Fire Risk Assessments
Fire risk assessments are a comprehensive inspection of your premises, both inside and out, to identify potential fire hazards and risks. The ultimate goal is to eliminate or minimise these risks to a safe and acceptable level, ensuring that your property is equipped with adequate fire protection measures that meet legal requirements.
Our Fire Risk Assessments Service
We make sure your building is up to standard, identifying any risks at an early stage and creating a solid evacuation plan and fire strategy. An effective fire risk assessment and fire strategy can be the difference between life and death.
We're experts in this field and we're on hand to make sure your fire risk assessments are detailed, thorough, and smooth. We aim for efficiency and make it as straightforward as possible for all involved.
Certified Experts
Certified experts, meaning that we can help your business stay fire safety compliant at all times.
Professional Surveyors
Our expert team carries out detailed and in-depth assessments of your building to identify fire safety issues.
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Optimising your building's fire safety and security to the highest possible manufacturing standards.
Why Do I Need Fire Risk Assessments?
Did you know that a fire risk assessment is required by law? The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 mandates that individuals with any level of control over an organisation or premises must take reasonable measures to minimize the risk of fire and ensure safe evacuation procedures in the event of a fire.
It is important for companies and individuals to conduct an assessment to ensure proper fire protection. However, it is necessary to hire an independent, certified, and regulated fire protection specialist, such as Element PFP, to complete this assessment.
Who is Responsible for a Risk Assessment?
If you are an employer, owner, landlord, occupier, or someone with control over non-domestic premises, then you are considered the "Responsible Person" for fire safety. This includes facilities managers, building managers, managing agents, or risk assessors.
Therefore, anyone who fits the aforementioned descriptions or has similar responsibilities within your company can be held accountable and appointed to schedule and reserve a fire risk evaluation for your establishment.
Fire Risk Assessments FAQs
You are required to have a Risk Assessment every 12 months by law! The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, means that any person who has some level of control in an organisation and/or over premises must take reasonable steps to reduce the risk of fire. Fire Compartmenation & Fire Door Surveys aren't required by law but are typically required as a result of the FRA.
The Fire Risk Assessment covers areas in Fire Compartmentation and Fire Doors but this covers only samples of some areas in the building, therefore any defects identified in these areas could be present throughout the building. Having a Fire Compartmentation or Fire Door Survey means we can confirm whether the rest of the building needs any remedial work by surveying all of the concerned areas.
Once we have completed our survey, you will receive an executive summary, which will provide you with an overview of our findings once the survey is conducted. You will also receive an in-depth survey report and itemised cost breakdown along with a formal quotation letter within 7 business days.
Why a Professional Fire Risk Assessment Matters
A fire risk assessment is not simply a box-ticking exercise; it’s a very important safeguarding process for both human life and your property. Under UK law (Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005), the “responsible person” must ensure that a property is assessed for fire risks, that findings are recorded, and that actions are taken to reduce hazards.
When conducted by trained professionals, a risk assessment brings the technical knowledge and experience needed to spot hazards that could otherwise be missed, whether that’s ineffective escape routes, ignition sources, inadequate detection systems, or vulnerabilities in compartmentation. It ensures your fire safety measures are not just present, but effective, maintained and legally defensible.
Fire Risk Assessment Benefits to Your Business or Property
By having a professional fire risk assessment, you not only meet your legal duty, but you also protect your people, property, reputation, and finances. Regular risk assessments help prevent fire loss, reduce the likelihood of business interruptions, and can lead to lower insurance premiums by demonstrating you take safety seriously.
Additionally, with thorough documentation and proper assessment, you gain peace of mind knowing that your building is safer and that you have evidence to show to inspectors, tenants, or stakeholders that you are compliant. This is especially important for landlords, public buildings or large shared spaces, where scrutiny is higher.
When Should You Review or Repeat Your Assessment
Fire risk assessments aren’t a “once and done" process. They require follow-ups and renewal depending on the following circumstances:
- At least annually, to check that nothing has changed materially in the building’s layout, occupancy, or usage;
- Whenever you undertake renovations, fit-outs, or structural changes;
- When new fire safety regulations or guidance are published;
- After any fire incident or near-miss;
- If the way the building is used changes (for example, a shift from storage to human-occupied areas).
These review points help ensure the assessment remains relevant and up-to-date, so that risks do not creep in over time, and that compliance is sustained.
Choosing the Right Fire Risk Assessor
Not all fire risk assessors are equal. You should look for someone who is truly competent, with relevant qualifications, experience (especially with your building type or sector), up-to-date knowledge of current regulations, and a proven track record. Bodies like the Fire Protection Association (FPA) provide standards and guidance on what “suitable and sufficient” assessments should include.
Also, check that they provide thorough, clear written reports, include actionable recommendations, assist with follow-up, and help embed fire safety into your ongoing property management. Finally, make sure their approach isn’t just about ticking boxes; it should be about real health, safety, legal protection, and proactive risk reduction.
Here at Element PFP, we are confident we can fit all of these criteria to offer you the best fire risk assessment.