Fire Risk Assessment Service in South Shields
In addition to working locally in and around South Shields we provide fire risk assessments across the UK. We have worked with both small businesses and large companies over the years and have developed a well-known reputation for the service we provide.
What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
A fire risk assessment is a process that involves assessing factors that leads to a fire and how hazardous they are. The assessment will cover which factors are hazardous but how dangerous they are and what could happen if a fire broke out.
Our Fire Risk Assessors
Our consultants have many years of professional hands-on experience and include consultants who have completed the NEBOSH Fire Certificate and Proqual Level 4 diploma in fire risk assessing.
The Fire Safety Order
The Fire Safety Order (FSO) applies to all non-domestic premises in England and Wales. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into effect in October 2006 replacing over 70 pieces of fire safety law. .
Fire Risk Assessment Checklist
There are a number of fire risk assessment requirements that must be met and checks that need to be carried out to ensure you are compliant with current law.
During the assessment of fire risk, our assessors will look at a number of things such as:
1.We will identify any potential fire hazards
2.Then we’ll identify the people at risk
3.We’ll then evaluate, remove or reduce any identified risks
4.Any findings will be recorded, a plan put in place and training provided
5.Your fire risk assessment should be reviewed and carried out regularly
Fire Risk Assessment Frequency
There is no set frequency for how often you need to review your fire risk assessment, however, it is advisable to carry them out at least once a year to ensure a safe environment. Fire safety risk assessments must also be carried out if your current one if no longer valid or you have made significant changes to infrastructure.