Fire Risk Assessment

Separately, a Fire Risk Assessment is the basis for a business ensuring that it has carried out its obligations to manage the risk due to fire. Where recommendations are made and carried out, this would be 'reasonable' in the face of claims for loss of life or property. The Fire Risk Assessment and report may be called for by insurers and is likely to be referred to in the event of a fire.

The BSA approach encompasses:

Audit of the management of risk

Audit of the management of risk covering areas such as the appointment and training of a fire safety co-ordinator, provision and communication of a Fire Safety Plan, liaison with Local Fire Officers and Security Personnel.

Audit of the building

Audit of the building covering areas such as access and escapes, compartmentalisation, fire brigade access, fire doors, equipment, risk of arson etc.

Inspection Record

Provides evidence of audit at recommended intervals of 1 year or less if there are known changes of circumstances.

Assessment of risks

Identifies good and bad practice observed during the audit.

Recommendations

Recommended plan in priority order to implement good practice and minimise risk of fire.

For further information - please call Bernard Sims Associates on 01483 467270 or e-mail bsims@bsims.co.uk