PEEPs Information & Guidance
This website aims to provide you with useful and current information about Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs), including practical help and guidance for employers, building managers, safety teams, and anyone responsible for safe and inclusive evacuation procedures.
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans Made Simple
Comprehensive guidance, free templates, and expert advice to help you create, implement, and maintain compliant Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans across all UK sectors.
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What is a PEEP
Learn the basics and
legal requirements
Step-by-step Guide
Find out how to create your first PEEP with our step-by-step guide
Legal Framework
UK fire safety law
and obligations
Sector Guides
Workplace, education,
healthcare & more
PEEPs Information & Guidance
New Legal Requirements from April 2026
The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 came into force on 6 April 2026.
Landlords and building managers of residential buildings 18m+ (or 11-18m with simultaneous evacuation) must now create Residential PEEPs for relevant residents.
Learn About the Regulations →Residential Buildings New
Legal compliance for landlords and residential property managers.
- 2025 Regulations explained
- PCFRA process guidance
- Resident consent procedures
- Fire Service information sharing
Fire Safety Professionals
Technical guidance and best practice case studies.
- Advanced implementation
- Audit templates
- Regulatory updates
- Expert resources
Employers & HR
Fulfill your legal duties under the Equality Act 2010 and Fire Safety Order 2005.
- Legal requirements explained
- Workplace PEEP templates
- Staff training guidance
- Risk assessment tools
Building Managers
Implement effective evacuation procedures across your premises.
- Multi-occupancy guidance
- Equipment recommendations
- Refuge area specifications
- Coordination protocols
Educational Settings
Sector-specific guidance for schools, colleges, and universities.
- Student-focused PEEPs
- Staff responsibilities
- Ofsted compliance
- Emergency procedures
Healthcare Facilities
Specialised guidance for hospitals, care homes, and medical settings.
- Patient-specific needs
- Clinical considerations
- Equipment requirements
- CQC compliances
Individuals
Understand your rights and what to expect from your PEEP.
- Know your rights
- What to request
- Disability guidance
- Communication tips
Everything You Need in One Place
From understanding the basics to implementing complex evacuation strategies, we’ve covered every aspect of PEEPs.
Clear Legal Guidance
Plain English explanations of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Equality Act 2010, and Building Safety Act 2022 requirements.
Free Templates & Tools
Downloadable PEEP templates, risk assessment forms, training checklists, and audit tools – all ready to use and customisable.
Step-by-Step Guides
Complete walkthroughs from initial assessment to implementation, covering every stage of the PEEP creation process
Sector-Specific Advice
Tailored guidance for workplaces, schools, healthcare, residential buildings, and public venues – addressing unique challenges in each sector.
Equipment & Technology
Comprehensive information on evacuation chairs, refuge areas, alarm systems, and assistive technology to support safe evacuation.
Regular Updates
Stay informed with the latest regulatory changes, court cases, industry developments, and fire safety best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a PEEP?
A PEEP is a personalised plan that outlines how someone with a disability, impairment, or temporary injury will safely evacuate a building in an emergency. It identifies the person’s specific needs and the assistance required.
Who needs a PEEP?
Anyone who cannot evacuate independently during an emergency, including people with mobility impairments, visual or hearing impairments, cognitive disabilities, temporary injuries, or pregnant individuals in later stages.
Who is responsible for creating a PEEP?
Typically the employer, building manager, or institution (like a university) is responsible for developing PEEPs in consultation with the individual. The person requiring assistance should be involved in creating their own plan.
What should a PEEP include?
Key elements include the person’s location(s) in the building, nature of their disability/limitation, evacuation route and alternatives, assistance needed, designated helpers/buddies, communication methods during evacuation, and location of refuge areas or safe zones.
Are PEEPs legally required?
In many jurisdictions, yes. Employers and building managers have legal duties under disability discrimination and health and safety laws to ensure everyone can evacuate safely.
What about visitors with disabilities?
Buildings should have generic emergency plans for visitors and clear procedures for assisting them, though individual PEEPs typically cover regular occupants like employees or students.
How often should PEEPs be reviewed?
They should be reviewed regularly (at least annually), whenever the person’s needs change, after building modifications, or following evacuation drills.