Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Surveys
At Staines Safety Services we specialise in providing professional Fire Risk Assessments (under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005) and comprehensive Fire Door Surveys across Stockton, Middlesbrough, Teesside, Durham, Newcastle, the wider North East of England, and nationwide (including London, Leeds, Scotland and beyond). We are a Health, Safety and Fire Risk consultancy based in Saltburn-by-the-Sea (Skelton-in-Cleveland), offering fully qualified, independent services to help businesses, landlords, property managers and organisations stay compliant and protect people.
Fire Risk Assessments are required by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (which applies to England and Wales) and equivalent legislation in Scotland (the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006) and Northern Ireland.
What are Fire Risk Assessments?
As the responsible person, you must carry out and regularly review a Fire Risk Assessment of the premises. This identifies what you need to do to prevent fire and keep people safe. You must also keep a written record of your assessment if your business has 5 or more people.
How to carry out an assessment
Here are the key steps required when creating a Fire Risk Assessment:
- Identify the fire hazards
- Identify people at risk
- Evaluate, remove or reduce the risks
- Record your findings, prepare an emergency plan and provide training
- Review and update the Fire Risk Assessment regularly
Who requires Fire Risk Assessments?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for England and Wales (commonly known as the RRO) came into force on 1 April 2006, making the employer (or other responsible person) ultimately responsible for fire prevention and the safety of staff and others on the premises.The Order applies to virtually all premises and covers nearly every type of building, structure and open space put to certain uses, including:
- Offices and shops
- Premises that provide care
- The common areas of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)
- Pubs, clubs, restaurants, shopping centres and other places of assembly
- Theatres and cinemas
- Educational premises
- Healthcare premises
- Tents and marquees
- Hotels and hostels
- Factories and warehouses
- Open-air public gatherings (concerts, shows etc.)
- Transport networks
- Community centres and village halls
- Churches and other places of religious worship
The full weight of the RRO rests with the ‘responsible’ person (usually the employer or person in control of the premises). This person can authorise others to work on their behalf but cannot delegate the ultimate responsibility.
Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Door Surveys from Staines Safety Services
At Staines Safety Services we provide a full range of fire safety and health & safety services to support your business across the North East and the rest of the UK. Our highly qualified team (including Level 4/6 Diplomas in Fire Risk Assessment and Environmental Health & Safety, NEBOSH qualifications, and FDIS Fire Door Inspection Scheme certification) delivers:
- Independent and comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments to ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (and related legislation)
- Professional Fire Door Surveys and Inspections – thorough checks of door leaves, frames, seals, hinges, closers, gaps, glazing and overall integrity, with detailed photographic reports, asset registers and prioritised recommendations (UK-wide, FDIS/BRE-qualified inspectors)
- Identification of fire risks that could adversely affect your business or premises
- Help prioritising fire safety management and ensuring day-to-day practices are effective
- Comprehensive checklists and reports to serve as future benchmarks
- Training and support so key staff can maintain compliance
- Additional services including Health & Safety Consultancy and audits, COSHH assessments, Fire Extinguisher supply/maintenance, PAT Testing, and third-party auditing
Whether you need a Fire Risk Assessment, a full Fire Door Survey, or broader health & safety support in Stockton, Middlesbrough, Teesside, Durham, Newcastle, Leeds, London or anywhere else in the UK, look no further than Staines Safety Services.
For Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Door Surveys or any of our other services in the North East of England or nationwide, contact us today. We provide the expert information and practical support you need.
Call our advisers on 07885 982771 (mobile) or 01287 659429 (office)
Email: info@stainessafetyservices.co.uk
Website: www.stainessafetyservices.co.uk
Head Office: 28 Rosthwaite Drive, Skelton-in-Cleveland, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 2WJ
(Leeds office also available)
Get in touch for a no-obligation quote and ensure your premises remain safe and fully compliant.