Emergency Evacuation Procedure

 

To ensure the safety of children and staff, we have implemented a comprehensive procedure for evacuating our premises in the event of an emergency. Regular evacuation drills will be conducted to familiarise the children and staff with the procedure and prevent alarm during an emergency.

 

The following measures are in place:

·        Our emergency evacuation procedures are prominently displayed within our premises.

·        New staff members, volunteers, and parents are provided with a detailed explanation of the evacuation procedures.

·        Evacuation drills are conducted every six weeks, and records of these drills are documented in our fire logbook.

 

If an emergency occurs, the following steps will be taken:

·        The smoke alarm will be activated to alert everyone.

·        Children will be calmly gathered, and the nearest and safest exit will be used for evacuation.

·        Attendance records for the day, contact numbers, and a mobile phone will be taken along during the evacuation.

·        The designated escape route will be through either the front or back door leading to the garden and car park, depending on which route is deemed safest. The keys to these doors will be always kept on a lanyard and under the supervision of the manager.

·        If evacuation is through the front door, we will assemble at a safe point away from the entrance.

·        If evacuation is through the back door, we will gather at a secure location away from the exit.

·        Emergency services will be contacted once we have safely left the premises, and we will follow their instructions.

·        Comfort and reassurance will be provided to the children throughout the evacuation process.

·        A safe place will be arranged for the children until their parents can collect them.

·        Re-entry to the building will only occur once the emergency services have deemed it safe to do so.

·        The escape route plan will be regularly reviewed to ensure its suitability.

·        Periodically, we will guide everyone in the settings through the escape route and explain the necessary actions in the event of a fire.

·        Any encountered problems and their resolutions will be documented in the fire logbook.

 

By adhering to these procedures and maintaining preparedness, we prioritise the safety and well-being of all individuals within our settings.

 

CREATED: AUGUST 2023   REVIEWED: JANUARY 2025