Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fire risk assessment?
A fire risk assessment is a systematic review of a building to identify fire hazards, the people at risk, and the measures needed to reduce or remove those risks. It results in a written report setting out any actions required to bring the property up to a compliant standard.
Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?
Yes. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the "responsible person" for a non-domestic premises — or the communal areas of a residential building such as a block of flats or HMO — must carry out and regularly review a fire risk assessment. Failure to do so can result in enforcement action, prosecution, or invalidated insurance.
Who needs a fire risk assessment?
Any business owner, employer, landlord, or building manager responsible for a property that isn't a single private dwelling. This includes offices, shops, warehouses, HMOs, blocks of flats, care homes, schools, and pubs — anywhere people work, live communally, or visit.
What happens during a fire risk assessment?
One of our assessors visits the property, reviews existing fire safety documentation and records, and inspects the building — escape routes, fire doors, alarm systems, emergency lighting, extinguishers, and general housekeeping. We then produce a written report identifying any hazards found, who's at risk, and clear, prioritised actions to address them.
Are you insured?
Yes, we hold Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance. Certificates available on request.
Are your assessors qualified?
Yes, our Fire Risk Assessors hold Ofqual-regulated certifications for advanced fire risk assessments. Additionally, FireStop Technology is proudly affiliated with the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM).