"Why Do You Need an Evac+Chair?"
The Answer Could Save Lives
When the alarm sounds, every second counts. But what happens if someone in your building can’t use the stairs? It’s a question too many businesses don’t ask until it’s too late.
We believe that evacuation shouldn’t be a guessing game. It’s a critical part of your safety strategy and it demands a clear, reliable solution. Here’s why your organisation absolutely needs an Evac+Chair.
Because stairs are more than just steps – they can be barriers to survival
In an emergency, stairs are often the only route to safety, a challenge made even more difficult when lifts are out of service. That means. However, for anyone with mobility challenges – whether a wheelchair user, someone with a broken leg or even a visitor quietly battling a mental health issue, those stairs can become an impassable wall.
Imagine the panic, the helplessness, the danger.
Why leave evacuation to chance when a safe, proven solution exists?
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It’s not just about compliance – it’s about doing what’s right
Yes, health and safety laws require reasonable adjustments. But beyond legal boxes to tick, this is about people – someone’s mom, dad, son or daughter. Your employees, your visitors, your customers. Are you ready to evacuate everyone safely or are you leaving some behind?
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Invisible risks are real risks
You might not see who needs help. Temporary injuries, invisible disabilities, pregnancy – these don’t announce themselves. But in an emergency, these hidden vulnerabilities can mean the difference between safety and catastrophe. Someone’s condition can slow them down and make them unable to evacuate, making it harder to get out quickly and safely.
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Time lost in evacuation, is time you can never get back
Trying to carry someone downstairs is risky for them and for those helping. It’s slow, unsteady and not an option. Conditions like anxiety, chronic pain or neurological issues can be exacerbated in an emergency. Then there’s the feeling of embarrassment or the feeling of being a burden. It’s awkward. It’s degrading. And for many, it’s isolating.
Those with impairments are often left to wait – singled out, whilst the able-bodied evacuate. In bariatric cases, more than one person is needed to assist but, in an emergency, there’s no time to find help. Then what?
And what if the unthinkable happens – a sudden injury, a power cut or a lift failure? These things are unexpected, but they happen. And when they do, having the right equipment ready can be the difference between chaos and control.
An Evac+Chair transforms evacuations from a panic-driven scramble into a controlled, swift and safe operation.
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Peace of mind is priceless
When your team knows exactly what to do and has the right tools, stress drops, confidence rises and lives are protected. Can you afford to wait until a crisis exposes your gaps?
The harsh truth: Without an Evac+Chair, you’re gambling with safety
Emergencies don’t care how prepared you think you are. They expose the weak spots – the people you forgot to plan for, the corners cut in safety protocols. Investing in an Evac+Chair isn’t just a purchase; it’s a powerful statement: No one gets left behind.
Ready to stop leaving safety to chance?
Don’t wait for a tragedy to make evacuation a priority. Equip your building with an Evac+Chair and build a safety culture that protects every single person inside.
Take action now. Make your evacuation plan truly inclusive and effective – because when lives are at stake, second chances don’t exist. Book a Free Evacuation Assessment today!
