Visual Fire Alarms (Beacons)
Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?
Overview
Deaf employees must know if alarm sounds.
For Employees
This is life or death. Do not take "no" for an answer. A vibrating pager is a valid alternative.
For Employers
You have a legal duty to get them out alive. If you can't install lights, buy a vibrating pager system.
Key Considerations
- PEEP (Evac plan) needed.
- Pager system alternative.
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