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Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)
Supporting resident safety in your building
In the event of a fire or emergency, most residential buildings operate a stay put or managed evacuation strategy. However, this does not always account for residents who may need assistance to evacuate safely.
WHO IT IS FORResponsible Persons and residents |
APPLIES TOHigh-rise and mid-rise residential buildings |
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Why evacuation planning is important
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) help to:
- Identify residents who may require assistance
- Ensure appropriate support is considered
- Provide important information to emergency services
- Improve overall safety within the building
Effective evacuation planning is an important part of modern fire safety management.
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Legal background and responsibilities
Fire safety legislation has been strengthened in recent years, including the Fire Safety Act 2021, the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS
18 metres or more, or 7 storeys and above
Evacuation planning requirements are already in place.
MID-RISE BUILDINGS
Over 11 metres, where an evacuation strategy applies
Requirements are extended to these buildings from 6 April.
Under this legislation, the Freeholder or Director (the Responsible Person) must ensure fire risks are identified and managed appropriately, including considering how residents who may need assistance can evacuate safely.
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What is a PEEP?
A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan is an individual plan for a resident who may need assistance to evacuate in an emergency.
This may include residents with mobility difficulties, sensory impairments, medical conditions, or anyone who may struggle to leave the building safely without support.
HOW EACH PLAN IS BASED
Each plan is based on a Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessment (PCFRA) carried out by a qualified specialist.
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Our approach
We support the Responsible Person in meeting their legal obligations by managing the evacuation planning process on their behalf.
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We write to all residents
Residents have a duty to tell us if they require assistance in an evacuation. Where a property is tenanted, leaseholders are responsible for making sure we hold up-to-date tenant contact details.
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An independent assessment is arranged
Where a resident identifies that they need assistance, a Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessment is arranged through an independent specialist contractor. The cost is recharged to the relevant leaseholder.
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The plan is created and recorded
Following assessment, a PEEP and an Emergency Evacuation Statement are created and recorded as part of the building’s fire safety information.
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Information is shared with the Fire and Rescue Service
Relevant information is shared with the Fire and Rescue Service, with consent obtained.
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Plans are reviewed every year
All plans are reviewed annually to make sure they remain up to date.
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Questions about evacuation planning?
Whether you are a director, freeholder or resident, our Block Management team can explain what PEEPs mean for your building.
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