Guidance

Fire safety in prisons: PSI 11/2015

Rules and guidance for prison staff on fire safety in prisons.

• From: HM Prison and Probation Service and Ministry of Justice
• Published: 25 March 2015
• Last updated: 29 March 2022 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Fire safety in prison establishments: PSI 11/2015

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Details

This prison service instruction (PSI) gives guidance on following fire safety regulations in prison.

It covers:

• roles and responsibilities
• fire risk assessments
• planning
• fire detection systems
• emergency procedures
• personal protective equipment (PPE)
• communicating fire safety information to staff and prisoners

This is a current PSI. It came into effect on 31 March 2015.

Published 25 March 2015
Last updated 29 March 2022 + show all updates

1. 29 March 2022

   PSI updated.

2. 25 March 2015

   First published.