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Health & Safety
Fire Safety Management: Supporting SEND Students
About this event
Whether a disability is chronic or temporary, Personalised Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) need to be considered for those on school premises with SEND students and staff with disabilities.
A PEEP plans for emergencies like fires and how to evacuate a child with SEND, the steps you need to take and what must be organised prior to any emergency, thus reducing the time required to keep everyone safe.
Preparation and knowledge is key along with ensuring your staff are fully trained and aware of any responsibilities they hold. Join us as we talk you through the fire safety management essentials for schools and trusts with a focus on supporting SEND.
During the session we will be looking at:
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- Personalised Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for SEND students
Risk assessments- Accessible safety measures, which may include using visual alarms, tactile signage, and accessible exits
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- Staff training and support, including understanding how to use specialised equipment like evacuation chairs and how to communicate effectively with students who have specific needs
Let us introduce you to this week's professional speaker
Andy Camroux
Andy is a Certified member of IOSH with over 20 years' experience as a Fire, Health and Safety consultant. Andy has been a member of Judicium Education's Health and Safety team since 2020. He enjoys working with schools to produce health and safety audit and fire risk assessment reports, providing advice and support and delivering instructor-led health and safety and fire safety training courses. Away from work, Andy has helped to organise numerous beer festivals and enjoys cycling, walking and swimming.
