Fire safety - Fire risk assessment
Fire risk assessment When your fire risk assessment is due for review or you're starting one from scratch, you must re-evaluate all the different elements such as the alarm system, fire extinguishers, staff training and record keeping. Use our form to... Read more
UPDATED30 Aug 2024
Guide to selecting a fire risk assessorSelecting the right fire risk assessor will ensure that you meet your legal duties and keep occupants safe. Use our guide to help in the selection process.Choose wiselyEmployers and other responsible persons mus... Read more
06 Sep 2021
Categories of fire alarm systemIf you were told that you needed an L1, LD2 or a P2 fire alarm system, would you know what it meant? Our information sheet explains it all. What's covered?Fire specialists, including the enforcing authorities, use fire ... Read more
06 Mar 2020
Fire risk assessment preparation questionnaireWhen a fire risk assessment is carried out for your premises there are a number of records and documents which need to be checked. Use our questionnaire to save time on the day.Where to startWhen auditors... Read more
27 Feb 2018
Guide to using our fire risk assessment systemWe have developed two alternative systems for fire risk assessment (FRA), suited for both small and large premises. To explain how to use the various documents we've written a short guide.Why do you need a... Read more
05 Jan 2018
Fire precautions - means of escapeEnsuring that your premises has adequate means of escape is about the most critical part of your fire risk assessment. Use our form to record what's in place and check that it's suitable.How to use the formMeans of esc... Read more
12 Jan 2017
Fire risk assessment conclusionWhen you undertake a fire risk assessment, part of the process involves risk rating. Why should you do this and how can you go about it? Our document will help.When to use this documentThe purpose of a fire risk assessm... Read more
28 Nov 2016
Arson prevention checklistAround 40% of fires in commercial buildings are started deliberately. To reduce the risk to your business, review your arrangements using our checklist. Why use it?Although the majority of arson attacks are carried out by ju... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Corrective action reportWhen you've assessed the risk of fire on your premises, the next stage is to put together an improvement plan. Our corrective action report will help you to cover all that's required.Where does this form fit in?Our fire risk ass... Read more
30 Mar 2015
Fire risk assessment - scale drawingUse our scale drawing document to create a plan of your building showing the location of fire hazards, fire fighting equipment, escape routes etc. why you need onePutting together a fire plan of your premises fulfi... Read more
02 Jul 2014