Evac Chairs and Other Emergency Evacuation Equipment

Our collection of emergency evacuation equipment has everything you need and more to ensure your building or site complies with the relevant health and safety regulations. By law, you must ensure you have the equipment and supplies on hand for the safe evacuation of the public from your building in the event of an emergency. You can find high-quality and efficient equipment, from fire evacuation chairs to appropriate signage and tools here.

What is Emergency Evacuation Equipment?

Emergency evacuation equipment is essential to be able to move those who are immobile out of a dangerous or hazardous environment. For example, in the event of a fire, those who are wheelchair users or have been injured may need a fire evacuation chair to be maneuvered down flights of stairs when elevators are out of commission for safety reasons. Emergency evacuation equipment aids in the safe, fast and efficient removal of vulnerable persons from the risk of imminent threat or injury or an ongoing threat or hazard to lives or property.

Fire Evacuation Chairs and More

Ensure you have the appropriate emergency evacuation equipment your site needs to meet relevant health and safety laws today. 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.

Evac Chair 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 to a safe location with the help of staff. Evac chairs are typically used by those with mobility issues.

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. 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!

Where would you locate an evac chair?

Fire evacuation chairs should be located in easily accessible areas. This includes at the top or bottom of stairwells, near exit routes, in a safe area, or near accessible entrances. Essentially, the best places to install evac chairs are somewhere at the beginning or along your planned evacuation route so users and staff can evacuate quickly.