Evacuation Chairs

Folding Evacuation Chairs for Safe & Efficient Emergency Exits

At The Ramp People, we offer a premium range of folding evacuation chairs, specifically designed to provide a safe and efficient way for wheelchair users and individuals with limited mobility to evacuate buildings in an emergency. Whether for commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, or public spaces, our chairs ensure a quick, secure, and reliable evacuation solution when every second counts.

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What is an emergency evacuation chair?

An emergency evacuation chair is designed to assist those with limited mobility, including wheelchair users, to safely exit a building during an emergency. They may be used in the event of a fire, natural disaster or if the lift breaks down unexpectedly. They are often purchased for offices buildings, shopping centres, schools, hotels, healthcare facilities, care homes, hospitals and more.

Are buildings legally required to have an evacuation chair?

If you are an employer, the owner, the landlord or an occupier of a non-domestic premises or business are responsible for fire safety and are required to undertake fire risk assessments of the premises and put into place appropriate fire safety measures. If you have staircases and lifts in the building, an evacuation chair is one option to provide a safe evacuation route for those with disabilities.

I am considering purchasing an evacuation chair. How easy are evacuation chairs to use?

Evacuation chairs are designed to be quick and easy to deploy in the event of an emergency; most are designed to be operated by just one person. The chairs are also provided with instructions to ensure you can train your staff to use the chairs in advance so they are prepared if an emergency occurs.

Where should an evacuation chair be stored in a building?

It is recommended that evacuation chairs are stored close to the staircase and easily visible in the event of an emergency. Most opt to secure the chair to a wall using a wall-mounted bracket.

Can evacuation chairs be used to go up and down staircases?

Most evacuation chairs are designed to be used to go down staircases. The Spencer PRO SKID-E Evacuation Chair is designed to be used to go up or down staircases.

Explore Our High-Quality Evacuation Chairs

Our 4-wheeled evacuation chairs include solutions manufactured in the UK and those built to the highest safety standards. The compact chairs are designed to be easily accessible in the event of emergency and are provided with full user instructions.

Key Features of Our Evacuation Chairs for Stairs:

Folding & Space-Saving Design – Easily stored with a wall-mounted bracket and protective covers available.

Smooth Stairway Descent – Designed for controlled movement, ensuring safe and stable evacuation.

Durable & High-Safety Standards – CE marked compliant solutions, crafted for reliability in emergency situations.

1-Year Warranty for Peace of Mind – Backed by a comprehensive one-year warranty, ensuring confidence in your purchase.

Why Choose The Ramp People?

Top-Quality & UK-Made – Our 4-wheeled evacuation chairs are built to exceptional safety standards, ensuring maximum reliability when it matters most.

Practical & Ready for Use – Wall sign, fitted cover, and wall-mounted bracket are available, making storage and visibility effortless in any environment.

Expert Advice & Support – Our team is here to help you select the right evacuation chair to meet your building’s safety and compliance requirements.

Browse our collection today and ensure a safe and efficient evacuation solution for your building! To learn about Evacuation Chairs and legal requirements, visit our Evacuation Chairs: Legislation and Guidance page