Fire Risk Assessments

Since the introduction of Fire Risk Assessments in 2005 businesses, organisations and landlords have to carry out Fire Risk Assessments. The responsibility for fire safety now lies fully with the 'responsible person', usually the owner of a business or person in charge of an organisation. The government has provided free downloadable guides for different industries and building types. These guides help the responsible person to fulfill their responsibilities and recommend minimum standards in terms of fire safety products installed. Businesses are given a great deal more freedom in deciding their best fire safety provisions but should something go wrong or if the risk assessment is only done superficially, there are heavy fines for the responsible person. Businesses with more complex buildings and processes should consider using an external fire risk assessor.

However, to help you with your fire risk assessments, we have created a fire risk assessment form which can be downloaded for free.