Statistically
1 in 15 schools will suffer a fire. According to the DfES, 75% of all
fires reported in schools are as the result of Arson.
In 2000
the costs of fires to schools amounted to around £65m. These are
frightening statistics. Most Arson attacks happen out of hours, when the
risk of damage the property is increased, but the likelihood of causing
harm to people is low. When school hours are extended there is an
increased risk that buildings could be occupied by staff and students
when fire breaks out.