Fire Safety Regulations UK

Keeping compliance simple

Fire safety regulations in the UK are multifaceted and complex, even for the most experienced of business owners. But they are also mandatory, and failure to comply could lead to invalid insurance, hefty fines, or even imprisonment.

We’re here to lighten the load; to simplify the complexity and deliver compliance quickly, seamlessly and cost-effectively. Here, we break down your legal duties under the UK’s current fire safety regulations – and explore how Commercial Fire Protection can help.

Your legal duty explained

If you are the owner or occupier of a commercial building in the UK, you are legally recognised as a Responsible Person. This means that under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, you are personally responsible by law for ensuring your staff, visitors and property are protected from fire.

To comply with fire safety regulations in the UK, actions you must take include (but are not limited to):

  • Conduct a Fire Risk Assessment to identify fire hazards, recognise people at risk, and minimise or remove these risks
  • Create a Fire Emergency Evacuation Plan (FEEP), and ensure escape routes are available, signposted and accessible
  • Take steps to prevent the spread of fire through necessary passive fire protection measures, such as fire door sets
  • Provide appropriate fire-fighting equipment, such as fire extinguishers or sprinkler systems
  • Install and maintain fire detection systems where required, and test their effectiveness through regular fire drills
  • Regularly review fire risks and ensure all fire protection systems are in good working order

Fire Safety Regulations: How can we help?

The extensive list of fire safety regulations can feel overwhelming – but we’re here to ease the strain. Wherever you are on the road to compliance, we have the experience, knowledge and certifications to make your journey a smooth one.

When you partner with CFP, you’re working with highly-skilled members of the Institute of Fire Managers and the Institute of Fire Engineers, certified by the BM Trada Q-Mark Scheme for fire stopping installation and maintenance. So you can be confident that every process, method, material, and accessory we use meets exacting industry standards, and ensures total compliance with your legal fire safety duties.

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Getting started with your Fire Risk Assessment

Compliance with UK fire safety regulations starts with your Fire Risk Assessment. The penalties for inadequate fire safety precautions can be severe  – so it’s always best to use a professional risk assessor.

As members of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers, our fire risk consultants can ensure your assessment covers all bases, including a thorough review of your premises, detailed reports, and a comprehensive Fire Emergency Evacuation Plan (FEEP).

If you’re worried about compliance with fire safety regulations and don’t know where to start, speak to our team about your Fire Risk Assessment today.

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