Fire Risk Assessment Services – BAFE SP205 Certified Fire Risk Assessors

Professional Fire Risk Assessments from £350 + VAT

Protect lives. Identify fire hazards. Meet your legal responsibilities with a professionally conducted fire risk assessment.

Do you need a fire risk assessment for your business, commercial property, residential building or managed premises?

At Evolution Safety Solutions Ltd, we provide professional fire risk assessment services throughout the UK. Our experienced fire risk assessors help Responsible Persons identify fire hazards, evaluate fire safety arrangements and establish practical measures to reduce risk.

As a BAFE SP205 certified fire risk assessment organisation, we deliver independent, professionally managed fire risk assessments supported by competent assessors and technical quality assurance.

Whether you manage a small office, commercial building, industrial facility, residential block or complex premises, our team can provide the appropriate level of assessment.

Our fire risk assessment services start from £350 + VAT, depending on the property and assessment requirements.

Call 03333 399 037 or request your professional fire risk assessment today.

Why Choose a BAFE SP205 Certified Fire Risk Assessment Provider?

Not all fire risk assessment services offer the same level of professional assurance.

Choosing a competent provider is particularly important because the assessment may influence decisions about life safety, evacuation, building management and essential fire precautions.

Evolution Safety Solutions holds certification under the BAFE SP205 Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Scheme.

This independently assessed certification scheme provides assurance about the organisation’s arrangements for delivering life safety fire risk assessments.

Our service is supported by:

• Competent fire risk assessors with relevant qualifications and experience.
• Assessor competence appropriate to the complexity of the premises.
• Technical review and verification arrangements.
• Established quality management procedures.
• Professional fire safety knowledge and practical experience.
• Structured assessment reports and clear recommendations.
• Access to additional specialist fire safety consultancy.

We understand that clients need more than a basic checklist. They need reliable findings, proportionate recommendations and confidence in the assessment process.

Choose Professional Competence, Not Just the Cheapest Assessment

A poorly scoped or inadequate fire risk assessment can leave significant hazards unidentified.

Our assessors take a structured approach to evaluating fire safety arrangements and identifying appropriate improvements.

Enquire about our BAFE SP205 fire risk assessment services.

What Is a Fire Risk Assessment?

A fire risk assessment is a systematic examination of a premises to identify fire hazards, evaluate the risks to relevant persons and determine whether existing fire safety precautions are adequate.

It considers how a fire could start, how it might develop and spread, who could be affected and whether occupants could escape safely.

The assessment also examines the fire safety management arrangements in place.

A suitable fire risk assessment helps the Responsible Person identify measures needed to reduce fire risks and maintain appropriate fire precautions.

Our assessors consider the building’s use, layout, occupancy, fire protection arrangements and management procedures.

The assessment findings are then documented in a professional report with relevant recommendations.

Is a Fire Risk Assessment a Legal Requirement?

Fire risk assessments are a fundamental requirement of UK fire safety legislation.

In England and Wales, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, as amended, places duties on Responsible Persons to assess and manage fire risks within premises to which the legislation applies.

These duties commonly affect employers, commercial property operators, landlords, managing agents and others who exercise control over relevant premises.

Fire safety legislation also applies in Scotland and Northern Ireland, although the legislative frameworks differ.

A suitable assessment helps the Responsible Person identify necessary fire precautions and make informed decisions about fire safety management.

Importantly, commissioning an external fire risk assessor does not transfer the Responsible Person’s legal duties.

However, a competent assessment provides valuable professional assistance in meeting those responsibilities.

Don’t Wait for an Inspection or Enforcement Notice

Fire safety deficiencies can place occupants at risk and lead to significant financial and operational consequences.

Arrange a professional assessment before avoidable problems develop.

Call 03333 399 037 or contact our fire safety team.

What Does Our Fire Risk Assessment Cover?

Our fire risk assessments are tailored to the nature, use and complexity of the premises.

The scope will reflect the applicable legislation, relevant guidance and agreed assessment type.

1. Fire Hazards and Sources of Ignition

We identify relevant sources of ignition, combustible materials and activities that could contribute to fire development.

This may include electrical equipment, heating systems, cooking activities, smoking arrangements, hot works and combustible storage.

We also consider the management arrangements used to reduce these risks.

2. People at Risk

Our assessors consider the occupants and other relevant persons who may be affected by a fire.

Particular attention may be necessary for people who require assistance to evacuate, unfamiliar visitors, lone workers, sleeping occupants and other vulnerable groups.

The assessment considers how occupancy and building use influence fire safety arrangements.

3. Means of Escape

Safe evacuation is a critical part of fire safety.

We examine relevant escape arrangements, including:

• Escape routes and final exits.
• Travel distances and escape capacity.
• Protected corridors and stairways.
• Emergency exit arrangements.
• Fire exit signage.
• Emergency lighting.
• Escape arrangements for people requiring assistance.
• Potential obstructions and management shortcomings.

Our findings help identify whether improvements are needed.

4. Fire Detection and Warning Systems

We review the fire detection and alarm arrangements relevant to the premises.

This includes considering the suitability of the system for the building’s use and occupancy, alongside available maintenance and testing information.

Where necessary, we may recommend further specialist examination or improvements.

5. Fire Doors and Compartmentation

Fire-resisting construction can help restrict the spread of fire and smoke.

As part of the agreed non-intrusive assessment, we consider visible fire doors, relevant compartmentation arrangements and apparent deficiencies.

However, a standard fire risk assessment is not a substitute for a detailed fire door inspection or intrusive compartmentation survey.

Where additional investigation is necessary, our specialist team can provide separately scoped services.

6. Firefighting Equipment

We consider the provision and management of relevant firefighting equipment.

This may include portable fire extinguishers, fire blankets and other systems appropriate to the premises.

Our assessment also considers whether the arrangements reflect the building’s risks and fire safety strategy.

7. Fire Safety Management

Effective fire safety depends on suitable management arrangements.

We review relevant matters such as:

• Fire safety policies and procedures.
• Emergency evacuation arrangements.
• Fire drills and staff training.
• Fire alarm testing.
• Maintenance and inspection records.
• Fire safety responsibilities.
• Contractor management.
• Relevant fire safety documentation.
• Arrangements for reviewing fire risks.

Where deficiencies are identified, we recommend suitable improvements.

What Will You Receive Following Your Fire Risk Assessment?

Following the site inspection and technical review, we prepare a professional fire risk assessment report.

Depending on the premises and agreed scope, the report will include:

• Premises and occupancy information.
• Assessment scope and limitations.
• Relevant fire safety legislation.
• Identification of significant fire hazards.
• Evaluation of existing fire precautions.
• Fire safety management findings.
• Identification of relevant deficiencies.
• Recommendations for risk reduction.
• Prioritised action plan.
• Assessment conclusions.

Our reports are designed to help Responsible Persons understand the findings and take appropriate action.

Where the assessment is delivered within our BAFE SP205 certified scope, the relevant certification arrangements and quality controls apply.

Our objective is not simply to produce a report. It is to provide meaningful information that helps you improve fire safety.

Fire Risk Assessments for Commercial and Residential Properties

Evolution Safety Solutions supports clients across a wide range of building types.

Commercial Fire Risk Assessments

We assess offices, shops, retail premises, restaurants, hospitality venues and other commercial buildings.

Our assessments consider the building’s activities, occupancy, fire precautions and management arrangements.

Industrial and Warehouse Fire Risk Assessments

Industrial premises can present complex fire hazards involving machinery, storage, processes and combustible materials.

We assess relevant fire safety arrangements and identify where additional specialist investigation may be required.

Residential Block Fire Risk Assessments

We undertake fire risk assessments for relevant residential buildings, including communal areas of blocks of flats.

Our assessors consider common escape routes, fire safety management and relevant building fire precautions.

The appropriate assessment type will depend on the building and the information required.

Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)

HMOs can present increased fire risks due to sleeping accommodation, shared facilities and occupancy arrangements.

Our assessors consider relevant escape provisions, detection arrangements, fire doors and management controls.

Care Home Fire Risk Assessments

Care environments require particular attention to occupant vulnerability, evacuation arrangements and fire safety management.

We provide specialist assessments appropriate to the building and care arrangements.

Schools and Educational Premises

Educational buildings require fire precautions that reflect pupil numbers, occupancy patterns, building layout and evacuation arrangements.

Our assessments consider the relevant risks and management procedures.

Hotels and Sleeping Accommodation

Premises providing sleeping accommodation require suitable fire detection, escape arrangements and management systems.

We assess relevant precautions and identify necessary improvements.

Complex and Higher-Risk Buildings

Our experienced fire safety team can assess more complex premises where the building risk profile and assessor competence are appropriately matched.

We also provide specialist fire safety consultancy where a standard assessment alone is insufficient.

Types of Fire Risk Assessment

The appropriate assessment methodology depends on the premises and the nature of the investigation required.

For blocks of flats, the commonly used Type 1–4 terminology helps distinguish the scope.

A Type 1 assessment is commonly the starting point for purpose-built blocks of flats, subject to the building’s circumstances.

However, intrusive investigations or inspection of individual dwellings may be necessary where particular concerns arise.

For commercial and other non-domestic premises, the assessment scope is established according to the building and relevant fire safety requirements rather than automatically applying these residential assessment categories.

Unsure which assessment your property requires?

Speak to our fire risk assessment consultants.

How Much Does a Fire Risk Assessment Cost?

Our professional fire risk assessment services start from £350 + VAT.

The final fee depends on the building and the work required.

Relevant factors include:

• Size and layout of the premises.
• Number of floors and buildings.
• Occupancy and building use.
• Complexity of the fire safety arrangements.
• Risk profile and assessment requirements.
• Location and travel arrangements.
• Availability of relevant building information.
• Whether additional specialist investigations are necessary.

The advertised starting price applies to suitable smaller premises and includes travel within 50 miles of our CF45 4SN office.

Larger, complex or higher-risk premises will require an individual quotation. Additional travel charges may also apply.

We establish the appropriate scope before confirming the fee.

Get a Professional Assessment at a Competitive Price

Our pricing reflects the requirements of the premises and the competence needed to undertake the assessment.

Request your fire risk assessment quotation

Telephone: 03333 399 037

How Our Fire Risk Assessment Service Works

Step 1 – Tell Us About Your Property

Contact our team with the property address, building type, approximate size and intended use.

We may also request information about the number of floors, occupancy and any previous assessments.

Step 2 – We Confirm the Appropriate Scope

Our team considers the nature of the premises and identifies the appropriate assessment requirements.

Where the building presents more complex risks, we ensure that the work is allocated to a suitably competent assessor.

Step 3 – We Arrange the Site Inspection

We agree an appointment and advise what information should be available.

Relevant records may include previous fire risk assessments, fire alarm servicing information, emergency plans and fire safety maintenance documentation.

Step 4 – Our Fire Risk Assessor Attends

Our assessor inspects the relevant areas, reviews available information and discusses fire safety management with the appropriate representative.

The inspection is conducted within the agreed assessment scope.

Step 5 – Technical Review and Report Preparation

We evaluate the findings, prepare the report and undertake the relevant quality assurance procedures.

The report identifies significant findings and recommended actions.

Step 6 – Receive Your Fire Risk Assessment

We issue the completed report for your records and action.

Where further specialist services are required, we can discuss these separately.

Why Choose Evolution Safety Solutions?

BAFE SP205 Certified Fire Risk Assessment Organisation

Our certification provides independent assurance of our organisational arrangements for delivering life safety fire risk assessments.

Competent and Experienced Fire Risk Assessors

Our team includes fire risk assessors with advanced professional qualifications, operational experience and specialist fire safety knowledge.

Our assessors have experience across commercial, residential, industrial and higher-risk environments.

Professional Technical Oversight

We operate assessment review and verification arrangements to support report quality and consistency.

Specialist Fire Safety Expertise

In addition to fire risk assessments, our wider services include:

• Fire door inspections.
• Fire compartmentation surveys.
• Fire safety strategies.
• Planning Fire Safety Strategies.
• Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls.
• Specialist fire safety consultancy.
• Fire safety training.

These services can support clients where more detailed technical assistance is required.

Independently Certified Management Systems

Evolution Safety Solutions operates certified management systems covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

UK-Wide Coverage

Based in South Wales, we provide fire risk assessment services throughout England, Wales and the wider UK, subject to applicable requirements and assessor availability.

Practical, Proportionate Recommendations

We understand that fire safety measures must address actual risks.

Our recommendations focus on relevant deficiencies, suitable precautions and achievable improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Risk Assessments

How much does a fire risk assessment cost?

Our assessments start from £350 + VAT for suitable smaller premises. The final cost depends on building size, complexity, occupancy, location and assessment scope.

Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?

Yes, fire safety legislation requires a suitable and sufficient assessment of fire risks in premises within its scope.

In England and Wales, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is a principal piece of legislation.

Who is responsible for arranging a fire risk assessment?

The Responsible Person must ensure that relevant fire safety duties are met.

Depending on the premises, this may include an employer, building owner, landlord, managing agent or another person exercising control.

Who can carry out a fire risk assessment?

The assessment must be undertaken by someone competent for the premises and complexity involved.

A suitably competent external assessor can provide professional assistance.

What does BAFE SP205 certification mean?

BAFE SP205 is a third-party certification scheme for organisations delivering life safety fire risk assessments.

It provides assurance regarding organisational competence, management arrangements and assessment delivery.

How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?

The assessment must be reviewed regularly and when there is reason to suspect it is no longer valid or there has been a significant change.

Annual review is a common management practice, but there is no universal requirement for every premises to commission a completely new assessment every 12 months.

Do I need a fire risk assessment for a small office?

If the premises fall within relevant fire safety legislation, the Responsible Person must ensure that a suitable fire risk assessment is undertaken.

The assessment should be proportionate to the risks.

Do landlords need fire risk assessments?

Landlords and managing agents may have fire safety duties for relevant premises, including common parts of residential buildings.

The applicable requirements depend on the property and legal responsibilities.

Do you assess blocks of flats?

Yes. We provide assessments for relevant residential buildings, with the appropriate scope determined by the building’s circumstances.

Are fire door inspections included?

A standard fire risk assessment considers relevant visible fire door arrangements.

However, a detailed fire door inspection is a separate specialist service.

Does the assessment include intrusive compartmentation inspections?

Not as part of a standard non-intrusive fire risk assessment.

Where intrusive investigation is necessary, we can discuss a separately agreed scope.

Can you assess care homes and complex buildings?

Yes, subject to establishing the appropriate scope and allocating assessors with suitable competence for the building’s risk profile.

Will the fire risk assessment guarantee compliance?

No assessment alone guarantees compliance.

The Responsible Person must act on relevant findings, implement appropriate precautions and maintain effective fire safety arrangements.

How quickly will I receive my report?

Our normal target is approximately 3–7 working days following the inspection and receipt of the necessary information, depending on complexity and workload.

We can discuss urgent requirements before booking.

Do you provide fire risk assessments outside Wales?

Yes. We support clients throughout the UK, with travel arrangements and any additional costs confirmed during quotation.

Book Your Professional Fire Risk Assessment Today

BAFE SP205 Certified. Professionally Assessed. Practical Fire Safety Advice.

Fire safety is too important to rely on an inadequate assessment.

Whether you manage a commercial premises, residential building, industrial facility or complex property, Evolution Safety Solutions can help you identify fire risks and understand the precautions required.

Our professionally managed fire risk assessment service starts from £350 + VAT.

Arrange your fire risk assessment today.

Call 03333 399 037

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