Evac Chairs and Other Emergency Evacuation Equipment

What is an Evac Chair?

An evacuation chair consists of a sturdy frame, wheels, a comfortable seat as well as safety measures to facilitate the safe evacuation of personnel out of a building during an emergency. The main purpose of an evac chair is to safely transport people with reduced mobility down stairs during emergencies when lifts cannot be used. With innovative design elements such as tracks and wheels that enable a smooth descent down staircases, you can have peace of mind that everyone has a safe method of exiting a building during an emergency.

What is Emergency Evacuation Equipment?

Emergency evacuation equipment is essential to aid with the safe evacuation of all occupants of a building during an emergency. From evacuation chairs to evacuation sledges, emergency signage and tools, our collection ensures the safe, fast and efficient removal of all vulnerable persons from the risk of imminent threat or injury where there is an ongoing threat or hazard. Put the lives of your building occupants first with evacuation equipment from Fire & Safety Centre. 

Why You Need an Evac Chair on Your Property

Even though there is no specific Evac Chair legislation stating you must have one on your property, it is still highly recommended you install an evacuation chair to ensure you comply with fire safety regulations such as the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which states you must provide safe evacuation procedures for everyone including people with disabilities. But it is not just people with disabilities who might need an Evac Chair during an emergency. For example, people with temporary mobility issues such as a broken leg, may also need an evacuation chair for a quick and safe evacuation. From the 300H MK5 which is ideal for almost anyone to the IBEX which is suitable for spiral staircases, you will find a fire evacuation chair that matches your needs in our collection. 

Put Safety First with an Evac Chair

At Fire and Safety Centre, we believe the safety of all staff, visitors and residents comes first. That’s why we provide a range of Evac Chairs so you can find the one that meets your needs. From a basic evacuation chair to powered options, those suitable for spiral staircases and ones designed for horizontal evacuation, our selection encapsulates every design you might need. We also offer alternative evacuation chair brands such as the Exitmaster, who incorporate a ‘Stoop-free’ and ‘Free-walk’ design to their evacuation chairs, promoting comfort and safety.

Fire Evacuation Chairs and More

Ensure you have the appropriate emergency evacuation equipment to meet all the relevant health and safety laws today! With a range of emergency equipment available, including Evac Chairs and tools, our collection enables your staff, visitors and residents to evacuate any emergency situation in a safe and organised manner. You can also shop for more Premises Management Equipment to obtain everything you need to keep people safe on-site, such as Emergency Plan Boxes. Order online today and take advantage of free UK delivery on all orders over £100.

FAQs

What is an Evac Chair?

An Evac Chair is designed to provide a secure method of escape during an emergency. With a sturdy frame and wheels, Evac Chairs can easily transport occupants with limited mobility to a safe location with the help of staff. 

Are Evac Chairs a legal requirement?

Evac Chairs are not explicitly stated as necessary in the relevant legislation, but building owners and employers must provide a safe means of evacuation for all occupants of a building to comply with regulations such as the Fire Safety Order 2005. This means anyone with limited mobility, whether that be due to a disability or recent injury, should be provided with a safe evacuation route. An Evac Chair is a great solution as it offers a faster means of evacuation when compared to alternative equipment.

For more information on evacuation chair regulations, take a look at our comprehensive guide!

Can evacuation chairs be used by anyone?

We recommend only trained personnel operate evacuation chairs to ensure the safety of both the operator and the user. At Fire & Safety Centre, we have a range of evacuation chair training courses so you can operate your chosen evacuation chairs with confidence.