Fire Risk Assessment Somerset

A fire risk assessment in Somerset is a key element of your overall fire risk management strategy. It helps protect people by identifying fire hazards, implementing measures to reduce them, and outlining the steps to take if a fire occurs.

About Fire Risk Assessments

A fire risk assessment in Somerset involves a thorough examination of your premises and the activities taking place within it. The assessment will focus on several key areas, including:

• Identifying potential fire hazards and the individuals at risk
• Determining how to reduce or eliminate those risks
• Using the fire risk assessment to inform, guide, and educate your staff
• Ensuring the fire risk assessment remains up to date

By the end of the assessment, you’ll have an action plan to minimise the likelihood of a fire. You’ll also receive a detailed plan for responding to a fire, helping ensure everyone on the premises can quickly escape to safety.

Why Choose Hawkesworth?

Our network of over 170 engineers ensures businesses across the UK stay safe with fire risk assessments, PAT testing, and more. We’ve supported major brands like CentreParcs and Wetherspoons, as well as HMO owners and building managers.

• We are fully accredited and experienced
• We offer out-of-hours appointments to suit your business needs
• All our engineers are City & Guilds certified and DBS-checked
• We can arrange multi-site services if you need fire risk assessments for multiple properties in Somerset
• We’ll send you helpful reminders when your next assessment is due

To arrange a fire risk assessment in Somerset, use our contact page to get in touch.

FAQs

Am I legally required to have a fire risk assessment?

Yes, if your building is not a ‘single private dwelling’, you are legally required to have a fire risk assessment in place, as mandated by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

This includes:

• Retail buildings
• Manufacturing buildings/factories
• Office spaces
• Bars, restaurants, and hotels
• HMOs and residential flats

The legislation applies to all places of work, without exception.

Can I complete my own fire risk assessment?

While you can complete your own fire risk assessment, you must have the necessary knowledge and understanding of fire safety regulations, to ensure you can complete the assessment competently.

For some premises, particularly larger or more complex buildings, it is better to hire a qualified professional to ensure the assessment is thorough and complies with legal requirements.

A qualified assessor can identify hazards you might overlook and provide expert recommendations to reduce risk.

However, if you choose to carry out the assessment yourself, you must ensure it is comprehensive, regularly reviewed, and up to date, with appropriate actions taken to manage any identified risks.

If you are not 100% confident in your ability to do this, we would recommend contacting a professional fire risk assessment company in Somerset.