Job summary
The Fire Safety Support (Practitioner) will provide support to the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader) and work to enable the Trust to fulfil its statutory duties under Fire Safety legislation. The post holder may be required to provide fire safety support and cover across Lancs and South Cumbria as service needs dictate.
Main duties of the job
The Fire Safety Support (Practitioner) will provide support to the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader) to ensure the safety and compliance of Trust premises and the occupants of those premises. This will be delivered through Risk Assessment, monitoring and progression of compliance and staff training. To develop and implement a safe system of work that enables the Trust to fulfil its statutory duties under Fire Safety legislation.
About us
Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
- A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
- Cutting-edge facilities and technology
- Opportunities for continuous professional development
- A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing advice on the application and interpretation of fire legislation and fire safety guidance, including firecode.
Assisting with the development of the organisations fire strategy.
Providing input to the development and delivery of fire safety training programmes.
Liaising with managers and staff on fire safety issues including training.
Liaising with enforcing authorities (primarily the local Fire and Rescue Service) in the absence of the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader).
Carrying out Fire Risk Assessments under the provisions of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the preparation of reports accordingly.
Liaising with the internal departments and external agencies in the specification of fire precautions in new and existing premises.
Ensuring the adequate provision and effective maintenance of all first aid firefighting equipment and appliances, fire safety signs, notices etc.
Support the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader) in fulfilling responsibilities in liaising with external agencies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Providing advice on the application and interpretation of fire legislation and fire safety guidance, including firecode.
Assisting with the development of the organisations fire strategy.
Providing input to the development and delivery of fire safety training programmes.
Liaising with managers and staff on fire safety issues including training.
Liaising with enforcing authorities (primarily the local Fire and Rescue Service) in the absence of the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader).
Carrying out Fire Risk Assessments under the provisions of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the preparation of reports accordingly.
Liaising with the internal departments and external agencies in the specification of fire precautions in new and existing premises.
Ensuring the adequate provision and effective maintenance of all first aid firefighting equipment and appliances, fire safety signs, notices etc.
Support the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor (Team Leader) in fulfilling responsibilities in liaising with external agencies.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Recognised fire safety qualification
- Membership of a professional organisation (IFE, IFPO etc)
Desirable
- Degree level education
- Corporate membership of a professional organisation (MFireE, MIOSH etc)
- Professional qualification in a fire related subject (CFPA, IOSH etc)
- Teaching qualification
- Accredited fire risk assessor
Experience
Essential
- Carrying out fire risk assessment within buildings
- Preparation and delivery of fire safety training
Desirable
- Delivery of healthcare fire safety
Aptitude and personal qualities
Essential
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Devise and deliver training programmes
- Report writing
- IT skills (MS word, Power point etc)
Desirable
- Ability to work to timescales
- ECDL (or equivalent)
Other requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of: Fire safety, Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Legislation and Codes of Practice. Fire Training
- Ability to undertake Fire Risk Assessments.
- Willingness to participate in continued professional development.
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge of Firecode
- Thorough knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (fire Safety) Order 2005
- Understanding of risk management techniques in a healthcare environment
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Recognised fire safety qualification
- Membership of a professional organisation (IFE, IFPO etc)
Desirable
- Degree level education
- Corporate membership of a professional organisation (MFireE, MIOSH etc)
- Professional qualification in a fire related subject (CFPA, IOSH etc)
- Teaching qualification
- Accredited fire risk assessor
Experience
Essential
- Carrying out fire risk assessment within buildings
- Preparation and delivery of fire safety training
Desirable
- Delivery of healthcare fire safety
Aptitude and personal qualities
Essential
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Devise and deliver training programmes
- Report writing
- IT skills (MS word, Power point etc)
Desirable
- Ability to work to timescales
- ECDL (or equivalent)
Other requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of: Fire safety, Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Legislation and Codes of Practice. Fire Training
- Ability to undertake Fire Risk Assessments.
- Willingness to participate in continued professional development.
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge of Firecode
- Thorough knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (fire Safety) Order 2005
- Understanding of risk management techniques in a healthcare environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
