To help those responsible for safety (Responsible Persons), the Government has created specific guidance for various sectors. This guidance offers detailed information about Fire Risk Assessment and other essential aspects to meet legal requirements.
As of the 1 October 2023, the Building Safety Act 2022 came into effect. Section 156 amended the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and set a requirement for all fire risk assessments to be recorded, irrespective of the number of employees or whether there is a license in force.
If you’re considering hiring a professional risk assessor, we highly recommend consulting the Fire Sector Federation’s Guide to Choosing a Competent Fire Risk Assessor.
Visit Fire safety: guidance for those with legal duties – GOV.UK to explore a range of guides for comprehensive information on risk assessment and other crucial topics in line with current fire safety laws. You will find guides on;
Risk assessments
- Animal premises and stables
- Educational premises
- Factories and warehouses
- Healthcare premises
- Large places of assembly
- Means of escape for disabled people
- Offices and shops
- Open air events and venues
- Residential care premises
- Sleeping accommodation
- Small accommodation providers
- Small and medium places of assembly
- Theatres and cinemas
- Transport premises and facilities
Other guidance
- Entry Level Guide – A short guide to making your premises safe from fire;
- Fire safety in construction;
- Fire Safety Guidance: Purpose built flats
- Guidance on fire safety provisions for certain types of existing housing;
- Fire safety in specialised housing
If you need more details, feel free to reach out to our Business Safety Team. Your safety matters, and we’re here to assist you.
