Fire Risk Assessments for Schools

Professional fire safety consultancy for schools and Trusts. We provide comprehensive fire risk assessments, fire emergency planning, and competent person support to meet Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order requirements and protect leadership accountability.

Our fire safety services help schools demonstrate they have a responsible person with defensible fire risk management systems, from fire door surveys to evacuation procedures and staff training.

Fire safety inspector examining fire door and safety equipment in UK school corridor

Our Fire Safety Services

Assessment & Risk Management

  • Fire Risk Assessments

    Comprehensive written fire risk assessments meeting Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order requirements. Hazard identification across all areas including science labs, kitchens, and design & technology workshops

  • Fire Detection & Systems Review

    Assessment of fire alarm testing, detection systems, and fire safety measures

  • Fire Safety Management Plans

    Actionable fire emergency plans with prioritized recommendations and timelines

Specialist Fire Safety Services

  • Fire Door Surveys & Inspections

    Specialist inspection of fire doors, compartmentation, and passive fire safety measures

  • Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)

    Tailored evacuation plans for vulnerable groups and individuals with additional needs

  • Fire Safety Training & Competence

    Staff training, fire evacuation procedures, and competent person advice

Why Fire Risk Assessment is a Legal Requirement

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (as amended by the Fire Safety Act 2021), schools must have a responsible person who oversees fire safety. A written fire risk assessment is not optional — it is a legal requirement:

  • Statutory requirement — Written fire risk assessment mandatory for all schools
  • Responsible Person accountability — Leadership must identify and manage fire hazards
  • Risk mitigation — Identifying hazards in science labs, kitchens, workshops, and emergency exits
  • Annual reviews recommended — 3-yearly external assessments minimum; annual internal reviews best practice
  • Leadership protection — Clear evidence that leaders understood fire risks and took reasonable steps to control them

Professional fire risk assessment ensures your school not only meets legal obligations but can evidence that the responsible person and leadership have exercised appropriate oversight and control of fire safety.

Commission Your Fire Risk Assessment Today

Meet your Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order obligations with a professional fire risk assessment. Protect your school community and demonstrate leadership accountability.