Fire Action Plans

Fire Action Plans – Complete Information

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A Fire Action Plan (also known as an Emergency Response Plan or Fire Service Plan) is a critical document used by firefighters, emergency responders, and building safety leaders during an actual emergency. It provides a clear and structured overview of a building’s fire protection features, hazards, and tactical response information.

These plans help the fire service save time, reduce risk, and make fast decisions when the situation is most critical.

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1. Purpose of Fire Action Plans

Fire Action Plans are created to:

• Provide quick situational awareness for firefighters upon arrival.

• Identify safe access points, firefighting routes, and internal movement paths.

• Highlight hazards that may affect fire operations.

• Explain evacuation strategies and safe assembly areas.

• Support the fire service in making safe, efficient, and informed decisions.​

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2. What Fire Action Plans Include

A complete Fire Action Plan typically contains the following:

A. Building Overview & Key Information

• Site layout

• Surrounding roads & fire truck access

• Main entrances & emergency exits

• Building height, levels, and occupancy

B. Fire Protection Systems

• Sprinkler system locations & control valves

• Fire hydrants & water supply points

• Fire hose reels & extinguishers

• Smoke control systems

• Fire alarm system and panel location

C. Fire Compartments & Smoke Zones

• Compartmentation lines

• Fire doors

• Fire-resisting walls and floors

• Smoke control areas

D. Critical Emergency Information

• Assembly points

• Evacuation routes

• Special access codes or keys

• Emergency control room details

E. Hazard Identification

• Hazardous materials (chemicals, gas cylinders, fuel tanks)

• High-voltage areas

• Electrical rooms

• Kitchen fire risks

F. Operational Tactics

• Suggested firefighting approach

• Internal attack routes

• Vertical evacuation routes

• Ventilation strategy

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3. Why Fire Services Need Fire Action Plans

These plans help responders to:

• Identify hazards immediately

• Locate firefighting systems quickly

• Plan safer intervention tactics

• Protect firefighters from hidden risks

• Reduce damage and rescue time

They are especially valuable in:

• Large buildings

• Complicated layouts

• Industrial environments

• Shopping malls, ports, airports

• High-risk sites with chemicals or machinery

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4. Fire Action Plans According to Swedish Standards

For Sweden, Fire Action Plans follow:

• Swedish Fire Protection Association (SFPA) Recommendation 2019

• Earlier 2015 standard, still used by some regions

• Additional local municipal fire service guidelines

Our service at FireEscapePlans.com prepares plans according to:

• Local Swedish fire brigades’ checklists

• Region-specific layout requirements

• International best practices (NFPA, ISO)

• Optional: 3D visualization for faster understanding

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5. Types of Buildings Covered

We create Fire Action Plans for:

• Industries & factories

• Ports and logistics terminals

• Trade fairs & exhibition centers

• Shopping malls and retail complexes

• Office buildings

• High-rise buildings

• Parking garages

• Warehouses

• Schools and hospitals

• Hotels and apartments

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6. Why Choose FireEscapePlans.com

Fast Delivery

Typically 24–72 hours depending on project size.

High Accuracy

We redraw all plans in maximum clarity.

White-Label Friendly

Fire safety companies can resell our plans under their own logo.

Professional & International

20+ years of experience, delivering for European, Australian, and U.S. markets.

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7. Inputs Required From Clients

To create a Fire Action Plan, we need:

• Existing floor plans or PDF drawings

• Building functions and occupancy

• Fire protection system details

• Any internal hazard information

• Local fire service requirements (if available)