Various activities are carried out at the plants. Fire audit is a mandatory procedure, since safety depends on it. How and by whom is it carried out? This is described in the article.
Who performs the procedure?
Fire safety audit is carried out by an independent third-party organization that has permission for this type of activity. It may also be a special subordinate structure. In large organizations with high risks of fires, their own inspection bodies are created. But often an independent fire safety audit by a third party is required.
Events can be conducted by appraisal companies accredited by the Russian Emergencies Ministry. By law, events are organized voluntarily by entrepreneurs. It serves as an alternative to verification by the state fire inspectorate, because for the period of the audit conclusion (3 years), scheduled inspections of the State Fire Inspection do not pass at the facility.
Benefits
Fire risk audit has the following advantages:
- The company independently pays for the audit, which makes the procedure independent. There is almost no protection against corruption during state inspections.
- The accreditation company is important for the appraisal company, so it tries to do the job efficiently. During the entire period of validity of the conclusion, the institution is responsible for the audited organization.
- The procedure is carried out within the time specified in the contract.
- Auditors do not punish, they provide recommendations and refer clients.
- At the end, a reliable detailed report will be provided, which will allow to form an idea of fire safety at the enterprise and problems.
- The risk of fire is reduced, and the damage is reduced when it occurs - the implementation of the recommendations of specialists can protect the company and its employees.
What is checked?
Fire audit allows you to check the safety of the facility. The event is carried out in relation to the following aspects:
- Documentation analysis. Specialists verify the literacy of paperwork, which is checked by the state inspection. If deficiencies are found, the specialist will tell you how to remove them. In total, the list includes about 30 documents. These include instructions, instruction books, declarations, orders, evacuation plans, inspection reports.
- Site inspection and equipment inspection. Specialists must identify the risks of fire, as well as its impact on people. Be sure to check the territory, heating system and ventilation, fire alarm, protective equipment, escape routes.
- Appointment of examinations and tests.
- Report creation. It is executed in 4 copies; certification by the signatures of all members of the commission and the director is necessary. At the end is stamped. Not later than 5 days later, a copy is sent to the Ministry of Emergencies.
- An action plan is being created. If during the procedure defects are discovered, specialists draw up a plan for their elimination.
If a fire audit is performed, then the risk of an emergency is reduced. It is only necessary to fulfill the requirements recommended by inspectors. A comprehensive check allows you to identify violations from all areas of the enterprise. After all, it is important to observe safety not only according to documents, but also in real production conditions.
Fire risk
A fire audit and an independent risk assessment are usually performed together. But they are carried out separately in several cases:
- for design and technical documents;
- if there is a violation of safety standards.
Fire risk is:
- permissible, documented;
- individual (for example, death of a person);
- social (the probability of death of several people).
During the event, risk is determined based on the facts received. The calculation is usually made as an appendix to the conclusion of the fire audit. As a result, the ratio of regulatory and individual risks is indicated.
Independent experts do not issue fines, they only create conclusions with recommendations on how to eliminate the revealed violations. That is why many enterprises order this particular procedure; moreover, verification of state bodies is not required with it.
Event Stages
To perform a fire audit, you need to go through the following steps:
- Select an organization that will provide these services. The market of companies is rich, but in order not to be mistaken, you should check for evidence of accreditation of the Ministry of Emergencies of the Russian Federation. Appraisers should be specially trained for the fire audit. An expert company cannot perform the procedure at its facilities or at enterprises where other activities were previously carried out.
- Filing an application, which is carried out by a personal visit to the office or via email. Helped in this and proxies. The application shall contain information about the leader and the person in charge, constituent documentation with its details, the name of the object and information about it.
- An agreement is concluded between the parties, which indicates the terms, price, settlement procedure, terms of cooperation. An algorithm for issuing an opinion is also indicated.
- Need to pay for services. It can be cashless or cash, it all depends on the terms of the contract.
- The audit firm needs to submit documentation describing the audited entity.
- Provide security related papers.
- It is important to establish a work schedule. It indicates the inspection of the enterprise, the formation of a package of documentation, calculation of risks. Be sure to include information on the preparation of the report, the delivery of work.
- An independent fire audit ends with a report-conclusion. The document does not have a clearly defined form. Its contents are indicated in the contract. The report includes information about the inspection company, the persons performing the procedure. Mandatory designation of the details of the contract, customer, data on the inspected objects. The fire safety assessment options, violations found and recommendations for fixing errors are recorded.
A fire audit is conducted in accordance with the rules of Government Decree 304.
Verification Results
If violations are found by the results of the event, then:
- recommendations are prepared to address the shortcomings;
- the manager must comply with these requirements;
- The audit is performed again.
If risks are discovered during an independent fire audit, then it is necessary to eliminate the specialist’s instructions within the time periods indicated in the document. This will prevent adverse situations in the workplace. If the audit was successful, then:
- safety compliance statement is provided;
- he is sent to the state fire service;
- this body will not carry out a scheduled audit.
Cost
Prices for services in each company may be different. The cost depends on:
- fire safety class of the facility;
- building heights;
- zoning of premises.
The average minimum price of the procedure is 30,000 rubles. Cost may vary by region.
Popular companies
1. LLC "Fire Safety Center".
This company specializes in fire safety services. Offices are located throughout the country. The company has accreditation, all the necessary documents. A clear site for customers is located on which there is a list of services. From the service you can submit an application, calculate the cost of work using the online calculator. The advantage is the lack of prepayment. Services are paid after signing the documentation confirming the completion of work.
2."Fire".
The company provides services for the design, installation, maintenance of fire extinguishing equipment and alarm systems. Specialists prepare fire audit documentation. Work is carried out efficiently and on time. Customers can count on low cost services, installments up to six months, as well as discounts, gifts and promotions.
3. "RosTechProject".
The company has been working in the field of integrated facility security for more than 5 years. During this time, more than 7 projects of varying complexity were completed. Specialists undergo regular training, confirming their experience and skills. Customers are offered quality audit services.
When choosing a company, it is necessary to check the availability of documentation that allows you to engage in this activity. Familiarity with customer reviews will also be useful.
Fire safety
Protecting the workspace, protecting the life and health of employees are important factors in the workplace. They depend on the level of fire safety at the enterprise. It is a pity that many leaders do not pay attention to this, creating the appearance of implementing recommendations and observing safety rules only when an emergency occurs.
The company should have evacuation plans, fire extinguishers, alarms. Moreover, they should be used not only for inspections, but also for the actual training of employees. Compliance with fire safety involves the complete readiness of the premises and employees in case of unforeseen situations.
Thus, fire safety is an important aspect in every production and in all organizations. An audit allows you to identify violations and to eliminate them in a timely manner. Compliance with safety rules will prevent many adverse situations.