Fire Risk Assessments
For occupied premises that need a competent assessment and a prioritised action plan.
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Fire safety evidence you can stand behind.
Independently certified fire safety support for Responsible Persons, landlords, managing agents, schools, commercial premises and public sector organisations across the UK. We help you make fire safety decisions you can defend.
Independently verified. Professionally accredited.
Over 100 years of combined fire safety experience
Why competence matters
Buyers now choose on proof of competence, not price.
The 2026 NSI and BAFE Fire Safety Buyers Report found that decision-makers want independent reassurance that their provider is competent. Accreditation is not decoration. It is your evidence.
94%
of buyers value proof of competence over cost when selecting a fire safety provider.
83%
recognise third-party certification as a demonstration of fire assessor competence.
81%
say certified providers are worth paying extra for.
Source: NSI and BAFE, The Fire Safety Buyers Report 2026.
What our certification means for you
BAFE SP205 and NSI Gold mean an independent body has checked our assessors' qualifications, our report quality and our management processes. If an enforcing authority, insurer or director asks how you chose your assessor, you have a clear answer.
How we help
What do you need help with?
Clear, separate services so you can find exactly the support you need.
Fire Strategy Reports
For design, refurbishment, occupation and fire safety planning.
Request a Fire Strategy quotationRetrospective Fire Strategies
For existing buildings where the strategy is missing, outdated or unclear.
Discuss your buildingFire Safety Consultancy
For complex risk, enforcement, technical or compliance questions.
Speak to a consultantDSEAR Assessments
For premises with dangerous substances or a risk of explosive atmospheres.
Request a DSEAR assessmentFire Safety Training
Fire warden, marshal, awareness, alarm, extinguisher, drill and evac chair courses.
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For Responsible Persons
You remain legally responsible. We help you evidence competent decisions.
Many Responsible Persons are unsure exactly what the law asks of them. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and as strengthened by Section 156 of the Building Safety Act, you must be able to show that your fire safety arrangements are suitable and sufficient, and that a competent person carried out your assessment.
Our approach is practical and proportionate, and it follows current standards. No jargon, no overkill.
Read our plain-English guidance
How it works
From first call to defensible evidence.
Consultation
We discuss your premises, your duties and what you need.
Site inspection
A competent assessor inspects the building and speaks to those who use it.
Written report
Plain-English findings and a prioritised action plan, not a tick-box exercise.
Ongoing support
Follow-up help to close actions and keep your evidence trail current.
Who we work with
Specialist support for the buildings you manage.
Landlords and managing agents
Residential blocks and mixed-use portfolios.
Schools and colleges
Assessments that protect pupils, staff and visitors.
Commercial and offices
Offices, retail, hospitality and co-working spaces.
Industrial and warehouses
Higher-risk premises, including DSEAR.
Healthcare and care
Premises with vulnerable occupants.
Public sector
Councils, charities and public bodies.
Developers and refurbishment
Fire strategies for design and change of use.
Not sure?
Tell us about your building and we will point you the right way.
Proof
Trusted by organisations you know.
And many more.
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“I have commissioned Paul to do work for different roles I have been in and always found him to be an excellent resource of fire safety in all its forms. He is reliable, accurate and above all a pleasure to work with and to know. His standing is reflected in his large personal network of professionals in so many different disciplines.”
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“My training has already been completed. The material was presented in a very straightforward manner, with excellent visuals.”
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“Having known and used Paul’s expertise for over ten years now I would have no hesitation in recommending him as an expert in fire risk management and training. He has an informal approach to training and his knowledge on this subject is second to none. He is a safe and expert pair of hands.”
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“Paul has in-depth knowledge of his subject area, professionalism and a genuine personal touch.”
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“I have just had my fire training and I’m impressed with myself having had to put out a real fire! It is probably the most useful training I have had in my 17 years with the company, and I hope I never use my new skills. Paul was great and made it fun and entertaining too.”
Case studies
Primary school, single storey
- Problem
- A fire risk assessment found defects across the fire doors, and a contractor estimated £30,000 to £40,000 to put them right.
- What we did
- A follow up review found no compartmentation above the ceiling, so fire and smoke would bypass the doors. Each classroom also had its own outside exit and smoke detection.
- Outcome
- It showed that a fire strategy would have identified at the start which doors really needed fire resistance, leaving fewer to inspect, maintain or replace.
Grade II listed primary school
- Problem
- Nearly every door with a fire door sticker was marked for replacement, and a survey then added the side panels, which increased the scope and cost.
- What we did
- A strategy based review focused on the two stairwells that serve as escape routes across all three floors.
- Outcome
- More than half of the doors marked for replacement were not required to be fire doors. The work was narrowed to those that protect the escape routes.
1960s residential block, South London
- Problem
- There was no fire strategy or previous assessment, only an external wall report, and the 1966 design had no refuge for residents who need help to evacuate.
- What we did
- We carried out a retrospective fire strategy with a practical plan: residents who need help come forward, person centred assessments and personal evacuation plans are issued, and the details are held in the Fire Service information box.
- Outcome
- A workable solution to a problem that would otherwise have been very costly and likely impossible to fix.
1950s high rise block of flats
- Problem
- A local authority review needed a retrospective fire strategy. The stair and lift had no lobby protection, and travel distances along the open balcony walkways were long.
- What we did
- We compared the building with current regulations and those in force when it was built, and sorted each shortfall into: fix it, acceptable to keep, or more information needed.
- Outcome
- The landlord received a toolbox for the Fire Safety Order, the Building Safety Act and the 2022 regulations, and a start on the golden thread of information.
Resources
Straight answers to common questions.
Short guides written for decision-makers, without the waffle.
Browse all guidanceHow often should a Fire Risk Assessment be reviewed?
Review it whenever something significant changes, such as building use, layout or occupancy, and at regular intervals set by your assessor. Many organisations review annually. Your assessor will advise on the right frequency for your premises.
What is a Responsible Person?
The person or organisation with control of the premises, such as an employer, owner, landlord or managing agent. They are legally responsible for fire safety under the Fire Safety Order.
What is the difference between a Fire Risk Assessment and a Fire Strategy?
A Fire Risk Assessment reviews the risks in an occupied building and lists actions. A Fire Strategy sets out how a building is designed or managed to achieve fire safety.
Do you cover my area?
Yes. We work across the UK, including London, the South East, the Midlands and the North.
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Read the guideFire Risk Assessment vs Fire Strategy
Two different documents for two different jobs. Here is when you need each.
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