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Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
An investment in high quality evacuation chairs from K5 will be much more effective if you and your staff understand how to use our escape equipment safely and successfully. One of our comprehensive training courses can help you to feel confident and capable in any emergency situation which requires the use of an evacuation chair, wheelchair lift or stair-climber. The training provided by our highly-qualified and experienced team is organised into distinct courses, which teach the same essential skills for two different types of student. Read on to learn more.
Operator Courses
In an emergency, it is vital that all of your staff and visitors can exit your commercial or office building quickly and safely. Evacuation chairs can help you to ensure that this will happen. Operator courses give you the necessary expertise to use our evacuation equipment practically and effectively. You will gain an understanding of the responsibilities of providing an effective evacuation plan, and will learn how evacuation chairs can become part of this essential plan. Our aim is to give you the confidence you need to cope in an emergency when people are relying on your help.
Train the Trainer/Cascade Courses
Train the Trainer courses give your staff the opportunity to provide high-quality Cascade Courses within your company. If a few members of your team become qualified trainers, they can in turn train their colleagues, creating a reliable network of people who are confident in the use of evacuation chairs. This ensures that your building remains safe even when those who initially completed the training leave your company. This is a cost-effective and long-term way to ensure that you can always call upon the expertise of someone who has undergone one of our high-quality courses.
All students who complete a course with K5 will be presented with a certificate which confirms their qualification, and will have the advanced skills required to keep your building, and your team, safe. Be sure to invest in this professional training when investing in one of our evacuation chairs.
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Types of Safety Chairs
Monday, October 10th, 2011
It is the legal responsibility of commercial property owners to ensure that in the event of an emergency, all of their staff and visitors can be evacuated. As rare as these situations are, it is important to be prepared for any emergency that might arise so that should the worst happen, everyone in your building will be evacuated safely. For the highest quality safety chairs, contact the experts here at K5.
Our team are experienced in all areas of safety chair sales, maintenance and training. We can supply a wide range of safety chairs which are suitable for use in a variety of building types and are specifically designed to make the evacuation of a building much easier.
It is important as an employer that you not only fulfil your requirements to provide safety chairs, but also that you have the most reliable equipment which people can trust to get them out safely. For added peace of mind, we can also provide annual maintenance contracts to commercial clients to help ensure that your chairs are always in the very best condition.
As business owners become more aware of the importance of improving disabled access to their property and providing disability aids to their employees, it is important for them to put in place a provision for evacuation too.
You can choose from a variety of products to help you take care of your staff, including the EC1 Evacuation Chair, which offers a value for money option to give you the highest quality of safety at an affordable price, or the Xpert (CD7) which features adjustable safety straps and a comfortable seating position. The Xpert Powered chair can provide a secure evacuation solution with the added convenience of a motorised mechanism.
Whatever it is you are looking for from your safety chairs, at K5 we supply only the highest quality products, at prices which make increasing the safety of your building affordable. To give you and your staff the peace of mind of knowing you can all be evacuated effectively in an emergency, contact us today to discuss your requirements.
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Evacuation Chair Servicing and Maintenance
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
Whether you’re a business owner in a large corporation or a Head-Teacher in the village secondary school, the safety of your building’s occupants should be of paramount importance, and for this reason you should have adequate evacuation procedures in place. Along with having an evacuation procedure established for any emergency situation it’s important to ensure that you have safety equipment, such as First Aid kits and evacuation products such as an evacuation chair within the building, all of which should be serviced regularly. With the latter, our team here at K5 can assist.
For over the last six years our highly skilled, professional and experienced team have been providing businesses throughout the UK with a wide range of evacuation chairs and products which are suitable for a range of emergencies and locations. Along with providing the products to assist in an evacuation, we have a dedicated team who are able to provide an annual maintenance service, ensuring that your safety equipment is working to its optimum potential whenever it is called upon.
Our team here at K5 understand and appreciate that an evacuation chair won’t be used on a daily basis, but due to our experience and expertise within the evacuation chair industry, we also understand that you can never be certain of when you may need it. For this reason, we offer an annual service contract which aims to give you peace of mind that should you ever require the services of your evacuation chair, it’ll be in full working order and safe to use.
When taking advantage of our maintenance service you can be certain that you’ll be getting the best service available, not to mention honest advice and guidance on how best to care for your chair. Our engineers are highly qualified and have the skillsets required to provide you with an efficient maintenance service. We also carry many common parts with us, allowing us to carry out a large range of repairs that may be required there and then.
Following the service, we’ll provide a service schedule, which we ask you to sign once you’re entirely satisfied with the work which has been carried out. Our annual maintenance contract also has the added benefit of coming with a courtesy call 2-4 weeks before your evacuation chair next requires a service.
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Evacuation Chair Supplier and Training Company
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Safety in the workplace is of paramount importance, and various scenarios should be accounted for to ensure your employees’ well-being is protected at all times. In the event of a fire, you should be confident that your entire workforce is able to evacuate your premises safely and securely, including those with disabilities and reduced mobility. As a professional supplier of evacuation chair equipment which includes stair lifts and stretchers, we have the expertise to be able to supply you with an effective piece of equipment, and train you on how to use it.
Here at K5 we go the extra mile, as we are extremely passionate about the role we play in securing a working environment that is safe at all times. As such, we not only supply the equipment to keep all members of your team safe, we also teach you to use it efficiently.
By browsing through our website you will quickly realise that we have a vast array of equipment, all designed to aid in the evacuation process. However, to ensure that the operator feels confident in executing the evacuation plan, and the employee who requires the use of the evacuation chair is comfortable during the situation itself, relevant training is provided by us here at K5.
Training Programmes
Currently, we have two types of courses available for our clients; both of them are designed to teach the operator how to use the equipment. The aim of our training programmes are to instruct the user on how to:
- Use the equipment in a manner that is competent and safe
- Get into the mind-set of the individual needing the use of the emergency equipment
- Be confident using all types of emergency equipment
We achieve this through a hands on approach that involves scenarios that imitate real life situations.
If you would like further information regarding the various training and evacuation chair equipment we supply, then please do not hesitate to contact us. We have a wealth of experience in this sector, and are equipped with an abundance of knowledge surrounding your role in protecting the welfare of your employees. To get in touch, call us today on 01234 354 539.
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Selection of Evacuation Chairs Available
Monday, August 22nd, 2011
In an emergency situation, the Fire and Rescue Service recommend evacuating a building, whether a home or office block, within two minutes. Whilst in everyday situations this wouldn’t be an issue, in an emergency situation it can be, especially for those who have difficulty walking. Fortunately there are devices which are available to help with safe and efficient evacuations, and here at K5 we specialise in providing such products. One of the main products we supply to a range of businesses is that of evacuation chairs; all of which have been manufactured by some of the leading names within the industry.
Our range of chairs, from those which are battery operated through to those which need to be operated manually, are designed with safety and reliability in mind and can cater for people of all sizes; helping to ensure that in an emergency situation your premises are evacuated quickly, efficiently and safely.
Battery Operated:
One of the popular battery operated chairs which we currently have available is the EZGlide Power Evacuation Chair. This chair offers various benefits to both the operator and the person being evacuated and is highly recommended for businesses where a large amount of ground needs to be covered before the exits are reached.
The EZGlide Power Evacuation Chair offers a load capacity of thirty-five stone and has an average speed of two floors per minute with the help of its 12V rechargeable battery. If required, the chair can be manually overridden to ensure a quicker evacuation.
Manually Operated:
Here at K5 we have a wide selection of manually operated chairs, including the EC1 and the Saver Safe.
The EC1 chair is considered one of the best value for money evacuation chairs currently available. Along with offering comfort, it’s lightweight and robust and comes with a weight capacity of 165kg. For those who want to have a manual chair which offers more weight capacity, then the Saver Safe with a capacity of 180kgs is the perfect evacuation chair.
If you’d like more information surrounding the range of evacuation chairs we have available or if you’d like a quote, please contact one of our friendly, professional and experienced team by calling 01234 354538.
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Benefits of Emergency Evacuation Chairs
Monday, July 25th, 2011
In all commercial premises, whether it’s an office block, factory environment or educational building, safety and security is a must. Whilst many companies will take care of security by employing security guards, surveillance cameras and alarms, safety is often neglected. If you want to ensure your property is fully prepared for a safe evacuation in an emergency, then you should consider purchasing evacuation chairs and other evacuation products available from us here at K5.
An evacuation chair is designed to aid a safe, efficient and speedy evacuation for an array of properties and locations in an emergency situation; and as such they come with a range of benefits, including ease of use, comfort and manoeuvrability.
Ease of Use:
Whether you’re looking to install an EC1, Globex, Saver Safe or Xpert-Power evacuation chair, you’re guaranteed to be greeted with a product which is not only quick and easy to set up with limited components, but a product which is also easy to use in a variety of settings.
To help ensure you’re aware of the correct procedure for both setting up and using an evacuation chair, our professional and friendly team here at K5 offer training courses, which are designed to teach you the basics of using the products.
Manoeuvrability:
From flat ground through to stairs, the range of evacuation chairs we supply can be used in a variety of locations, so whether you’re working four floors up in an office or you’re on the first floor of a busy shop, an evacuation chair provided by us will be able to handle all scenarios.
Comfort:
Understandably, comfort isn’t at the forefront of the mind in an emergency situation, but our evacuation chairs promise to provide comfort to both those who are being evacuated and those who are using the chair, thanks to comfortable grips and padded seats.
If you’re looking to review the evacuation plans at your workplace or you’re going through an office refurbishment, then you should consider purchasing evacuation chairs from our friendly team here at K5. For more information about the products available, contact us on 01234 354539.
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Experienced Evacuation Chair Supplier
Monday, July 11th, 2011
Safety in the workplace is a statuary human right, and businesses should do their upmost to ensure that workplace safety is implemented to all levels. At K5 we understand how important the health and safety of your employees is, and as such we provide all manner of safety equipment including evacuation chairs. This enables businesses across the nation to deliver a high level of safety within their building, should an emergency situation arise.
Unfortunately for many, mobility can be limited and during an emergency situation this can affect their ability to leave a building in the same way as the other, more mobile employees. To make sure that you are offering a high level of safety for your staff, we would encourage all businesses to source emergency equipment which will aid in the evacuation of a building.
However, as one of the leading suppliers of safety equipment, we would always recommend that emergency equipment is sourced from a reliable supplier, like us at K5.
Quality Advice
A quality supplier will be able to offer you advice on the different types of emergency equipment which is available and which one would best suit your requirements. Gaining advice is essential, as only a professional can truly suggest a piece of equipment which will meet all of your specifications.
Training
With all equipment a certain level of training is necessary. Safety equipment is no exception and due to the circumstance of its predicted use, the operator must be fully trained in order to remove the individual without presenting any risks to themselves or the individual who requires assistance. The team at K5 appreciate that a high level of safety can only be achieved through comprehensive training and as such, we provide it. We offer training courses on all the equipment which we sell.
If you are seeking a professional supplier of emergency equipment, specifically evacuation chairs, then K5 are the company for you. We offer quality equipment, experienced and informative advice and training. What more could you ask for? You can contact us on 01234 354 539.
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Professional Advice on Evacuation Chairs
Monday, June 20th, 2011
For any business or public building, whether it’s a small office, a supermarket or a school, one of the worst things to happen is for a fire or emergency which causes an evacuation to take place. It’s therefore not surprising that every business, school, etc throughout the country has an evacuation procedure in place, which is constantly updated to ensure that should an emergency situation arise, people can be removed from the building quickly and safely. Along with having procedures in place, it’s also important to ensure that suitable equipment such as evacuation chairs are in place and that people know how to use these correctly.
Here at K5, we’re one of the UK’s leading providers of such products, and along with supplying a wide range of evacuation chairs and various other evacuation products, we also offer expert and professional training and advice to ensure that they’re used safely and effectively.
Our professional advice which is based upon our experience within the industry comes in the form of hands on training, which will provide you with everything you require to ensure that come a real life emergency, staff within your premises are fully aware how an evacuation chair works and how to use it safely.
The advice and training that we provide not only provides the relevant information to ensure that our evacuation chairs are used safely and effectively, but they’re also designed to give everyone an idea of what it’s like to be in an evacuation chair, as we believe this helps give a clear understanding and appreciation of how to use the product safely and securely.
You can never be certain when you may require the services of an evacuation chair or product, so for businesses who are currently undergoing an refurbishment, Glasgow, Wales, London or anywhere in the country, we highly recommend purchasing an adequate number of evacuation chairs and products.
If you’d like to take part in one of our next training courses or would like more advice on how to safely use evacuation chairs, guidance on how many you’d require for the size of your building or which evacuation products can be utilised most effectively in your premises, please contact us on 01234 354539.
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Suppliers of Safety Chairs
Monday, June 6th, 2011
It is a legal requirement for premises across the UK to provide effective modes of evacuation for the occupants of the building. This should include specialist modes of evacuation equipment designed for those with limited or no mobility, to ensure that they are evacuated from a building safely and securely. At K5 we understand the importance that the correct equipment, such as safety chairs and training, can have in an emergency situation, and therefore continuously endeavour to deliver high quality products, extensive training programmes and rigorous maintenance checks to ensure a high level of safety.
The safety chair, otherwise known as an evacuation chair, enables safe transportation from a building in an emergency situation. In the event that there is a fire or other emergency situation, all buildings should have an evacuation process in place. An individual evacuation plan should be given to disabled people alongside the appropriate equipment and exit route.
Evacuation plans have to be present in both commercial and industrial buildings. An evacuation chairs is an effective way to help evacuate a disabled person from a building. Currently we have a vast assortment of styles, shapes and sizes here at K5, with an array of different features, so finding one for your set purpose is simple.
If space is in short supply, then we have folding evacuation chairs. This is an ideal space saving feature on some of our evacuation chairs, and their ability to fold means they can be stored in a designated place with ease.
Safety chairs are essential for providing those who are disabled with a secure mode of evacuation from a building during an emergency situation. Here at K5 we don’t just supply the products, but we also have various services which focus on training the handler on the correct use and maintenance the evacuation chair. If you would like more information regarding all of our services, then visit our website or phone us on 01234 354 539.
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How do Evacuation Chairs Work?
Monday, May 23rd, 2011
Whether you’re a small office with limited staff, or a large corporate company who have a regular foot flow of customers throughout the day, it’s important you have contingency plans in place should an emergency happen during working hours. Many businesses will carry out regular fire tours ensuring everyone is aware of the nearest fire exits and procedures that are in place; but along with such plans it’s important that you have specialist equipment such as evacuation chairs which will help with a safe and efficient evacuation process.
Here at K5 we’ve been providing businesses throughout the country with a wide range of evacuation products, including evac chairs since the early 2000’s, as we understand the importance of a quick and efficient evacuation in an emergency situation.
On first appearances the evacuation chair may not look as though it’ll be very sturdy, but they’ve been designed to safely hold loading weights up to and exceeding 150kg – through proper use they can drastically reduce the evacuation time.
By gripping onto the stairs and effectively turning them into a ramp to allow for a smooth, safe and controlled dismount, the chairs we supply are guaranteed to ensure those that have difficulty getting up and down stairs don’t struggle in an emergency situation.
To ensure the user is safe and secure during the evacuation, all chairs come complete with safety straps and a range of breaking systems which can be utilised by the person being evacuated and those assisting.
Our team at K5 are not only able to supply you with a range of evacuation products, but we’re also on hand to provide training for the safe use of such products. So should an emergency occur in your premises, your staff will be aware of how to safely use the products. If you’d like to receive training on the safe use of evacuation chairs or you wish to purchase a variety of specialist evacuation products, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our online enquiry form.
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