The University Fire Safety Officer is responsible for

  1. advising on fire issues relating to building structure and fabric, services, alterations and maintenance
  2. advising on new build fire safety requirements
  3. co-ordinating and monitoring the University’s programme of fire risk assessments.
  4. liaising with the Fire Brigade and Authorities involved in fire safety
  5. advising on fire issues relating to the day to day activities of occupants of Halls of Residence
  6. giving advice and guidance on fire safety relating to disabled persons evacuation and compliance with Equality Act requirements, and the provision and maintenance of evacuation chairs and other aids
  7. advising University committees on fire safety issues relating to the above
  8. giving advice and monitoring how incidents involving fire and fire alarm activations are investigated to identify problems and advise on corrective actions, and reporting these to FSAG
  9. general day to day monitoring of fire precautions
  10. preparing annual reports on issues relating to fire safety and the University
  11. liaising with other managers and staff on fire safety issues
  12. representing the University on fire safety issues and facilitating cooperation with other employers where 2 or more occupy the same premises
  13. monitoring and mitigation of unwanted fire alarm activations.