🧯 Caban Heli – Fire Safety Compliance
This page contains all fire safety information and documentation for Caban Heli. Fire safety compliance supports safe operation for all users of the building, including Derwen, Sea Jay Marine, and the proposed four retail/commercial units.
Fire safety is managed by Plas Heli Cyf and includes statutory inspections, alarm servicing, extinguisher maintenance, and emergency preparedness.
Fire Alarm System Overview
Caban Heli is equipped with a modern fire alarm system providing coverage throughout the building. The main fire alarm control panel is located next to the front door, allowing quick access for staff, contractors, and emergency services.
- Fire Alarm Panel Location: Inside the main entrance, next to the front door
- System Type: Hard‑wired fire alarm system with detectors and sounders throughout
- Coverage: Full building coverage including Stiwdio Heli
Fire Alarm Servicing
The fire alarm system is serviced annually by qualified electrical contractors. The most recent servicing was completed in September 2026.
Servicing Contractor – Fire Alarm
- Hughes A Williams – Electrical Contractors
- Registered Office: Iocws, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5TY
- Email:
- Telephone: (01758) 612621
- Contacts: Dafydd – 07813 008479, Arwel – 07789 300525
Fire Extinguisher Servicing
All fire extinguishers at Caban Heli are serviced annually in July by Tan Llyn. This ensures that extinguishers remain fully operational and compliant with statutory requirements.
Servicing Contractor – Fire Extinguishers
- Tan Llyn – Fire Extinguisher Servicing
- Contact: Hanna Williams
- Telephone: 07920 067855
Fire Safety Equipment
Fire safety equipment is installed throughout Caban Heli and maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and manufacturer guidance.
- Smoke and heat detectors throughout the building
- Manual call points at key exit locations
- Fire extinguishers (water, CO₂, foam) located in designated positions
- Emergency lighting in circulation areas and escape routes
Fire Safety Inspections
Fire safety inspections are carried out in accordance with statutory requirements and include:
- Annual fire alarm servicing
- Annual fire extinguisher servicing
- Monthly emergency lighting checks
- Routine visual inspections by Plas Heli staff
Fire Safety Documentation
- Fire Alarm Commissioning Certificate - 2024 Certificate
- Fire Alarm Service Certificates -
- Fire Extinguisher Service Records - Certificate of Maintenance 2026
- Emergency Lighting Test Logs
- Fire Risk Assessment
- Contractor Accreditation
Fire Risk Assessment – Caban Heli
This Fire Risk Assessment provides a clear, operational overview of fire hazards, people at risk, existing controls, and additional measures required to ensure safe use of Caban Heli. It reflects the building’s actual layout and usage by Derwen, Sea Jay Marine, Plas Heli events, contractors, and visitors.
1. Premises Overview
- Ground Floor – Derwen: Lobby with two external doors, hall, two toilets, main meeting room with multiple external doors.
- Ground Floor – Plas Heli Events: Shower rooms with separate access and no crossover with Derwen or Sea Jay.
- Sea Jay Marine: One workshop room and a toilet, separate entrance, no crossover with Derwen or Plas Heli showers.
- First Floor: Landing with external fire escape, three meeting rooms, toilet.
- Restricted Areas: Attic storage and boiler room (Plas Heli team only).
- Fire Alarm Panel: Located in the main hall (Derwen area).
- Staffing: No Plas Heli staff routinely present; Derwen staff on site during operational hours.
2. People at Risk
- Derwen learners and support staff.
- Sea Jay Marine personnel.
- Plas Heli event users (shower rooms only).
- Contractors and visitors.
- Higher‑risk groups: children, vulnerable adults, individuals unfamiliar with the building layout.
3. Fire Hazards Identified
- Ignition sources: electrical equipment, heaters, distribution boards.
- Fuel sources: soft furnishings, stored materials, packaging, paper waste.
- Oxygen sources: natural ventilation, open external doors.
- Not present: no cooking appliances, no workshop machinery, no oils stored on site.
4. Existing Fire Safety Measures
- Hard‑wired fire alarm system with detectors and sounders.
- Manual call points at exit locations.
- Emergency lighting throughout circulation areas.
- Fire extinguishers (water, CO₂, foam) in designated positions.
- Annual alarm servicing (Hughes A Williams).
- Annual extinguisher servicing (Tan Llyn).
- Routine visual checks by Derwen staff and Plas Heli operations team.
- All external doors fitted with thumb‑turn locks for easy exit.
5. Assessment of Risk
- Likelihood: Low to Medium (mixed‑use building, electrical equipment).
- Consequences: High (vulnerable persons, multiple exit routes).
- Overall Risk Rating: Medium – requires ongoing management and routine checks.
6. Additional Controls Required
- Maintain clear escape routes at all times.
- Ensure external doors remain unobstructed.
- Continue emergency lighting testing and alarm testing schedule.
- Maintain annual electrical inspection (EICR) and PAT testing.
- Sea Jay Marine: maintain good housekeeping and clear access to exits.
- Events: ensure shower‑room users know exit routes and assembly point.
7. Emergency Procedures
- Raise the alarm immediately.
- Evacuate via nearest safe exit.
- Proceed to the designated assembly point.
- Derwen staff or Duty Manager to call 999.
- Do not re‑enter the building until authorised.
- Record incident in Duty Manager or Derwen log.
8. Assembly Point
Main Assembly Point: South side of the building, adjacent to the Hafan Marina building (clear, open, visible).
9. Document Control
Document Title: Caban Heli – Fire Risk Assessment
Version: 1.1 (updated with building layout and refined hazard profile)
Status: This Fire Risk Assessment is currently under review as part of Plas Heli’s ongoing fire safety compliance programme, and in response to changing occupancy arrangements within Caban Heli.
Review Cycle: Annual or following significant change
Prepared by: Plas Heli Operations
Next Scheduled Review: 2027
Plas Heli is currently converting paper-based fire safety documents into digital format. Items will be uploaded here as they become available.
If you require a specific fire safety certificate urgently, please contact the Plas Heli office.