It Takes Considerable Expertise To Carry Out A Fire Safety Assessment
Fire safety is critical in any building, whether domestic or commercial, but one big difference between the two is that on commercial premises there are certain legal requirements that must be followed. One of these is that the responsible person in a building, which could be an employer, the owner, a building manager, occupier, or […]
Advice on Fire Risk Assessments for Large and Complex Buildings
While an insufficient fire safety risk assessment is dangerous for any premises, the consequences can be much worse for larger and more complex premises such as very large flats and commercial offices. Naturally, these spaces should be assessed by someone who has adequate knowledge and experience when it comes to reviewing all potential fire related […]
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: What You Need To Know
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person in any non-domestic building or premises the public has access to, to carry out a building fire risk assessment and take all necessary steps to reduce or eliminate the risk of fire. Non-domestic premises are defined as: all workplaces and commercial premises all premises […]
Fire Safety in Offices: What You Need To Know
A very large proportion of the UK workforce have desk-based jobs – i.e., they work in offices. As such, it is essential to consider the risk of fire breaking out in an office and take all possible steps to remove, or at least reduce such risk. Indeed, if you are the “responsible person” as defined […]
Did You Know…………???
If you are a small business owner, you may not be aware that you are part of the largest group of business owners in the UK. Here are some statistics from the National Federation of Self Employed & Small Businesses Limited: “At the start of 2020 there were 5.94 million small businesses (with 0 to […]
As An Employer Or Building Owner You Must Be Compliant With Fire Laws
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There is absolutely no doubt whatever that the risk of fire in non-domestic properties in England is serious. According to Home Office statistics, in the year ended September 2020, Fire and Rescue Services attended 539,255 incidents, of which 153,324 were fires. They resulted in 229 fatalities. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires […]
The Many Problems That Can Occur When Undertaking A Fire Risk Assessment
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 places considerable responsibility on anyone in charge of commercial premises, or anyone, such as a landlord, who rents out property to tenants, and is regarded as the “responsible person”. The Order itself describes the responsible person as follows: “In this Order “responsible person” means— (a) in relation to […]
How Should HMOs Carry Out Fire Risk Assessments?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over the past few months, individuals across the UK have been put under significant strain due to the outbreak of Covid-19. During this time, the work and home lives of so many have been seriously disrupted. While this has called for a temporary adjustment of our mindset and behaviour, it’s still more important than ever […]
What to Include in Your Building Fire Risk Assessment
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Performing a comprehensive building fire risk assessment as part of your fire safety plan is incredibly important. If you fail to spot certain hazards or potential sources of ignition for example, there can be serious consequences. While we always recommend working with qualified professionals if you don’t have the appropriate knowledge or training to handle […]