How we prove our competence.
Fire safety evidence is only as strong as the person behind it. Here is how our competence is independently checked, and what that means for you.
Six layers of assurance.
Third-party certification
BAFE SP205 and NSI Gold. Independent bodies audit us, so you do not have to take our word for it.
Assessor qualifications
Our assessors hold recognised qualifications and professional memberships, including FIA, FPA, IFE and IFSM.
Insurance (PDF)
Professional indemnity insurance of £5,000,000 in place for the work we carry out, alongside public and products liability and employers' liability cover.
Quality process
A documented process from inspection to sign-off, with every report validated before it is issued.
Report review
Reports are reviewed by a second competent person, giving you a defensible, consistent standard.
Verifiable
You can check our certification directly with the certification bodies. Verification links are in the table below.
What does third-party certification mean?
Third-party certification means an independent organisation, not us, has assessed our people, our methods and our reports against a recognised standard. It is regular and it is audited.
BAFE SP205 is the scheme for Fire Risk Assessment providers. NSI Gold is a high standard of independent certification and inspection. Together they show a Responsible Person that the assessor they chose was competent.
Why it protects you
If an enforcing authority, insurer, trustee or director asks how you chose your assessor, certification is a clear, documented answer.
83% of buyers recognise third-party certification as a demonstration of assessor competence.
NSI and BAFE Buyers Report 2026
Accreditations and memberships.
| Credential | What it means | Verify |
|---|---|---|
 BAFE SP205 | Independent certification of Fire Risk Assessment competence and process. | Check on BAFE |
 NSI Gold | Independent certification and audit to a high standard. | Check on NSI |
 SafeContractor | Approved by SafeContractor, an SSIP member scheme that assesses health and safety competence. | Visit SafeContractor |
 FIA | Membership of the Fire Industry Association. | Check on FIA |
 FPA | Recognised by the Fire Protection Association. | Visit FPA |
 IFE | Affiliation with the Institution of Fire Engineers. | Check on IFE |
 IFSM | Member of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers. | Check on IFSM |
Talk to a competent specialist
Tell us about your building and we will explain what you need and what it involves.