Education Fire Safety

In the education environment, safety comes first — for students, staff, and visitors alike. At Exit Fire Safety, we understand the unique fire safety challenges faced by schools, colleges, universities, and academies.

From ageing school buildings and complex multi-block campuses to modern new-build facilities, we help educational institutions achieve and maintain full fire safety compliance through expert risk assessments, compartmentation surveys, fire door inspections, and bespoke fire safety training.

SAFEGUARDING LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

Every educational building is different — but they all share one essential requirement: the need for a safe environment that supports learning and protects lives.

Our fire safety specialists combine technical fire engineering expertise with hands-on inspection and operational fire service experience. We deliver practical, proportionate solutions that keep your premises compliant with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Building Regulations, and relevant British Standards.

Whether you’re managing a small primary school or a large university estate, we’ll work with you to identify fire risks, strengthen protection measures, and ensure your staff are trained and prepared to respond effectively.

FIRE RISK ASSESSMENTS

Educational facilities are complex environments, often combining classrooms, labs, kitchens, sports halls, and accommodation blocks — each with its own fire risk profile.

Our comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments identify potential hazards and ensure your premises comply with fire safety legislation. You’ll receive a clear, prioritised report that helps you plan and implement remedial actions efficiently and effectively.

Our assessments cover:

• Building layout, occupancy, and evacuation routes.
• Fire detection and alarm systems.
• Emergency lighting and signage.
• Fire doors, compartmentation, and escape routes.
• Roles and responsibilities under fire safety law.

COMPARTMENTATION SURVEYS

Effective fire compartmentation is vital in educational settings, where safe evacuation and the containment of smoke and fire are critical.

Our compartmentation surveys assess the integrity of fire-resisting walls, floors, ceilings, and service penetrations. We identify any breaches or non-compliant fire-stopping and provide a detailed, photographic report with recommendations for remedial works — helping you maintain compliance and protect occupants.

FIRE DOOR SURVEYS

With hundreds or even thousands of students on site, properly maintained fire doors are essential for safe evacuation.

Our trained inspectors conduct detailed fire door surveys in accordance with BS 8214 and industry best practice, assessing each door for functionality, compliance, and condition. We provide:

• Full door-by-door condition reports.
• Evidence-based recommendations.
• Compliance grading and maintenance advice.

FIRE SAFETY TRAINING

Empower your staff with the confidence to act in an emergency. Our fire safety and evacuation training is designed specifically for educational environments, ensuring staff understand their responsibilities and know how to respond quickly and safely.

Fire safety in education is about more than compliance — it’s about protecting the next generation. With Exit Fire Safety, you can be confident that your premises are safe, compliant, and ready for inspection.