Fire Risk Assessement service:
Introduction to Fire Risk Assessments
Under current fire safety regulations, fire risk assessments are mandatory for all business premises and communal areas in residential flats.
A fire risk assessment is a structured process that helps identify potential hazards in the workplace (such as the storage of combustible materials), evaluate risks, and implement control measures to prevent fire incidents. If there is a fire and you haven’t met your legal duties to keep people safe, you could be fined and may even spend time in prison.
At CXCS, we specialise in health and safety compliance, helping businesses comply with health and safety legislation while fostering a safety culture.
Why fire risk assessments matter
Fires in the workplace can lead to severe consequences, including property damage, legal action, and risks to employee safety. Ensuring effective risk management helps mitigate the probability of the occurrence of such disasters. Incident reporting and risk identification are crucial in managing risk, ensuring that businesses enforce proper fire safety procedures and meet health and safety requirements.
Ignoring fire risks can lead to serious penalties and compromise a company’s reputation. Investing in a fire risk assessment process is not just about legal compliance but also about protecting lives and assets while demonstrating diligence and accountability.
What’s included in a fire risk assessment?
Our fire risk assessment covers the following key areas:
- Ensuring your building complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for that building’s use.
- Assessing fire doors, automatic sprinkler systems, and passive fire protection to ensure fire containment.
- Identifying risks from flammable liquids, chemical fires, and electrical hazards.
- Checking fire safety equipment servicing and inspection schedules.
- Reviewing commercial kitchen safety protocols to prevent grease fires and gas leaks.
- Establishing whether carbon monoxide alarms are necessary based on the heating system and potential hazards.
Common fire hazards & managing risks
Workplace fires can arise from multiple sources, including:
- Chemical hazards – flammable materials and improper storage practices.
- Electrical hazards – faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, and poor maintenance of electrical equipment
- The use of onsite generators
Managing risks involves conducting routine fire risk assessments, implementing risk management strategies, and ensuring that all staff members understand their roles and responsibilities in fire prevention.
CXCS helps businesses establish proactive fire safety measures to minimise fire hazards effectively.
Property types we cover
Our qualified health and safety experts are available to carry out fire risk assessments on a wide range of property types including:
- Light industrial units
- Small workshops, warehouses, offices, shops & retail premises
- Converted premises and multifunctional halls
- Accommodation including:
- Holiday cottages
- Campsites
- Glamping sites
- Rental Properties
Why choose CXCS?
At CXCS, our team of safety consultants are highly experienced in risk control and fire safety. With CXCS, you can access competent safety professionals dedicated to keeping your business secure and legally compliant.
Our fully qualified fire risk assessors will handle every aspect of your fire risk assessment so you can focus on running and growing your business confidently, knowing that everything and everyone is safe, secure, and fully compliant with the latest fire legislation.
For expert advice or to book your fire risk assessment, please contact our Health and Safety team. Our fire risk assessors will help you identify potential risks, implement control measures, and establish a strong safety culture that prioritises fire prevention.
Get in touch for a fire risk assessment
An experienced fire risk assessor will visit your workplace and comprehensively assess your current fire safety policy.
Following the assessment, you will receive an easy-to-understand report outlining the findings of your fire risk assessment. This will identify potential risks and provide a clear breakdown of the remedial action required to improve your fire safety precautions, which meets the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requirements. Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 is an amendment to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The amendment aims to improve fire safety in buildings.
Don’t wait until an emergency strikes – contact us now to provide a safe workplace and ensure full health and safety compliance.
For expert advice or to book your fire risk assessment, please contact our Health and Safety team Contact Us
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