Commercial Fire Risk Assessments

Commercial fire risk assessment & safety regulations in the UK

Beyond ensuring the safety of your commercial building, conducting a fire risk assessment can also shield you from potentially expensive legal penalties.

The following fire safety legislations mandate that all types of buildings (excluding domestic residential properties) in the UK undergo a thorough fire risk assessment:

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (England and Wales)
The Fire Safety Regulations 2006 (Scotland)
The Fire Safety Regulations 2010 (Northern Ireland)

This requirement is applicable to public and commercial properties, covering offices, factories, schools, warehouses, hospitals, retail outlets, and other licensed premises.

Landlords and property owners bear the responsibility of ensuring the safety of their tenants in relation to fire-related incidents. Ideally, a comprehensive fire risk assessment should be conducted annually to guarantee optimal protection.

Importance of a Fire Risk Assessment

Fostering a Culture of Fire Safety

Conducting a fire risk assessment lets you to provide tenants with crucial safety instructions and training in the event of a fire. Embracing a fire safety culture not only minimizes incidents but also adds to the overall well-being of everyone involved.

Mitigating Property Risks

Our assessors inspect various fire hazards, including heaters, lighting, and fuel sources. Timely identification and resolution of these issues can effectively reduce risk levels, thereby enhancing the safety of your property.

Trusted Fire Risk Assessors

At PropCert, our team of surveyors is certified and well-trained to deliver thorough fire risk assessment reports. With a commitment to a swift turnaround time and attention to detail, we prioritize providing the highest level of care to our customers and their properties.

What a fire risk covers

Efficiency of fire detection and warning systems
Accessibility of emergency exits and routes (including evacuation plans)
Maintenance and testing of firefighting equipment
Any flammable goods and storage that may be at risk
Proper fire safety training for the building’s occupants

Why PropCert?

Since 2010, we have been providing you with Fire risk assessments, EPCs, EICRs, CP12s and lots more. We’ll take the stress out of getting certified, keep you compliant and your tenants safe.

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Commercial Fire Risk Assessments