This briefing addresses the key risks and control measures needed to prevent arson.
The aim of this Safety Briefing - Preventing Arson is to ensure that all staff are fully aware of the potential risks of arson, e.g. serious fires resulting in injuries or death to themselves or other people, and property damage.
The following are potential incidents that could occur if the risks associated with preventing arson aren’t addressed: burns to skin, loss of life caused by attempted fire fighting or being in a burning building.
Control measures include ensuring that the property is secured, skips are kept away from perimeter fencing and external lighting is maintained.
Attendees must take note of the following key points: