Buildings change. Occupancy changes. Risks change. Independent fire risk re-assessments for responsible persons, landlords and managing agents across Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.
A fire risk assessment reflects a building at a specific point in time. Refurbishment projects are completed, layouts change, occupancy levels increase and management arrangements evolve.
Over time, the gap between the report and the reality of the building becomes wider.
A fire risk re-assessment reviews what has changed since the last inspection, what risks remain and whether previous actions have been completed. It provides an updated picture of the building as it exists today, not as it existed when the original assessment was carried out.
Keeping the assessment current is often the difference between compliance on paper and compliance in practice.
Every re-assessment starts with the existing report and measures it against the current condition, use and management of the building.
Verification of actions previously recommended and confirmation of what has been addressed since the last assessment.
Review of unresolved actions, recurring issues and recommendations that remain incomplete.
Assessment of alterations, refurbishment works, occupancy changes and operational changes that may affect fire risk.
Review of fire doors, escape routes, detection systems, emergency lighting and other key fire safety provisions.
Consideration of how fire safety is managed, recorded and reviewed on an ongoing basis.
An updated view of the building's fire risks, priorities and recommended actions moving forward.
Tell us about the property and we'll confirm scope within one working hour. Kevin or Jon on site, updated report within 72 hours.
Whether your building has changed, recommendations remain outstanding or you are unsure whether a review is due, Kevin and Jon are happy to give straightforward advice before you book.
A review should take place whenever significant changes affect the building, its occupancy, its layout or its fire safety arrangements. Reviews may also be appropriate when actions from a previous assessment have been completed.
Yes. A re-assessment starts with the existing report and evaluates what has changed since it was completed, rather than assessing the building without previous context.
Often, yes. Changes to layouts, compartmentation, fire doors, escape routes or building services can affect the existing fire risk profile.
Changes in occupancy can affect evacuation arrangements, management procedures and the assumptions made within the previous assessment.
Yes. Completed actions can be reviewed and verified as part of the re-assessment process, helping establish a new baseline moving forward.
The older the assessment, the greater the likelihood that the building, its use or its management arrangements have changed. A re-assessment provides an updated picture of the current situation.
Yes. New risks, changes in use and issues that were not present during the previous assessment can all be identified and documented.
If you’re unsure, speak to Kevin or Jon. A brief discussion about the building, previous assessment and any changes usually makes it clear whether a review is appropriate.
Tell us about your site. We'll respond within one working hour during business hours.
