14/10/2026
How fire-safe is your Early Years or School Age Care service?
Fire safety is everyone's responsibility, and being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency.
This year's Fire Safety Week theme is "Know the Risk, Know the Room, Know the Person." It's a great reminder to take a few minutes this week to review fire safety arrangements in your service.
✅ Fire Safety Policy – Is your Fire Safety Policy up to date and reflective of your service's current practices? Are all staff familiar with the procedures and their responsibilities?
✅ Fire Drills – Are you carrying out and recording your monthly fire drills? Are children and staff familiar with evacuation procedures?
✅ Fire Safety Training – Have all staff received appropriate fire safety training? Do new staff understand their responsibilities in an emergency?
✅ Escape Routes – Are all emergency exits, corridors and evacuation routes clearly marked and free from obstruction?
✅ Fire Safety Equipment – Are fire alarms, extinguishers and emergency lighting regularly checked and maintained?
✅ Evacuation Plans – Are your evacuation procedures up to date, clearly displayed and understood by everyone?
✅ Individual Needs – Have you considered how babies, toddlers and children who require additional assistance will be safely evacuated?
✅ Risk Assessments – When did you last review potential fire hazards in your rooms, kitchen, storage areas and outdoor spaces?
Remember: Fire safety isn't just about having policies and procedures in place. It's about making sure everyone knows what to do when it matters most.
Does your team need a fire safety refresher?
At Canavan Byrne, we offer a range of online Fire Safety Training courses, including Fire Marshal Training and Fire Safety Essentials, as well as in-person training options.
👉 Visit our website to find out more and book your training: https://www.canavanbyrne.ie/training?tagName=Fire+Safety
