Mr

[Guest Mike]

On the 20th of March, while performing routine maintenance, I was checking the hot water temperature of the boiler. To safely reduce the temperature, I left the hot water tap running. After about five minutes, the fire alarm went off. I immediately informed the office staff, who checked the fire panel and confirmed it was linked to the utility room. I suspected the steam might have triggered the alarm, so I went to the utility room, turned off the tap, and ventilated the area. Once the smoke detector was off, I returned to the panel to silence and reset it.

 

Following this incident, the management conducted an investigation and determined it as gross misconduct, leading to my dismissal.

 

I am seeking guidance on how to address this situation. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[Mike North]

Consult a soliciter,  but if thats the way they treat stff then your wall out of it

[AnthonyB]

It sounds a bit harsh, particularly if it's the only time you've caused this - you need specialist advice beyond that a fire safety forum can give.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/dismissal/check-your-rights-if-youre-dismissed/check-if-your-dismissal-is-fair/