An evacuation procedure describes how occupants will escape to a place of safety if there is a fire, or an alarm of fire.
Most buildings used by the public must have an evacuation procedure in place. If a building is a relevant building (see ‘Does my building need an approved evacuation scheme?’ below), then the building owner must also provide and maintain an approved evacuation scheme.
Evacuation procedures for buildings that are not relevant buildings under section 75 of the Act don’t need Fire and Emergency approval. The requirements for evacuation procedures are set out in part 1 of the Regulations.
For more information on these requirements see fireandemergency.nz > Business and landlords > Owner responsibilities.