Guidance

Fire safety in prisons: PSI 11/2015

Rules and guidance for prison staff on fire safety in prisons.

From:
HM Prison and Probation Service and Ministry of Justice
Published
25 March 2015
Last updated
29 March 2022 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Fire safety in prison establishments: PSI 11/2015

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Details

This prison service instruction (PSI) gives guidance on following fire safety regulations in prison.

It covers:

  • roles and responsibilities
  • fire risk assessments
  • planning
  • fire detection systems
  • emergency procedures
  • personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • communicating fire safety information to staff and prisoners

This is a current PSI. It came into effect on 31 March 2015.

Published 25 March 2015
Last updated 29 March 2022 + show all updates

  1. PSI updated.

  2. First published.

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