Fire Risk Assessment


Energy Footprint specialises in the conduct of Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) in accordance with PAS 79(2007) methodology to meet the legislative requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.  We provide a fully managed service to clients nationwide and have particular expertise in the Social Housing sector, and in particular the assessment of General Needs flats, Sheltered Accommodation and HMOs.

Under UK fire safety law, employers and landlords must carry out a fire risk assessment of the relevant parts of their properties. The Fire Risk Assessment should be reviewed and updated continuously to keep it a ‘live’ document. In particular, it should be updated following any change in premises, processes or the number of people employed, or if you’ve had a near miss or a real fire.  It is good practice to review it at intervals not exceeding 12 months.

Upon completion of your fire safety risk assessment we will provide you with access to your report on a fully managed bespoke database that will enable you to access your reports in a user-friendly format.  We also provide a service to export the recommendations in spreadsheet format including prioritisation of risk and recommended timescales for implementation.

Call us now on 01730 262703 to speak with one of our team, or email us on info@energy-footprint.com to discuss your specific requirements and obtain further information or a quote.

CONTENTS OF A FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

Our reports are conducted using PAS 79 (2007) methodology and include assessment, observations and recommendations relevant to the following:

  • Description of property and the applicable legislation.
  • General property information including number of floors, use of premises, type of occupation and basic risk level.
  • Fire hazards and ignition sources, including electrical sources of ignition, heating, cooking, arson, storage, house-keeping, building work and the control of outside contractors.
  • Means of escape, including fire exits, protection of escape routes, structural integrity and external exit routes.
  • Emergency lighting including maintenance and records.
  • Signs and notices.
  • Fire alarm and fire warning arrangements, including fire and smoke detection.
  • Fixed and portable fire extinguishing equipment and installations, including fire extinguishers and maintenance.
  • Management of fire safety including fire routine, emergency plan and record keeping.
  • A comprehensive list of recommendations to rectify any deficiencies found during our assessment including a priority order for completion and guideline budget costs.