Fire Risk Assessments
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person for non-domestic premises to carry out a fire risk assessment. Our qualified assessors deliver thorough, compliant assessments that identify hazards, evaluate risks, and provide practical recommendations.
What Is a Fire Risk Assessment?
A fire risk assessment is a systematic evaluation of premises to identify fire hazards, evaluate the risk to people, and determine appropriate fire safety measures. The assessment considers sources of ignition, fuel, and oxygen; building construction and compartmentation; means of escape; fire detection and warning systems; firefighting equipment; and management procedures. The output is a documented assessment with an action plan prioritising required improvements.
When Is a Fire Risk Assessment Required?
- For all non-domestic premises (offices, shops, factories, warehouses)
- For Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
- For common areas of residential buildings
- After significant changes to premises, use, or occupancy
- Following a fire incident or near miss
- When the previous assessment is outdated (typically review annually)
Who Needs a Fire Risk Assessment?
- Employers responsible for workplace premises
- Commercial landlords and property managers
- HMO landlords and managing agents
- Freeholders/management companies for residential blocks
- Educational establishments
- Healthcare premises
- Hospitality and retail operators
What You Receive
- Comprehensive fire risk assessment report
- Hazard identification and risk evaluation
- Assessment of existing fire safety measures
- Prioritised action plan with recommendations
- Emergency evacuation procedure review
- Documentation supporting regulatory compliance
- Guidance for periodic review and update
Our Assessment Process
Information Gathering
We collect information about your premises, occupancy, existing fire safety measures, and any previous assessments or fire incidents.
Site Inspection
Our qualified assessors conduct a thorough inspection of the premises, evaluating fire hazards, escape routes, detection systems, and management arrangements.
Risk Evaluation
We assess the likelihood and potential consequences of fire, considering the nature of occupants and existing control measures.
Report & Action Plan
You receive a comprehensive report with findings, risk ratings, and a prioritised action plan for addressing identified issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?
Fire risk assessments should be reviewed regularly — typically annually — and updated whenever significant changes occur to the premises, occupancy, or use. The RRO requires the assessment to be kept up to date.
Who is the responsible person?
The responsible person is typically the employer, owner, landlord, or occupier who has control of the premises. In residential blocks, this is usually the freeholder, management company, or managing agent.
What qualifications do your assessors hold?
Our fire risk assessors hold relevant qualifications recognised by the fire safety industry, with experience in the types of premises we assess.
Do you assess HMOs and residential blocks?
Yes. We conduct fire risk assessments for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and the common areas of residential buildings including blocks of flats.
What happens if significant risks are identified?
Our action plan prioritises identified risks. We can discuss findings with you and provide guidance on implementing recommended improvements. Some actions may require immediate attention.
Can you help implement the action plan recommendations?
We provide guidance on addressing recommendations. For specific improvements (such as fire door replacement or alarm upgrades), we can recommend specialist contractors.
Fire Risk Assessments Across the UK
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