Improving Escape Route Safety After FRA Recommendations
Following a Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) at a residential block of flats in Christchurch, the responsible person was advised to improve the building’s escape-route signage to ensure that all residents and visitors can clearly see and follow the nearest fire exit routes in the event of an emergency.
EAC Fire & Security was engaged to complete this safety upgrade and bring the property into line with best-practice fire-safety guidance.
Scope of Works
Our team attended site and carried out the following:
- Installed fire-exit signs at strategic locations along escape routes and communal corridors
- Ensured signs were mounted at visible eye-line heights
- Checked directional orientation so that arrows correctly pointed towards the nearest fire exits
- Integrated signage with existing emergency lighting to ensure visibility in both normal and low-light conditions
- Confirmed the installation met typical fire-safety requirements for communal residential buildings
The works were carried out neatly and with minimal disruption to residents, ensuring corridors and common areas remained fully accessible throughout.
Why This Matters
Clear and correct fire-exit signage is an essential part of a building’s fire-safety strategy. Signs guide occupants towards safe escape routes and play a vital role during an emergency evacuation.
Although fire-exit signs are often overlooked, they are required under fire-safety best practice — especially in communal buildings with multiple residents and visitors, like blocks of flats.
Outcomes & Benefits
- Improved visibility of evacuation routes for residents and visitors
- Greater confidence for landlords and managing agents that the building aligns with recommendations from the FRA
- Enhanced overall fire safety by helping occupants exit quickly and safely in an emergency
- Professional installation, with correct positioning and compliance with fire-safety signage conventions
Additional Advice
After installing fire-exit signage, it’s good practice to:
- Check signage regularly as part of your fire risk assessment review
- Ensure emergency lighting remains operational in all communal areas
- Maintain records of all fire-safety upgrades and certificates for inspections or audits
If you’re unsure about signage requirements or need an assessment of your current escape-route markings, EAC Fire & Security can help with FRAs, preventative services, and compliance upgrades.
Get in Touch
Whether it’s signage, emergency lighting, or a full fire-alarm solution, we provide tailored fire-safety services for residential and commercial buildings.
Contact us today to arrange a site visit or free quote.
