The fire strategy should contain a full description of the assumptions and philosophies that led to the fire

safety design, including the explicit assumptions regarding the future management and aintenance of the building. Upon completion of the building the Fire Safety Manager will be responsible for maintaining the fire strategy and fire safety manual up-to-date. Annual fire safety audits should review the fire risk assessments, fire strategies and fire safety manuals to ensure that they remain current.

ire strategies will be influenced by the following; Fire policy; Fire evacuation procedures (horizontal & vertical); Management roles and responsibilities; New works, refurbishment, extension and alterations; Occupants and use of the building; Extent of building services; The standard of fire precautions; Alarm and detection; Fire safety training. Fire fighting facilities (and their use); Emergency plans; Integrated risk management plans (Fire Authority); Method of procurement; Design of buildings to meet the needs of the disabled; Design issues; Maintenance issues; Security arrangements;

The list is not exhaustive, but the above are considered to be core elements in the development of a fire strategy for new build.