PEEPs & GEEPs Northern Ireland
Personal & General Emergency Evacuation Plans
At Think-Fire, we help businesses and organisations across Northern Ireland develop professional Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) and General Emergency Evacuation Plans (GEEPs) to ensure everyone can evacuate safely during an emergency.
Every building presents different challenges during an evacuation, and some individuals may require additional assistance due to mobility, sensory, cognitive, or temporary impairments. Our tailored evacuation plans help organisations prepare for these situations while supporting effective fire safety management and inclusive emergency procedures.
What Are PEEPs and GEEPs?
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)
A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) is an individual plan designed for a specific person who may require assistance during an emergency evacuation.
The plan identifies the safest evacuation method based on the person’s individual needs and the layout of the building.
A PEEP may be appropriate for:
- Employees with disabilities
- Wheelchair users
- Individuals with temporary injuries
- People with visual or hearing impairments
- Individuals with medical conditions affecting mobility
- Anyone who may require additional support during an evacuation
General Emergency Evacuation Plans (GEEPs)
A General Emergency Evacuation Plan (GEEP) provides guidance for assisting people who may require additional help but do not have an individual PEEP in place.
GEEPs are commonly used for:
- Visitors
- Customers
- Contractors
- Members of the public
- Temporary building users
They provide staff with clear procedures to safely assist individuals who may need support during an emergency evacuation.
Why Are PEEPs and GEEPs Important?
An effective evacuation strategy should consider everyone who may be inside your premises.
PEEPs and GEEPs help organisations to:
- Protect vulnerable occupants
- Support inclusive fire safety arrangements
- Improve emergency preparedness
- Clearly define evacuation responsibilities
- Reduce confusion during emergencies
- Support Fire Wardens and Responsible Persons
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to fire safety management
By planning ahead, organisations can significantly improve evacuation procedures and reduce risk during an emergency.
What Does a PEEP Include?
Every Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan is tailored to the individual and the building they occupy.
A typical PEEP includes:
- Individual evacuation requirements
- Normal working location
- Escape routes
Refuge areas (where applicable) - Assistance required
- Evacuation equipment requirements
- Communication arrangements
- Assigned helpers or evacuation assistants
- Alternative evacuation procedures if normal routes are unavailable
Each plan is reviewed whenever the individual’s needs or building layout changes.
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What Does a GEEP Include?
A General Emergency Evacuation Plan provides building-wide guidance for assisting occupants without individual plans.
It may include:
- General evacuation procedures
- Staff responsibilities
- Visitor assistance arrangements
- Accessible escape routes
- Refuge point procedures
- Communication methods
- Evacuation equipment locations
- Fire Warden responsibilities
- Procedures for assisting members of the public
These plans ensure staff know how to respond confidently when assisting people who may need additional support.
Who Needs PEEPs & GEEPs?
PEEPs and GEEPs can benefit organisations across a wide range of sectors, including:
- Offices
- Retail premises
- Healthcare facilities
- Care homes
- Schools and universities
- Hotels
- Leisure centres
- Warehouses
- Apartment buildings
- Public buildings
- Community facilities
Any organisation that welcomes employees, visitors, contractors, or members of the public should consider whether additional evacuation planning is required.
Our PEEPs & GEEPs Service
Think Fire works closely with businesses to develop practical, easy-to-follow evacuation plans tailored to each premises.
Our service includes:
- Site assessment and consultation
- Review of existing evacuation procedures
- Identification of individuals requiring additional support
- Preparation of bespoke PEEPs
- Development of General Emergency Evacuation Plans
- Fire Warden guidance
- Recommendations for evacuation equipment where appropriate
- Ongoing review and updates as your organisation changes
Every plan is designed to be clear, practical, and straightforward to implement.
Supporting Your Fire Safety Documentation
PEEPs and GEEPs form an important part of your wider fire safety management system and work alongside:
- Fire Risk Assessments
- Emergency Evacuation Plans
- Emergency Evacuation Maps
- Fire Alarm Zone Maps
- Fire Safety Policies
- Fire Warden Procedures
- Fire Safety Training
Together, these documents help ensure your organisation is prepared to respond safely and effectively during an emergency.
Why Choose Think Fire?
At Think Fire, we provide practical fire safety solutions that help businesses create safer, more inclusive workplaces.
Our experienced consultants understand the importance of balancing legal responsibilities with practical evacuation procedures, ensuring every plan is tailored to your building, your people, and your operational needs.
Arrange Your PEEPs & GEEPs
If your organisation requires Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, General Emergency Evacuation Plans, or a review of your current evacuation arrangements, Think Fire is here to help.
Contact Think Fire today to discuss your PEEPs and GEEPs requirements and ensure everyone in your building can evacuate safely and confidently in an emergency.