Fire Risk Assessment & Property Compliance
We provide professional Fire Risk Assessments to help you protect your building, stay compliant with the law, and keep your people safe.
What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
A Fire Risk Assessment is a careful look at your building from a fire prevention standpoint. It identifies potential fire hazards and outlines the exact steps you need to take to improve your fire safety.
Why Is It a Legal Requirement?
If you are responsible for a building - such as an employer, owner, or landlord - you have a legal duty to make sure a competent person completes a Fire Risk Assessment.
- When a Written Record is Required: If your business has 5 or more employees, or holds a business license, your assessment must be a written record by law.
- Regular Reviews: You must review your assessment every year, or whenever you make major changes to the building layout.
- Business Protection: Most businesses never fully recover after a major fire. Proper prevention protects your livelihood as well as your property.
Important Safety Note: Failing to meet your legal fire safety duties can lead to severe penalties, including heavy fines and potential prison time.
Fire Risk Assessment & Property Compliance FAQs
Q: What is a fire risk assessment?
A: It is a detailed review of a building to look for fire hazards. It helps you understand how to keep people safe and prevent a fire from starting.
Q: Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?
A: Yes. All business premises, shops, offices, and blocks of flats must have a valid fire risk assessment by law.
Q: How often should a fire risk assessment be updated?
A: It should be reviewed every year, or sooner if you make major changes to the building. A brand-new assessment is usually done every 3 years.
Q: What does property compliance mean?
A: Property compliance means making sure your building follows all health and safety laws. This includes fire safety, asbestos management, and electrical checks.
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