Tasks of a fire safety assistant

Learn about the most important tasks of a fire safety assistant and how they ensure safety in an emergency.

6 November 2024 Fire Safety

A fire safety assistant is a specially trained person who supports firefighting in an emergency and helps with evacuation. They also ensure that fire safety regulations are observed in the company on a day-to-day basis. The employer appoints the fire safety assistants and ensures that they are prepared for their tasks through regular training.
 

The key tasks of a fire safety assistant

The tasks of a fire safety assistant can be divided into two main areas: preventive measures to prevent fires and correct behavior in the event of an emergency.

Preventive tasks of a fire safety assistant

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The most important aspect of fire safety is the prevention of fires. This is where fire safety assistants play a key role by identifying potential hazards at an early stage and helping the company to minimize risks.
 

Preventive tasks include checking escape and rescue routes. They ensure that all emergency exits and escape routes are freely accessible and unobstructed at all times. They also ensure that the fire safety rules and regulations applicable in the company are observed.

Tasks of a fire safety assistant in an emergency

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If a fire breaks out despite all precautionary measures, quick and level-headed action is required. The tasks of a fire safety assistant in an emergency are clearly defined and crucial for a smooth evacuation and containment of the fire.

One of the first and most important tasks of a fire safety assistant in the event of a fire is to alert the fire department immediately. They also help to ensure that all employees use the escape routes and leave the building in a safe and orderly manner.

If it is safe to do so, the fire safety assistant can take initial extinguishing measures - for example with a hand-held fire extinguisher.

They also provide the fire department with important information, such as the source of the fire, possible sources of danger or missing persons in the building.

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Education and regular training of a fire safety assistant

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Comprehensive training is essential for fire safety assistants to be able to carry out their tasks competently. In special training courses, participants learn how to use fire extinguishers safely, the correct procedure for evacuation and the applicable fire safety regulations. They also receive practical training on how to behave in dangerous situations.
Regular refresher courses ensure that the knowledge and skills of the fire safety assistants are always up to date. This is particularly important in order to be able to react quickly and calmly in critical situations.

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