Fire risk assessments
A fire risk assessment is the foundation of your fire safety. These articles answer the questions small business owners ask most: how much it costs, who is competent to do it, whether you can do it yourself and when to review it. General information based on GOV.UK guidance, not legal advice or a fire risk assessment.
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How much does a fire risk assessment cost in the UK?
There is no fixed price for a UK fire risk assessment. What affects the cost, what to ask for in a quote, and when you can reasonably do your own.
· 3 min readReadWho can carry out a fire risk assessment?
A fire risk assessment must be done by a competent person. What that means in the UK, and how to choose a fire risk assessor.
· 3 min readReadCan I do my own fire risk assessment in the UK?
Yes, for many small low-risk premises. How to do your own fire risk assessment using the five steps, and when to hire a professional instead.
· 3 min readReadHow often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?
There is no single review date for every business. When to review your UK fire risk assessment and what should trigger an earlier review.
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