What we do

The Fire Safety team is responsible for ensuring the safety of patients, staff, and visitors within the Trust by implementing fire safety measures. They are tasked with maintaining compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and standards.

This team conducts regular inspections of hospital premises to identify potential fire hazards, such as blocked escape routes or damaged fire safety equipment. They also work closely with other departments within the Trust to develop emergency evacuation plans and provide training on fire prevention and response.

In addition to their proactive approach, the Fire Safety team plays a crucial role during emergencies by coordinating evacuations, liasing with the local fire service and providing guidance on minimising risks. They continuously review existing fire safety policies and procedures to ensure they remain effective while keeping up-to-date on advancements in technology or best practices.

Overall, this dedicated team works tirelessly behind-the-scenes to create a secure environment that prioritises prompt action during a potential fire outbreak – safeguarding both life-saving medical services offered within all Trust premesis as well as all those present inside them.

For any fire safety advice please contact stsft.firesafety@nhs.net.

Who we are

Aiden Hugill
Head of Health & Safety, Fire and Security
aiden.hugill1@nhs.net
​​​​​SRH - (71) 45411

Jim Charlton
Fire Safety and Security Manager
james.charlton6@nhs.net
SRH - (71) 49613
STDH - (404) 1043

Jeff Wilkinson
Fire Safety Officer
jeff.wilkinson@nhs.net
STDH - (71) 2374, Bleep 890
SRH - (71) 40114

Andy Smith
Fire Safety Officer
andrew.smith153@nhs.net
STDH - (71) 2374
SRH - (71) 40114

Michael Snaith
Fire Safety Advisor
michael.snaith1@nhs.net
STDH - (71) 1043

Tom Purvis
Safety Administration Assistant
tom.purvis1@nhs.net
SRH - (71) 42559
STDH - (71) 2376

Where we are based

South Tyneside District Hospital, East Block, 1st Floor (above the Education Centre).

Sunderland Royal Hospital, Transport Building (Hylton Road Entrance).

Policies, Procedures & Documents

Fire safety policy - December 2019

Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)

Fire Incident Report - to be completed by managers or resposbile persons in the event of a fire alarm call.

Quarterly Fire Safety Inspection - to be completed by managers or resposbile persons on a quarterly basis.

Statutory & Mandatory Training Dates

Please note some dates and/or times can be subject to change at the last minute:

Regular Stat Mand Fire Safety Training Schedule
Mandatory fire safety training is a different course to the below. All staff without exception must attend mandatory fire safety training. 

Managers & Responsible Persons Fire Training Schedule
This session will provide information around good management of fire safety and evacuation procedures for those staff at manager level (or equivalent) and above..

Both classes can be booked onto via ESR. If a session is not showing on ESR, this signifies that the session is fully booked.

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