Fire Risk Assessment Services (FRA)

Ensuring Compliance and Life Safety Across Scotland

As the foundation of your entire fire safety strategy, a legally compliant and comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is non-negotiable for all businesses and property owners (the Responsible Person) across Scotland.

At HF Fire & Security, we provide professional, detailed, and legally sound FRA services to Commercial, Industrial, and Residential properties. Our assessments are carried out by highly competent and experienced assessors in accordance with the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006, giving you the confidence that your premises and occupants are protected.

What is a Fire Risk Assessment?

A Fire Risk Assessment is a systematic five-step examination of your premises and the people who use them, designed to identify the risk of fire and determine the fire safety measures needed to keep people safe.

The Five Steps We Follow:
Identify Fire Hazards: We pinpoint potential ignition sources (e.g., electrical equipment, heat processes) and sources of fuel (e.g., storage, waste materials).

Identify People at Risk: We determine who is at risk in the event of a fire, including employees, visitors, contractors, and specific vulnerable groups.

Evaluate, Remove, or Reduce the Risks: We evaluate the likelihood and severity of a fire. We compare your existing fire protection measures (e.g., alarms, firefighting equipment, smoke vents) against the risks and recommend necessary remedial actions to achieve an acceptable level of safety.

Record, Plan, Instruct, and Train: We document all significant findings and recommendations. We help you formalise an Emergency Action Plan and advise on staff training requirements.

Review and Update: We set a date for the next review and advise on when to update the FRA following any significant changes to the building structure, occupancy, or processes.

Why is a Professional FRA Crucial?

Legal Compliance and Due Diligence

It is a legal requirement for the Responsible Person to ensure a suitable and sufficient FRA is carried out. Non-compliance can lead to prosecution, hefty fines, and, in severe cases, imprisonment. Our FRA documentation provides the evidence of your due diligence.

Life Safety and Property Protection

The FRA critically assesses your means of escape. By identifying deficiencies in areas like fire separation, alarm coverage, or smoke ventilation systems (including AOVs), we ensure that people can escape safely and minimise fire damage to your property.

Insurance and Business Continuity

In the event of a fire, insurers will scrutinise your FRA. A robust, up-to-date assessment demonstrates proactive risk management, which can be vital for successful claims and maintaining business continuity.

Our Comprehensive FRA Services

HF Fire & Security offers tailored assessment services across a wide range of sectors:

• Commercial Properties: Offices, retail units, hospitality venues, and mixed-use buildings.
• Industrial Sites: Factories, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and storage depots.
• Residential Blocks: Common areas in multi-occupancy flats, tenements, and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
• Specialist Assessments: Complex sites requiring consideration of specific processes or high-risk materials.

Key Areas Covered in Your FRA:

Fire Detection & Alarm Systems: Assessment of coverage, standards compliance (e.g., BS 5839), and maintenance records.

• Means of Escape: Review of travel distances, exit routes, final exit doors, and emergency lighting.
• Compartmentation: Checks on fire doors, walls, floors, and stopping (sealing of penetrations) to prevent fire and smoke spread.
• Firefighting Equipment: Location, suitability, and inspection status of fire extinguishers and dry/wet risers.
• Smoke Control Systems: Verification of the adequacy, design, and most critically, the maintenance records for your Smoke Vent Systems and associated fire safety systems (in line with SDI 19 best practice).

Integrated Fire Safety Services

As a leading provider of Fire and Security Services, we don’t just assess your risks; we provide the certified solutions to mitigate them.

Should your FRA identify deficiencies, HF Fire & Security is fully qualified to carry out the necessary remedial works, including:

• Fire Alarm Installation and Maintenance.
• Emergency Lighting System Upgrades.
• SDI 19 Accredited Smoke Vent Installation and Maintenance (AOVs).
• Fire Door and Compartmentation Works.

By integrating your FRA with our implementation and maintenance expertise, we ensure a seamless path to compliance and enhanced life safety.

Book Your Fire Risk Assessment Today

Ensure your building’s fire safety strategy is robust, legally compliant, and genuinely effective. Trust HF Fire & Security for professional and accredited Fire Risk Assessment services in Scotland.

Contact us now to schedule your assessment and take the first critical step toward securing your people and your property.

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