gates must be lockable. A designated key holder with access to all animal areas must at all times be within reasonable travel distance of the premises and available to attend in an emergency. Guidance In non-domestic settings, an emergency contact name / number must be displayed on the outside of the premises. A reasonable distance would, in normal conditions, be interpreted as no more than 30 minutes travelling time.
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