Practical guides and resources for UK fire risk assessors.
Scottish fire risk assessments operate under different legislation from England and Wales. Here is what assessors need to know about the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 added new duties on responsible persons for high-rise residential buildings. Here is what each regulation requires, and how it changes your fire risk assessment scope.
PAS 9980 provides the methodology for assessing external wall fire risk. What assessors need to know about scope, competence, and how it relates to PAS 79.
What to look for in a fire risk assessment app for on-site use. Covers offline mode, photo capture, PAS 79 structure, and action plan tracking.
Practical steps to start a fire risk assessment business in the UK. Qualifications, insurance, pricing, finding clients, and building a sustainable practice.
How to inspect fire doors during a fire risk assessment. Covers BS 8214 requirements, common defects, gap tolerances, and reporting findings.
Fire risk assessment requirements in Scotland differ from England and Wales. Here is what Scottish assessors need to know and a template adapted for Scottish legislation.
Solo UK assessor's buyer's checklist for PAS 79:2020-compliant fire risk assessment software. The features that matter, what to test before subscribing, and the red flags.
A practical 30-point fire risk assessment checklist for UK assessors. Covers all PAS 79:2020 areas from hazard identification to action planning.
Care home fire risk assessments have unique requirements. Higher detection standards, vulnerable occupants, and 6-monthly reviews. Guide for UK assessors.
Key guidelines governing fire risk assessments in England and Wales. Legislation, standards, and competence requirements for UK assessors.
What fire risk assessments cost in the UK in 2026. Fee ranges by building type, what affects pricing, and how assessors calculate their rates.
The Fire Safety Act 2021 expanded scope for fire risk assessments in England and Wales. Here is what changed and how it affects assessors' reports.
How to create and track fire risk assessment action plans that actually get completed. Priority frameworks, tracking methods, and common pitfalls for UK assessors.
HMO fire risk assessments have specific requirements under UK housing law. Here's what assessors should cover and what landlords should expect.
Free fire risk assessment template structured per PAS 79:2020. Includes all 10 sections, risk matrix, and action plan format. Download or use online.
A practical checklist for choosing fire risk assessment software in the UK. What features matter, what to avoid, and how to evaluate tools before committing.
How to write a fire risk assessment report faster. Six practical tips for UK assessors to cut report writing time — from pre-populated templates to dedicated software.
A practical breakdown of all 10 PAS 79:2020 sections for fire risk assessors. What to include, common mistakes, and how to structure reports efficiently.
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