ANNEX IMINIMUM SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR WORKPLACES USED FOR THE FIRST TIME, AS REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 3 OF THE DIRECTIVE
5.Fire detection and fire fighting
5.1.
Depending on the dimensions and use of the buildings, the equipment they contain, the physical and chemical properties of the substances present and the maximum potential number of people present, workplaces must be equipped with appropriate fire-fighting equipment and, as necessary, with fire detectors and alarm systems.
5.2.
Non-automatic fire-fighting equipment must be easily accessible and simple to use.
The equipment must be indicated by signs in accordance with the national regulations transposing Directive 77/576/EEC into law.
Such signs must be placed at appropriate points and be made to last.