Fire Risk Assessments Protect Your Premises. Protect Your People.
Legally compliant fire risk assessments under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for every type of premises — offices, factories, hotels, schools, care homes, shops and multi-occupancy buildings. Expert assessment, practical recommendations, full documentation.
Fire Safety Services We Provide
From assessment to evacuation planning, we cover every aspect of fire compliance.
Fire Risk Assessment
Comprehensive assessment to PAS 79-1:2020 covering fire hazards, ignition sources, fuel sources, persons at risk, detection, alarm, escape routes, lighting, signage, extinguishers and management.
Evacuation Procedures
Development of fire evacuation strategies specific to your building layout, occupancy and staffing. Includes simultaneous, phased and progressive horizontal evacuation for complex premises.
PEEPs
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans for disabled employees, residents and regular visitors. Covers mobility impairment, visual/hearing impairment, cognitive impairment and temporary conditions.
Fire Marshall Training
Practical fire marshall/warden training covering fire prevention, evacuation duties, sweep procedures, assembly point management and fire authority liaison. Fire training →
Annual Reviews
Scheduled annual review visits to ensure your fire risk assessment remains current — reflecting building changes, occupancy changes, new fire safety measures and updated guidance.
Means of Escape Audit
Assessment of escape routes, travel distances, door hardware (panic bars, magnetic holders), fire door integrity, signage adequacy and emergency lighting provision.
Detection & Alarm Review
Evaluation of fire detection and alarm systems — coverage adequacy, detector types, zone configuration, alarm audibility, maintenance records and BS 5839 compliance.
Compartmentation Survey
Assessment of fire-resisting construction, fire stopping, penetration seals, cavity barriers and compartment integrity — critical for multi-storey and multi-occupancy buildings.
Risk Assessments for Your Sector
Every industry has different hazards. We tailor every assessment to your specific sector and operations.
Factories & Warehousing
Machinery, forklift, racking, noiseTransport & Logistics
Depot safety, loading bays, vehiclesConstruction
CDM, excavations, heights, demolitionSchools & Education
Classrooms, labs, playgrounds, tripsCare & Healthcare
Patient handling, clinical, infectionChemical
Process safety, COSHH, DSEARHospitality
Kitchens, fire, slips, public safetySMEs & Offices
DSE, fire, general workplaceCharities
Events, lone working, volunteersHow We Carry Out a Risk Assessment
Site Survey
We visit your premises and systematically assess every room, corridor, stairway and external area for fire hazards, ignition sources and fuel sources.
Risk Evaluation
We evaluate the likelihood and consequences of fire, considering your building construction, occupancy profile, existing fire safety measures and the needs of vulnerable persons.
Report & Recommendations
A detailed PAS 79-1 fire risk assessment report with findings, risk ratings and a prioritised action plan — critical items first, then scheduled improvements.
Evacuation Planning
Development or review of your emergency evacuation procedures, fire marshall organisation, assembly points and PEEPs for any persons requiring assisted evacuation.
Annual Review
Scheduled review visits to maintain compliance. We update your assessment to reflect any changes to the building, occupancy, fire safety systems or relevant legislation.
Fire Risk Assessments FAQ
Is a fire risk assessment legally required?
Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment for every non-domestic premises. This includes offices, shops, factories, hotels, schools, care homes, churches, community buildings and any workplace. Failure is a criminal offence with unlimited fines and up to 2 years imprisonment.
How often should it be reviewed?
There is no fixed legal interval, but best practice is annual review. Reviews are also required after any significant building changes, fire incidents, changes to fire safety systems, or changes in the type of occupants. RADCaT recommends and provides annual review visits.
Who is the responsible person?
The employer in a workplace, the occupier in premises they control, the owner/managing agent for common areas. In multi-occupied buildings there may be several responsible persons who must cooperate. Each is legally accountable for their area of responsibility.
What is PAS 79-1:2020?
PAS 79-1:2020 is the published document that provides guidance on fire risk assessment methodology for non-domestic premises. It replaced PAS 79:2012. RADCaT assessors follow PAS 79-1 methodology to ensure comprehensive, consistent and legally robust assessments.
Do I need PEEPs for disabled employees?
Yes. If any employee, regular visitor or resident has a disability that could affect their ability to evacuate, you need a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan. This covers mobility impairment, sensory impairment, cognitive impairment and temporary conditions like pregnancy or broken limbs.
What happens if the fire authority inspects?
Fire authority inspectors can visit without notice. They check your fire risk assessment, evacuation procedures, fire safety systems, staff training records and general fire safety management. Non-compliance can result in enforcement notices, prohibition notices (immediate closure), prosecution and fines.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost?
Depends on building size, complexity, occupancy type and number of floors. Simple single-storey offices are at the lower end; multi-storey hotels or care homes with sleeping accommodation are more complex. Fixed-price quotes provided. Contact us for a free discussion.
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