Evac+Chair supports evacuation planning at Birmingham office hub
Iain Hoey
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Evac+Chair added at Birmingham workspace
10X by Spacemade has installed an Evac+Chair 300H at its Brindley Place site in Birmingham as part of its emergency evacuation provision.
Evac+Chair said the chair was installed in collaboration with the flexible office space, which opened to businesses in Birmingham in 2023.
The site includes private offices and co-working space, meeting rooms, an events space, a gym, a bouldering wall and rooftop terrace are also available for occupants.
The installed model is the Evac+Chair 300H which Evac+Chair describe as a light and easy-to-use evacuation chair suited to commercial settings.
10X by Spacemade is currently home to 74 businesses.
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Claire Blakemore, Managing Director of Evac+Chair said: “It’s vital that everyone has access to a safe means of evacuation in an emergency at work, and we’re pleased to see that the team at Spacemade share our commitment to inclusivity.
“The Evac+Chair 300H can be easily used by a single operator, making it the ideal choice for offices and commercial spaces.
“Not only can this model be used for evacuation purposes, but it can also in the event of lift failures or health emergencies too.
“Keeping people safe should be the top priority for all employers, and we’re looking forward to seeing Evac+Chair in even more office spaces in Birmingham and throughout the UK.”
Becky Thorn, Senior Community Manager at 10X by Spacemade, said: “Our 10X community is growing by the day and is home to so many diverse members with different needs.
“The safety of our members always comes first, so installing an Evac+Chair was the next step in our commitment to safety for everyone.
“The chair has given us peace of mind that in the event of an emergency, those members who need assistance can be evacuated safely and promptly.”
Evac+Chair has been part of the Allvida Group since 2022 and operates in more than 70 countries.
The company said it holds ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 accreditations.
The installation adds a dedicated evacuation chair to a workspace in the centre of Birmingham used by dozens of businesses.