Mandatory Instructions

Fire Safety Instructions

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What are fire safety instructions?

Fire safety instructions are written guidelines indicating what to do in case of fire. They must be visibly posted in all workplaces and public access buildings (ERP).

Legal posting requirements

Posting fire safety instructions is mandatory under:

Labor Code (art. R. 4227-28): Mandatory for all employers
Decree of June 25, 1980: Mandatory for public buildings
Safety regulations: Specific to each type of establishment
Instructions must be posted visibly and legibly

Mandatory content of instructions

According to Labor Code article R. 4227-28, instructions must indicate:

Available fire extinguishing and rescue equipment
Personnel responsible for operating this equipment
Personnel responsible for directing evacuation
Alert methods (alarm, telephone)
Personnel responsible for calling firefighters
Address and number of emergency services (18 or 112)
Duty to sound the alarm and use first aid equipment

Different types of instructions

General instructions: Applicable to the entire establishment
Specific instructions: For certain high-risk areas
Evacuation instructions: Detailed evacuation procedure
Staff instructions: Roles and responsibilities of each person

Where to post instructions?

Instructions must be posted:

Near each telephone
At each main entrance
In work areas
Near elevators
In stairwells
In areas with particular risks

Format and presentation of instructions

Instructions must follow certain presentation rules:

Minimum A3 format (or A4 for small rooms)
Text readable from distance (minimum 14pt font)
Pictograms compliant with ISO 7010 standard
Clear and concise information
Regular updates of numbers and names

Penalties for non-posting

Failure to post instructions can result in:

Class 5 fine (up to €1,500)
Formal notice from labor inspection
Liability in case of accident
Refusal of opening by safety commission (public buildings)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory to post fire safety instructions?

Yes, posting fire safety instructions is mandatory in all workplaces (Labor Code art. R. 4227-28) and all public buildings (decree of June 25, 1980). Non-compliance can result in penalties.

What must fire safety instructions contain?

Instructions must indicate: available extinguishing equipment, responsible personnel, alert methods, emergency numbers (18, 112), evacuation procedure, and the duty to sound the alarm in case of fire.

Where to post fire safety instructions?

Instructions must be posted visibly: near telephones, at main entrances, in work areas, near elevators, in stairwells, and in high-risk areas.

What format for fire safety instructions?

Instructions must be minimum A3 format (A4 for small rooms), with text readable from distance, ISO 7010 pictograms, and clear, up-to-date information.

How often to update instructions?

Instructions must be updated whenever there is a change: facility modifications, change of responsible personnel, new emergency numbers, or organizational changes. Annual review is recommended.