Fire Risk Assessments

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (commonly called the RRO), effective from 1st of October 2006, applies to all workplace premises in England and Wales and requires that:

• The Responsible person at any premise must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment carried out by a competent person*
• Appropriate risk based fire training must also be carried out on a regular basis, again by a competent person*

* The definition of competent is where a person has had sufficient training and or knowledge and other qualities to carry out that role

A fire risk assessment will evaluate:

• Fire Safety Policy
• Fire Procedures
• Sources of Ignition
• Combustible Materials
• Persons at Risk
• Fire Safety Training
• Fire Detection & Warning
• Fire Drills
• Means of Escape
• Fire Fighting Equipment
• Testing and Maintenance
• Evacuation aids
• Appliance Testing
• Signs and Notices
• Emergency Lighting
• Fire Extinguishers
• Fire Doors

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Fire Safety Law & Guidance:

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Fire Risk Assessment Q & A :

What is a fire risk assessment?

A fire risk assessment evaluates your premises in terms of fire safety hazards (to people and property). It also provides clear guidance including a prioritized action plan on how to minimize the risks.

How long does an assessment take?

The site visit is usually completed within a day. Once completed, you will be provided with an easy to understand report and a full briefing as part of the service.

Who does the assessment?

Fireguard Fire Risk Assessors have all served in a fire service industry with a combined experience or 40 years.

What Fire Safety Training will we need?

Your assessment will determine the level of fire safety training needed for your staff. This may range from issuing booklets or using videos to undergoing a tailored fire safety course. Whatever is recommended we will ensure that your company complies with the training requirements under fire safety legislation.

Why use Fireguard?

Because our assessors are experienced professionals.

We are the one stop shop for all your fire safety needs from assessments to training, extinguishers and signs.

We have everything in one place and at very competitive prices

We provide solutions rather than just problems