Community Risk Management Plan.
Community Risk Management Plan
Consultation opens 8 December – your voice matters
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Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is preparing to launch a new Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), and we want you to be part of shaping it.
Our formal public consultation will run from 8 December to 12 January.
Check back here on 8 December to take part and have your say.
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Help us help you.
The decisions we make today will shape the safety of Northumberland for years to come.
Why do we produce a Community Risk Management Plan?
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Every fire and rescue service in England must produce a CRMP, as set out in the Fire and Rescue National Framework for England (2018). This ensures we are delivering a modern, effective, and accountable service.
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The framework sets out five key responsibilities that every fire and rescue authority must meet:
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Fire prevention, protection and response:
Making the right provision for preventing emergencies, protecting people and property, and responding to all fire and rescue incidents. -
Understanding risk:
Identifying and assessing the full range of foreseeable risks that may affect our communities. -
Collaboration:
Working closely with other emergency services and partners to improve efficiency and effectiveness. -
Accountability:
Being open, transparent, and answerable to the communities we serve. -
A professional and resilient workforce:
Developing and maintaining a skilled, flexible, diverse and resilient team.​
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Our CRMP brings all of this together into a single, public plan that sets out how we will continue to keep Northumberland safe, now and in the future.
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How do we develop the CRMP?
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Producing the CRMP involves several key stages:
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Identifying existing and emerging risks across Northumberland
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Evaluating how effectively we manage these risks
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Identifying opportunities for improvement or change
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Setting policies, priorities and standards
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Determining the resources we need to deliver a safe and effective service
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Consulting with our communities, partners and staff before any final decisions are made
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How you can get involved
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Our consultation opens 8th December.
On that date, you will be able to:
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Read the full draft CRMP
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Complete an online consultation survey
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Learn about opportunities to attend in-person or virtual engagement events
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Share your thoughts, concerns and ideas
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Please check back here on 8 December to take part.
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Together, we can build a safer Northumberland.
Your voice matters.
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