What is a Self-Protection Plan?
The Self-Protection Plan (PAU) is the document that organises the human and material resources of an activity in order to prevent and control risks to people and property, and to provide an adequate response to possible emergency situations (fire, evacuation, accident, etc.).
Its content and mandatory nature are governed by the Basic Self-Protection Standard (Real Decreto 393/2007), which establishes the catalogue of activities subject to the requirement and the minimum content the plan must have.
Who is required to have one?
The activities listed in Annex I of the Basic Self-Protection Standard are required to have one, whether due to their capacity, surface area, evacuation height or risk level. These are some of the most common thresholds:
| Type of activity | From |
|---|---|
| Public assembly (indoor venues) | Capacity ≥ 2,000 people or evacuation height ≥ 28 m |
| Outdoor shows and recreational activities | Capacity ≥ 20,000 people |
| Healthcare / hospital establishments | ≥ 200 beds or ≥ 2,000 m² |
| Public residential use (hotels, residences) | ≥ 2,000 m² or evacuation height ≥ 28 m |
| Car parks | Built surface area ≥ 2,000 m² |
| Industrial and storage establishments | High intrinsic risk (according to the RSCIEI) |
Not sure whether your business is required to have one?
The thresholds depend on the specific use, the capacity and the applicable regional regulations. We review your case and confirm whether you need a Self-Protection Plan and its scope.
What does it consist of? What the plan includes
The Basic Standard sets out a specific structure for the document. A complete Self-Protection Plan includes, among others:
What do we do?
We take care of the entire process, from start to finish, so that your activity complies with the regulations without you having to worry about the technical procedures:
Frequently asked questions
Who is required to have a Self-Protection Plan?
The activities listed in Annex I of the Basic Self-Protection Standard, depending on their capacity, surface area, evacuation height or risk level.
What does a Self-Protection Plan include?
Identification of the activity, risk analysis and assessment, inventory of protection resources, emergency response plan, maintenance programme, implementation with training and drills, and plans.