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A substandard report may miss structural fire risks, fail to account for the safe evacuation of all occupants, or lack the necessary detail required by the BS 9999 or BS 5839 standards for fire alarm and detection systems. Paying a fair price for a competent, qualified assessor ensures your compliance is robust and your occupants are genuinely protected.

What Happens After the Assessment?

Receiving the report is only the first step. Article 9 of the RRO 2005 requires that the findings of the assessment are acted upon. The responsible person must implement the recommended significant findings to reduce fire risk to a reasonably practicable level.

The assessment must also be reviewed regularly, and immediately if there are material changes to the premises, such as a change in layout, a change of use, or a significant increase in the number of occupants. Keeping your assessment up to date is an ongoing legal duty, not a one-off administrative task.

Choosing the Right Assessor

When selecting a fire safety professional, you must ensure they are competent to assess your specific type of building. Our NEBOSH-qualified assessors at HawkSwift Ltd have the experience to identify hazards across a wide range of commercial and residential premises. We provide clear, actionable reports that prioritise your legal duties and the safety of the people on your premises.

To ensure your premises meet current UK fire safety standards, book a fire risk assessment with HawkSwift Ltd today.

*This article provides general guidance on fire safety compliance and does not constitute formal legal advice.*

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Your duties under the RRO 2005

• Carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and keep it current (Art. 9, RRO 2005).
• Identify people at risk, including those who need assistance to evacuate.
• Put general fire precautions in place — detection, warning, escape routes, fighting equipment (Art. 11).
• Maintain those measures in efficient working order (Art. 17).
• Provide staff with fire-safety instruction and training (Art. 21).

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a written fire risk assessment? Yes, if you employ 5+ people, are a licensable or higher-risk premises, or the building is not a private home (Art. 9). How often should I review it? At least annually and immediately after any significant change. Can I do my own? Only if you are competent; many use a qualified NEBOSH-assessed assessor for a court-defensible report. Where do I start? Book a HawkSwift assessment — general guidance, not formal legal advice.

*General guidance, not formal legal advice — book a HawkSwift assessment for your premises.*