We don’t know what the next moment would bring us, but we should be prepared with all the precautionary measures we can. Fire Risk Assessment is a procedure for any non-domestic premises, it is actually a formal assessment of identifying circumstances or issues which require attention to reduce the likelihood of a fire. It is the responsibility of the owner or responsible person, to carry out a fire risk assessment to identify the risks which are associated with the structure. If you are the owner of the premises, responsible person or an employer, then you must know what can harm the individuals and what measures are necessary to save lives. We can help individuals in this regarding, but providing them with budget friendly fire risk assessment services.
A lease plan is an accurate sketch/drawing which pin down a leasehold foundering within a residential or commercial property.
A HMO Floor Plan is an integral part of the Licencing of HMO’s. It must give a general indication of the property layout and should detail room dimensions.
A fire safety plan assist you with recognizing routes through a building or home in the event of a fire or other emergency.
We visit shops, offices, restaurants, residential buildings and mixed-use properties across London. For example, if you run a restaurant with flats above, tell us whether staff and residents share an entrance or exit. That helps us agree which areas the visit should cover and who can provide access.
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In a shared house, tenants may sleep on different floors and rely on the same staircase. We look at how they would be warned of a fire and how they would reach an exit. If the assessment is for an HMO licence application or renewal, share any instructions you’ve received from the council.
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We assess converted houses and purpose-built blocks. Depending on the agreed scope, the visit may cover communal entrances, stairs, corridors and shared service rooms. For instance, if a meter cupboard opens onto the only staircase, we consider how it relates to the route residents use.
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You’ve taken over a property. Send us any previous assessment and tell us what has changed since it was written.
You’re opening or refitting a business. Tell us your planned opening date and when the fit-out is due to finish. We can then discuss when to visit.
You have a licensing or handover deadline. Share the request you received so we can confirm the scope and expected report turnaround.
You manage several properties. Send the addresses together, along with a short description of each building. We can discuss how to schedule the visits.
If you’re unsure which parts of the property to include, start by describing the layout. For example, tell us if tenants and staff use the same passage or if another party manages the communal areas. For general guidance on workplace duties, see GOV.UK’s fire risk assessment guidance.
Send us the property details. Include the address, property type and number of floors. Also, tell us why you need the assessment.
Get a fixed quote. We’ll agree which areas to assess, confirm the fee and discuss available visit times.
Arrange access for the visit. Please have keys ready for any locked areas within the agreed scope. If you have previous reports, floor plans or servicing records, make them available too.
Receive your report. We’ll set out the significant findings and recommended actions. We’ll also record any relevant areas we couldn’t access or information we couldn’t verify.
If a communal door fails to close properly, you need to know which door it is and what needs attention. For example, the report can identify the door by floor and location. It can then describe the issue and recommend the next step. That gives you a clearer brief when speaking to a contractor or assigning work to your maintenance team.
Some recommendations may involve day-to-day management. For instance, if deliveries regularly block a rear exit, the action may be to agree a separate place to leave stock. The report puts the recommendations in priority order so you can see what to address first.
View an example of the report format (PDF)
We carry out assessments across London and in parts of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Visit your local service page for more information:
If your town isn’t listed, send us the postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Adil Abbasi, BSc (Hons), is NEBOSH qualified. He carries out assessments for Smart Property Service Ltd, trading as The Fire Risk Assessment London. If you have an existing report or a question about the areas to include, mention it when you enquire.
Send us the full property address and postcode, property type, number of floors and any deadline. For an HMO or block of flats, include the number of bedrooms or flats. We’ll confirm the scope, fee and available appointment times.
Call 01442 939006
Email info@thefireriskassessmentlondon.co.uk
