<P> A fire safety plan is required by all North American national, state and provincial fire codes based on building use or occupancy types . Generally, the owner of the building is responsible for the preparation of a fire safety plan . Buildings with elaborate emergency systems may require the assistance of a fire protection consultant . After the plan has been prepared, it must be submitted to the Chief Fire Official or authority having jurisdiction for approval . Once approved, the owner is responsible for implementing the fire safety plan and training all staff in their duties . It is also the owner's responsibility to ensure that all visitors and staff are informed of what to do in case of fire . During a fire emergency, a copy of the approved fire safety plan must be available for the responding fire department's use . </P> <Ul> <Li> Key contact information </Li> <Li> Utility services (Including shut - off valves for water, gas and electric) </Li> <Li> Access issues </Li> <Li> Dangerous stored materials </Li> <Li> Location of people with special needs </Li> <Li> Connections to sprinkler system </Li> <Li> Layout, drawing, and site plan of building </Li> <Li> Maintenance schedules for life safety systems </Li> <Li> Personnel training and fire drill procedure </Li> <Li> Create safe haven (zone) </Li> </Ul> <Li> Key contact information </Li> <Li> Utility services (Including shut - off valves for water, gas and electric) </Li>

Four aspects that may be included in the organization fire safety policy