Fire Risk Assessments
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 introduces significant change and became law effective from 1st October 2006. As well as simplifying current legislation, it introduces the need for employers, building owners and occupiers to have a greater understanding of fire safety and nominate a "responsible person" to ensure compliance.
The Order replaces many of the references to fire safety in other legislation such as the Fire Precautions Act, Licensing Act and Housing Acts with a simple, single Order. It requires any person who exercises some level of control in premises to take reasonable steps to reduce the risk from fire and ensure occupants can safely escape if a fire does occur.
AIS can provide comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments to comply with the Order, covering:
- Audits of company policy, system and procedures
- Risk assessments of buildings and site
- Review of legal responsibilities and duties
- The preparation and prioritisation of a risk reduction program
- Preparation of key fire safety management data, Business issues and portfolio reports