HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
NOTE TO ALL EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTARY HELPERS, LONE WORKERS AND CONTRACTORS
The success of this policy will depend on your co-operation. It is therefore important that you read this document carefully and understand your role and the overall arrangements for health and safety.
SECTION A
GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY Our policy, so far as is reasonably practicable, is to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions, equipment and systems of work for all our employees, casual labour and voluntary helpers, and to provide such information, training and supervision as they need to this purpose.
We will also endeavour to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of all members of the congregation, contractors, visitors and others who may visit the church, churchyard and any associated buildings.
The allocation of duties for safety matters and the particular arrangements which we will make to implement the policy are set out below.
The policy will be kept up to date, particularly in the light of any changes to our buildings or activities. To ensure this, the policy and the way in which it has operated will be reviewed regularly and the appropriate changes made.
To ensure that health and safety matters are kept constantly under review, an item on health and safety will be on the agenda for all meetings of the Parochial Church Council, and employees and voluntary workers will be consulted on a regular basis in order to seek their views on health and safety matters.
Signed: …Jacqueline M Doyle-Brett…….. ……………Priest in Charge
Date: ………..April 2021……………………………………………..
SECTION B
ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility of the Incumbent
Overall responsibility for health and safety is that of the Incumbent, in practice this is delegated to the Churchwardens.
- Responsibility of the Parochial Church Council
The Churchwardens and Parochial Church Council have general responsibility to ensure that the health and safety policy is implemented. The Responsible Persons are the Wardens. The PCC can alter this appointment.
- The Responsibility of the Health and Safety Officer (the-Responsible Person) shall be to:
- be familiar with Health and Safety Regulations as far as they concern church premises,
- be familiar with the health and safety policy and arrangements and ensure they are observed,
- ensure so far as is reasonably practicable, that safe systems of work are in place,
- ensure the church and hall, if applicable, are clean and tidy,
- ensure the churchyard is properly maintained including the safety of monuments, tombstones and trees,
- ensure that safety equipment and clothing is provided and used by all personnel where this is required,
- ensure that all plant, equipment and tools are properly maintained and in good condition and that all operators have received the appropriate training, and are competent in the use of equipment and safety clothing.
- ensure that adequate access and egress is maintained,
- ensure adequate fire-fighting equipment is available and maintained.
All employees and voluntary helpers have a responsibility to co-operate in the implementation of this health and safety policy and to take reasonable care of themselves and others whilst on church business or premises. For safety reasons two people should be present when working on the premises.
- Employees and voluntary workers must therefore:
- inform the Warden before commencing work and comply with safety rules, operating instructions and working procedures,
- use protective clothing and equipment when it is required,
- report any fault or defect in equipment immediately to the appropriate person,
- report all accidents (however minor), injuries, near misses or other potential safety hazards as soon as possible,
- not misuse anything provided in the interests of health and safety.
SECTION C
ARRANGEMENTS (Implementation of the Policy)
This section sets out our arrangements to minimise as far as is reasonably practicable risks to the health and safety of employees, voluntary workers, members of the congregation, visitors and contractors.
- ACCIDENTS AND FIRST AID
The First Aid boxes are located in (i) the kitchen of Church Cottage and (ii) on the sound cabinet under the tower These will be checked at least annually.
The accident book is located on the: Church tower notice board (inside the cupboard) and Cottage notice board. The book will be audited on an annual basis and signed to say it had been done.
All accidents and incidents must he entered in the accident book.
- GENERAL FIRE SAFETY
Our policy is to fulfil our obligations under the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1997 (as amended 1999). In order to achieve this, we undertake the following:
- An assessment of the fire risks in the church and associated buildings.
- A check that a fire can be detected in a reasonable time and that people can be warned.
- Check that people who may be in the building can get out safely.
- To provide suitable fire-fighting equipment.
- To ensure that there is a person present at each public gathering who is familiar with, and is responsible for the evacuation of the buildings in the event of an emergency.
- To ensure that the fire fighting equipment is in place and is serviceable, and that there is an annual maintenance contract in place with a reputable company
- ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1 At regular intervals plugs, cables and sockets will be inspected to ensure there are no loose connections, worn flexes or trailing leads. Any repairs needed will be carried out by a competent person.
2 Every five years, our fixed electrical system will be inspected and tested by a competent contractor who is a member of the NICEIC, ECA or other approved body. Any necessary remedial work will be carried out.
- At intervals of not more than five years our lightning conductor system will be examined and tested by a competent firm of engineers.
- All employees and voluntary workers must observe the following:
- i) Visually check all electrical equipment before use.
- ii) Report all faults immediately to the Responsible Person.
iii) Do not attempt to use or repair faulty equipment.
- iv) Electrical equipment should be switched off and disconnected when not in use for long periods.
- v) Flexible cables should be so positioned and so protected that they do not constitute a tripping hazard and are not subject to mechanical damage.
- GAS EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Our gas boilers and any other gas equipment is maintained and checked annually by a competent contractor who is a Gas Safe registered gas installer. Any necessary work required for safety is implemented immediately.
- HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Where at all possible, we have eliminated the use of hazardous substances. Where this is not possible, hazardous substances are locked away in a safe place and only used by persons with the appropriate experience. Personal Protective Equipment is used where appropriate.
Chemicals including domestic cleaners, paints, thinners, fuels and horticultural treatments will not be mixed except according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Chemicals including domestic cleaners, paints, thinners, fuels and horticultural treatments must be stored safely in clearly marked containers. Unmarked containers will be disposed of. An annual audit will be undertaken of these items to check compliance.
- SAFETY OF PLANT AND MACHINERY
- Employees and voluntary workers will only operate plant or machinery for which they are trained and authorised to use.
- Employees and voluntary workers must not ride on any parts of machinery not intended for that use.
- Machinery must be switched off before any adjustments are made.
- After carrying out maintenance and adjustments, all guards must be replaced before the machinery is used.
- Before using any item of plant or machinery, a check must be made to ensure it is in a safe working condition, correctly adjusted, and there are no loose nuts, bolts or other defects.
- The appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when operating any item of plant or machinery.
- Persons under the age of 18 may use hand tools only under adequate supervision and are not permitted to operate any power-driven item of plant or machinery.
- Ladders and step ladders must only be used when they can be safely secured. This may necessitate the use of ladder ties and a two-person operation.
- Any defect and damage found to any item of plant or machinery must be reported to The Responsible Person, and equipment put beyond use.
- All plant and machinery will be regularly maintained, and a record kept of maintenance actions and requirements.
- SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS (Condition of floors, steps and paths)
To reduce as far as is reasonably practicable the risk of slips, trips and falls, regular inspections will be made of all floors and stairs in the church and hall, and all paths and steps in the churchyard. Any defects will be reported, and remedial action carried out.
- LIGHTING
To ensure that the church is adequately lit, regular inspections will be carried out to ensure that all lights in the church, hall and churchyard are working and are replaced as necessary. The necessary safety precautions will be followed for replacing bulbs at high levels (see section 6 safety of plant and equipment: 8 & 9).
- WORKING AT HIGH LEVELS
Only approved contractors or competent volunteers must work at elevated levels subject to the necessary safety provisions and equipment being in place.
- PREPARATION OF FOOD
There is no preparation of food on the premises
- MANUAL HANDLING (Lifting, carrying and moving loads)
- Our policy is to minimise the need for manual handling as far as is reasonably practicable.
- Where it is not possible to avoid the need to move loads, we will carry out risk assessments and make use of lifting aids, including trolleys, lifts and hoists as far as possible. A sack barrow is available and stored in the top churchyard shed
Risk assessments will be undertaken on moving furniture
- HAZARDOUS BUILDINGS/GLAZING
- Our policy is to ensure that our buildings are safe and without risks to the health, safety and welfare of all who work in and use them. To achieve this, the buildings are regularly inspected and any defects noted are immediately reported and the procedures put in hand for repairs.
- Where necessary, temporary measures are taken to ensure that there is no risk of accident or injury until permanent repairs can be carried out.
- A check is made of all glazing in the buildings to ensure that any glass in windows below waist height and in doors and beside doors below shoulder height is of a safety material or is protected against breakage.
- CONTRACTORS
Anyone entering church premises for the purposes of carrying out work, other than an employee or voluntary worker of the church, will be regarded as a contractor. All contractors, including the self-employed, must abide by the following:
- Have their own health and safety policy (where required by law) and be able to provide a copy of the same.
- Produce evidence that they have appropriate public and employer’s liability insurance in place. A record of this evidence will be maintained.
- Comply with all the requirements of this health and safety policy and co-operate with the church officials in providing a safe place of work and a safe system of operation.
- Where plant and machinery is brought onto the church premises by contractors, they must be able to show where necessary that the equipment has been inspected and tested to ensure its safe operation.
- Contractors may only use sub-contractors or persons other than their own direct employees with the express permission of the church officials. However, responsibility will remain with the contractors.
- Contractors must provide for the responsible person(s) a method statement and risk assessment before any work commences. They must be updated if the circumstances of the job change.
- VOLUNTARY WORKERS
- A list of voluntary workers with recognised skills may be maintained.
- Smaller jobs not requiring a contractor will be assessed and allocated to volunteers with necessary skills.
- LONE WORKERS
Lone workers are not exempt from this policy. Work can only be carried out by a lone worker in approved areas where access is secure and safe. Working in other areas will require at least two persons.
Churchwardens April 2021
Revision date April 2024
Churchyard Headstone Policy
Wheldrake Churchyard
Headstone Policy
The PCC will place an advert in the parish news that the safety report has been done and that dangerous stones have been laid flat as a matter of urgency. It will then be up to the family to have them repaired.
If a stone is loose but still stable and being monitored then a note should be placed on the stone inviting contact to be made with the churchyard officer. If nothing is done and the stone becomes worse it should then be laid flat.
Only after a significant period of time should the PCC attempt to set these stones upright by sinking them into the ground. These recommendations only apply to the short modern stones.
The taller stones will be dealt with as most appropriate at the time. These stones are usually older and not tended, so do not present the same issues.
Approved at PCC meeting June 2010
Reviewed April 2021 next review due April 2024
Cottage Letting Agreement
Letting Terms of Agreement for hiring of the Church hall, known as Church Cottage
Health and safety
The PCC is responsible for health and safety in the building.
Other electrical items may not be brought in.
The PCC carries public liability insurance for use of the building as a meeting room or similar function. You must not run an activity on the premises outside this remit.
There is no smoking on the premises.
The PCC will not hire the building for gambling purposes.
The rooms must not exceed a capacity of 30 people.
Child protection
The PCC will not hire the premises to anyone running a children’s activity unless a child protection statement is provided. (Children’s parties run by parents are exempt from this requirement.)
Accident book
Hirers are required to complete details of any accident or incident occurring during their occupation of the premises which did or could give rise to injury, as soon as possible after the accident or incident but in any case before the premises are vacated by the hirers after the event. An accident book is provided on the premises to record details of any accident or injury.
First aid
A first aid kit is located in the kitchen.
Fire procedure
Hirers should be aware of the Fire Guidance Procedure which is posted on the notice board in the premises and highlights the location of fire-fighting equipment in the premises.
Heating
The temperature control is adjacent to the meter cupboard. Users can turn the heating system up or down using the arrow buttons. Please return the temperature to 5 degrees when leaving the cottage
Kitchen
It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure cleanliness and good hygiene at all times during their occupation of the premises. Hirers are to empty the waste bin in the kitchen into the outside bins located adjacent to the gate. Tea towels belonging to the Cottage if used are to be taken home to launder and return.
THE BOOKING AGREEMENT
Organisation name: ………………………………………………………………………………
Name of the person in charge: …………………………………………………………………
Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
Contact telephone number: …………………………………………………………………….
Brief details of the activity:………………..…………………………………………………….
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Date and times of the activity: …………………………………………………………………..
Requirements (if any): ……………………………………………………………………………….
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I have read this agreement and understand my responsibilities for hiring the Church Cottage:
Signature: ……………………………………………………
Name (Print): ……………………………………………..
Dated: ……………………………………………………….
Church Fire Risk Assessment
Name and address of ChurchSt Helens Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York YO19 6AW | |
Assessment undertaken by:Date: | Church WardensApril 2021 |
Area assessed | Nave |
Hazards/Risks/Persons(note here the existing situation) | |
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
Wooden FittingsWiring
Furnishings Electric Heating System |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned?(note details of any automatic fire detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) | No detectorsOpen to Public, large open space. Fire easily detected if anyone in the building. |
Can people in the building get out safely?(Note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Doors open 9.00am to dusk each day. Fire exit signs in place and emergency lighting. North and South doors open during service times |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (Note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (Note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice boardWardens and service stewards take control during an emergency |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (Note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (Note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | Review external lighting |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Churchwardens |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment – Vestry
Name and address of Church | St Helen’s Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York |
Assessment undertaken by:Date: | Church WardensApril 2021 |
Area Assessed | Vestry |
Hazards/Risks/persons(note here the existing situation) | |
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
Stored paper archivesWiring
Electric panel radiator |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned? (note details of any automatic fire detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) | No detectorsNon public,
locked area |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Accessible by Church personnel |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice boardWardens and service stewards take control during an emergency |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | Fit a smoke alarm |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens April 2021 |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment – Roof void
Name and address of Church | St Helen’s Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York |
Assessment undertaken by:Date: | Church WardensApril 2021 |
Area Assessed | Church Roof Void |
Hazards/Risks/persons(note here the existing situation) | Wooden roof frame |
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) | None |
What are the fire risks?(Note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
No flammable liquids stored hereWooden roof frame
Wiring |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned?(note details of any automatic fire
detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
No detectorsNon public, locked area |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape
routes, emergency lighting and signage) |
Accessible by Church personnel |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Accessible by Church personnel |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (Note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower | |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (Note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice boardWardens and service stewards take control during an emergency | |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (Note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training.) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel | |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (Note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None | |
What to do now | Implement the additional controls identified above and record this in the PCC minutes | |
Date controls implemented | Completed by | |
March 2007 | Church Wardens | |
Date of last review | Date due to review | |
April 2021 | April 2024 | |
Clock ChamberAssessment undertaken by: |
Church Wardens |
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Date: | April 2021 | |
Area Assessed | Clock chamber | |
Hazards/Risks/Persons(note here the existing situation) | ||
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
wiring | |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonabletime and people warned?
(note details of any automatic fire detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
No detectorsNon public, locked area | |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape
routes, emergency lighting and signage) |
Accessible by Church personnel | |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice boardWardens and service stewards take control during an emergency |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do nowImplement the additional controls identified above and record this in the PCC minutes | |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment
Name and address of Church | St Helen’s Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York |
Assessment undertaken by: | Church Wardens |
Area Assessed | Belfry |
Hazards/Risks/persons(note here the existing situation) | Wooden bell frame and internal fittings |
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) | None |
What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignitions sources and person at risk) |
No flammable liquids stored hereWooden Fittings
Wiring |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned?(note details of any automatic fire
detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
No detectorsNon public, locked area |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape
routes, emergency lighting and signage) |
Accessible by Church personnel |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice boardWardens and service stewards take control during an emergency |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | Implement the additional controls identified above and record this in the PCC minutes |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment
Name and address of Church | Church Cottage 79 Main Street, Wheldrake, York | |
Assessment undertaken by: | Church Wardens | |
Area Assessed | Church Cottage – downstairs | |
Hazards/Risks/persons(note here the existing situation) | ||
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
Soft furnishingsWiring
Gas supply to central heating boiler Kitchen electric cooker |
|
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned?(note details of any automatic fire
detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
Smoke detectors and heat detectors | |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Fire exit signs in place marking route out | |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water extinguisher upstairs and down |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on notice board |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel.
Hirers should sign an agreement that they understand the fire procedure, Cottage committee to implement |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | Implement the additional controls identified above and record this in the PCC minutes |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment
Name and address of Church | Church Cottage, 79 Main Street, Wheldrake, York | |
Assessment undertaken by: | Church Wardens | |
Area Assessed | Church Cottage – upstairs | |
Hazards/Risks/Persons(note here the existing situation) | ||
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
Soft furnishingsWiring | |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonable time and people warned?(note details of any automatic fire
detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
Smoke Detectors fitted | |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Fire exit signs in place marking route out | |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water extinguisher upstairs and down |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on notice board |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with ChubbPlan to do regular fire training with Church personnel Hirers should sign an agreement that they understand the fire procedure, Cottage committee to implement |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | Implement the additional controls identified above and record this in the PCC minutes |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens |
Date of last review | Date due to review |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Church Fire Risk Assessment
Name and address of Church | St Helen’s Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York |
Assessment undertaken by:Date: | Church WardensApril 2021 |
Area Assessed | Churchyard Sheds |
Hazards/Risks/Persons(note here the existing situation) | |
Additional Controls(note here the additional measures that are
needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level) |
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What are the fire risks?(note details of any flammable liquids,
combustible materials, ignition sources and persons at risk) |
Stored oil and petrol churchyard mower and strimmer. Flower arranging equipment |
Can a fire be detected in a reasonabletime and people warned?
(note details of any automatic fire detection system or other means by which a fire can be detected) |
No detectorsNon public, locked area |
Can people in the building get out safely?(note details of fire exit doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage) | Accessible by Church personnel |
Is there adequate fire-fighting equipment? (note details of existing fire extinguishers, hose reels etc) | Water and C02 extinguisher at base of tower and in the cottage |
Do people know what to do if there is a fire? (note details of any written evacuation procedures) | Written fire procedure on tower notice board |
Is a regular check made that fire-fighting equipment is in place, are people trained in its use and is it regularly maintained? (note details of existing procedures for checking and maintaining fire-equipment and training) | Fire equipment on a yearly maintenance plan with Chubb |
What effect would a fire have on our neighbours? (note risks of fire spreading to other premises) | None |
What to do now | |
Date controls implemented | Completed by |
March 2007 | Church Wardens |
Date of last review | Date due to be reviewed |
April 2021 | April 2024 |
Name and address of Church | |
St Helens Church, Church Lane, Wheldrake, York, YO19 6AW |