What a Fire Risk Assessment Covers

A Fire Risk Assessment is a legal requirement for owners and managers of non-domestic properties. In this article we outline what is inspected during a Fire Risk Assessment.

Identifying Fire Hazards

Looking for sources of fire, fuel and means to sustain a fire (oxygen). Examples of ignition sources are items that have an open flame, items that are electrical, and how close items are to each other.

Identifying People at Risk

All individuals that use the building or are in close proximity to it need to be considered. These can include lone workers, individuals with mobility/sensory impairments and may require additional assistance during evacuation.

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Fire doors, fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems are checked against current standards. Controls must be adequate to manage fire risk and the responsible person for fire safety for non-domestic premises must ensure that they are.

Emergency Routes and Signage

Each and every single exit must be checked to see if they are clear, adequate, correctly signed and to the correct specification. A single problem with any of the above points can immediately class the whole fire risk assessment as failing.

Detection and Warning Systems

The Review of Fire Detection & Warning Systems – All Fire Alarm Systems and Call Points are Reviewed.

People who are given responsibility for arranging a Fire Risk Assessment in Gloucester can expect a written report which outlines their findings and sets out a prioritised action plan.