Fire Risk Assessments

Since the introduction of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO) in October 2006, fire certificates are no longer issued to all but certain high risk establishments.  This has now been replaced with the requirement for a fire safety risk assessment.

Under the FSO, employers, or the responsible person, have become solely responsible for fire safety within their workplaces. 

Many businesses have purchased off-the-shelf fire risk assessments in the belief that these ready-made documents would satisfy their legal obligations.  However, when the fire and rescue service inspect these premises, the businesses get a nasty surprise.

A fire risk assessment will only satisfy your legal duties if it:

·         is site specific

·         portrays an accurate and honest account of the fire safety arrangements in place at your premises

·         has been reviewed regularly (annually)

A fire risk assessment must evaluate:

·         potential sources of ignition, oxygen and fuel

·         precautions taken to prevent or restrict the spread of fire – fire doors, sprinkler systems

·         fire escape routes – are they clearly identified and kept clear from obstruction

·         that staff and visitors are provided with sufficient information relating to fire procedures

Haes Systems' Service Manager is an FIA qualified fire risk assessor and can offer you a comprehensive and fully compliant fire risk assessment for your property.  

For more information or to arrange a free quotation please contact our service co-ordinator, Netta McCarthy on 01895 422066 or complete the attached form