Fire Risk Assessments can be an extremely complex and confusing process and the detail that is required can be intricate and exhaustive.
Commercial / industrial Risk Assessments
A risk assessment on a commercial building is a detailed examination aimed at identifying fire hazards, evaluating the risks associated with those hazards, and implementing measures to mitigate the risks to ensure the safety of occupants. This assessment is crucial for compliance with fire safety regulations and standards.
Based on the type of building you have, we’ll apply the most appropriate and tailored guidance, supplied by the government, to suit your specific premises.
All guidance is available for free on the government website. Fire safety: guidance for those with legal duties
Residential Risk Assessments
Our residential assessments are carried out using relevant regulations and guidance, such as the Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and LACoRS Housing Fire Safety.
Type 1
A Type 1 risk assessment usually involves a visual inspection of the communal areas of a residential building, including hallways, staircases, and shared facilities. This type of assessment is designed to identify fire risks, evaluate the adequacy of protective measures, and ensure safe evacuation in case of a fire.
Type 3
A Type 3 risk assessment is a more detailed evaluation. It includes everything covered in a Type 1 assessment but extends to the interior of individual flats, apartments, and/or bedrooms, with a focus on assessing the means of escape and the potential for fire spread within the private dwellings. It is common for a House of Multiple Occupancy (HMO’s) to undertake this type of assessment.
