Scouting Ireland Fire Safety Guidelines
PRINCIPLES OF FIRE SAFETY The Principles of Fire Safety have been developed over time with the aim of protecting life. These principles are summarised as follows:
The management of fire safety
The avoidance of outbreaks of fire
Early detection of fire
Early warning to scouters to facilitate adequate response
Compartmentalisation of buildings and the provision of escape routes, which are protected from fire and smoke
Limiting the development and spread of fire
The containment of fire and smoke to the compartment where the fire originates
Early suppression of fire, where this is feasible
Effective evacuation procedures
Provision of access and facilities for the fire brigade
The maintenance of a fire safety register
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