Where applicable, we publish responses to requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. This one, , is detailed below.
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Ref: FOI/20108
RE: FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT 2000 REQUEST
I am writing to confirm that the West Midlands Fire Service has now completed its search for the information you requested further to your freedom of information request.
Please find below a summary of our findings.
Request
- The number of residential buildings in your authority area where a permanent ‘waking watch’ (fire wardens) are in place to ensure they meet fire safety standards
Reply
West Midlands Fire service is unaware of any permanent waking watches within our area. Current guidance, published by the NFCC – Simultaneous Evacuation Guidance 3rd addition on the 1/10/2020, states that “ Waking Watches are considered temporary measures whilst remedial work is completed.”
Request
- The number of these where the reason for the waking watch relates to concerns about the cladding/external façade of the building
Reply
Not applicable
Request
- The length of time these waking watches have been in place
Reply
Not applicable
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