Care
Protecting Lives with Dignity, Compassion and Compliance
When Every Second Counts
Entering a care home is not merely a change of address – it’s a deeply personal decision rooted in trust. Families are entrusting the safety, dignity and wellbeing of their loved ones to a dedicated care team, with the expectation that their needs will be met with compassion and competence.
But this trust brings with it a responsibility that cannot be overlooked. Safety in a care home isn’t a secondary consideration – it’s a fundamental part of care. As people live longer and their needs become more complex, the duty to protect them becomes even more important. Many residents experience limited mobility, frailty or cognitive decline, making independent evacuation impossible without assistance. This is why care environments must be equipped to respond swiftly and effectively in an emergency.
In most care settings, the majority of residents – if not all – will require a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP). As health conditions naturally change over time, these plans must be regularly reviewed to remain effective. And with large numbers of residents accommodated across multi-storey buildings, a comprehensive evacuation strategy is essential, ensuring every stairwell is equipped and ready.
In a fire, lifts cannot be used, leaving stairways as the only safe evacuation route. The same applies during lift failures or power outages. Without the right equipment, carers may be physically unable to assist residents safely, increasing the risk of delays, injury or isolation.
It’s not just about emergencies. Without the means to transfer residents safely, many people can become confined to their rooms, unable to access dining areas, communal spaces or activities that contribute to their wellbeing. This affects not only their physical safety but also their quality of life.
In care, responsibility extends far beyond routine tasks. It is about safeguarding lives in every situation. That’s where Evac+Chair makes a difference, supporting safer evacuations while reinforcing your organisation’s commitment to dignity, safety and inclusion.
Where Care Meets Compliance: Dignified Evacuation for Every Resident
Your Legal Responsibilities
Evacuation planning isn’t simply best practice – it’s a legal obligation.
The Care Act 2014 places the wellbeing of individuals at the heart of adult social care. It promotes personalised, preventative and transparent care, ensuring every resident receives support tailored to their individual needs. Effective emergency evacuation planning forms an essential part of that responsibility.
The Act’s principles are reflected in the development and regular review of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs), ensuring every resident has a safe and dignified means of evacuation regardless of age, disability or medical condition.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, amended by the Fire Safety Act 2021, places a legal duty on the Responsible Person, typically the Care Home Manager or Registered Manager, to ensure appropriate fire safety arrangements are in place.
This includes:
• Comprehensive fire risk assessments that consider vulnerable residents.
• The implementation and regular review of PEEPs.
• Safe evacuation routes supported by suitable evacuation equipment.
• Staff training in emergency evacuation procedures.
With more than 440,000 people living in UK care homes and demand for adult social care continuing to grow, providers must ensure they are prepared for every emergency.
Protecting Every Resident with Dignity
Residents deserve more than a care plan; they deserve the reassurance that, should an emergency occur, they can be evacuated safely, comfortably and with dignity.
An evacuation chair is far more than a piece of equipment. It provides carers with the confidence to respond quickly and safely while reducing manual handling risks and helping ensure no resident is left behind.
Being prepared protects lives, reassures families and demonstrates your commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care.
How Evac+Chair Supports Care Providers
Our evacuation solutions are designed specifically for the challenges faced by care homes, nursing homes, residential homes and supported living environments.
From the Evac+Chair range to ProMove Slings, we provide the equipment needed to move residents safely, comfortably and with dignity during fires, emergencies or lift failures.
Alongside our evacuation equipment, we provide accredited operator training to ensure carers are confident in an emergency, together with planned maintenance services that help keep your equipment fully operational and compliant with PUWER Regulations.
This is about more than compliance. It is about protecting people who rely on you every day.
Download Your Free Care Evacuation Information Pack
When an emergency happens, every second matters – and every resident deserves a safe and dignified evacuation.
Download our free Care Evacuation Information Pack to discover how care homes, nursing homes and supported living providers can improve evacuation preparedness, meet their legal responsibilities and ensure no resident is left behind.
From legislation and emergency planning to evacuation equipment, accredited training and ongoing maintenance, this practical guide provides the knowledge and guidance you need to build a safer, more compliant and compassionate evacuation strategy.
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Book Your Complimentary Evacuation Assessment
Ensuring you have the correct Evac+Chair for your building and personnel is essential, especially with a wide range of options available. Whether your building has multiple staircases or unique features, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit.
With over 16 million disabled people in the UK – more than 4.8 million of whom are in employment – every workplace and public space must be equipped to support the safe evacuation of all individuals.
To support our customers, we offer complimentary evacuation assessments conducted by our nationwide team of specialists. These experts assess the specific needs of employees, existing PEEPs (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans), review GEEPS (General Emergency Evacuation Plans), building requirements and stair configuration – all of which help determine the most suitable Evac+Chair model for your needs.
Booking your evacuation assessment is simple. Just contact us by clicking the button below, calling us on +44 (0) 121 706 7644 or email enquiries@evacchair.co.uk and one of our friendly team members will reach out to arrange a convenient time.
Alternatively, you can use our online Evac Xpert™ to easily identify the model that best suits your needs. Where multiple staircases exist within your organisation, we strongly recommend a complimentary Evacuation Assessment to guarantee the right Evac+Chair at every stairwell – ensuring maximum safety, swift evacuation and peace of mind for your entire organisation.
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