Background:
In the
early 1980's regulations for fire emergency planning were introduced.
These regulations dealt specifically with Emergency Planning requirements,
but did not provide guidelines on how to develop a plan or promote
a safe environment through proper prevention techniques.
Emergency
planning and occupant education is a requirement by law for many types
of buildings and/or operations throughout the world, however regardless
of legal requirements, providing protection of life and property is
simply sound planning. The aim is life safety for the occupants of
all buildings.
After
the introduction of these regulations, consultants emerged to assist
building owners and managers in developing fire safety plans. In most
cases, however, they could only reach a very limited number of building
owners/managers.
The ideal
scenario in emergency planning, safety and prevention is mass self-education.
In the past, this was not possible, as the two criteria necessary
to accomplish this task could not be met.
These
criteria were:
- A
non-generic document of information and procedures. As every building
is different, a generic package would not work.
- A
plan that is simple to use, clear, concise, and easily developed
by anyone in a minimum of time.
These
criteria are now met with the Building Fire Safety Planning System (BFSPS)
software.
About
the Program:
The
BFSPS software allows anyone to develop their own building emergency
plan unique to their facility with little or no assistance.
The
term unique is used because this is not a generic program. The user
inputs and edits information in various subsections of the program
to suit their own particular needs while staying within a pre-established
format. It provides
the user with the information and guidance to create a highly effective
fire safety plan.
The software also includes and fully describes the education and maintenance
directives to initiate and maintain the program.
Suitability:
The
program is suitable for all buildings regardless of size or occupancy.
The
program is currently provided in three versions: International,
Canadian and Ontario.
The International Version exceeds all the requirements of Emergency
Plans in accordance with:
US OSHA Regulations Standards - 29 CFR:
If you
wish to view detailed information on what the software complies with
just click on the Site Map and then scroll down to "Links
to all the Codes, Standards and Recommended Practices & Procedures".
Customization:
Even
though the program exceeds all requirements for effective emergency
planning and prevention under the various codes and standards, the
program can be easily customized to meet any further requirements
of large organizations. (i.e. company safety policies, etc.)
Conclusion:
This
BFSPS software is based on time-proven emergency planning objectives,
fire prevention techniques and safety requirements and complies with
various codes, standards and regulations for emergency planning.
