East of England

Fire Risk Assessment
Cambridge

RRO 2005 compliant • NEBOSH-qualified assessors • From £199 + VAT • 48-hour reports

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Fire Risk Assessments in Cambridge

HawkSwift provides professional, court-defensible fire risk assessments throughout Cambridge and the surrounding East of England area. Our NEBOSH-qualified assessors conduct thorough inspections in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and all relevant British Standards. All assessments in Cambridge are carried out under the enforcement jurisdiction of the East of England Fire and Rescue Service.

Every premises in Cambridge with employees, paying guests, or members of the public requires a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment under Article 9 of the RRO 2005. Failure to comply can result in unlimited fines, prohibition notices, and — in the most serious cases — custodial sentences for the responsible person.

Premises We Cover in Cambridge

Offices & Workplaces
Shops & Retail
Pubs, Restaurants & Takeaways
Hotels, B&Bs & Guest Houses
Care Homes & HMOs
Hair & Beauty Salons
Schools, Nurseries & Colleges
Warehouses & Industrial Units
Gyms & Leisure Venues
Places of Worship & Community Halls
Medical & Dental Practices
Construction Sites

Local Authority & Enforcement in Cambridge

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service enforces fire safety in Cambridge on behalf of Cambridge City Council. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, responsible persons in Cambridge must ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment. Buildings over 11m require monthly flat entrance-door checks — Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service enforces these duties.

High-Risk Areas & Common Pitfalls in Cambridge

Areas We Urgently Assess

  • Cambridge city centre — the colleges and the Backs
  • Student HMOs in the Petersfield and Romsey terraces
  • The University of Cambridge — the colleges and the labs
  • The Addenbrooke’s biomedical campus
  • The Grafton and the Leisure Park

Common Mistakes in Cambridge

  • 11m+ flats missing the monthly flat-door check regime
  • Student HMO common parts not assessed under Article 9 RRO 2005
  • Listed college buildings used as offices without a completed FRA
  • Not reviewing the assessment after the Addenbrooke’s expansion

Cambridge by the Numbers

Population: 146,000 (Cambridge, 2021 Census) — in Cambridgeshire
Served by Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service
World-famous university city
Home to the University of Cambridge and Addenbrooke’s

Key Locations We Cover in Cambridge

King’s College Chapel — heritage fire strategyThe Fitzwilliam Museum — museum fire planningAddenbrooke’s — healthcare fire strategyCambridge University — campus-wide FRA

Transparent Fixed-Fee Pricing in Cambridge

Micro
Up to 5 employees
£199
+ VAT
MOST POPULAR
Fast Track
Up to 20 employees
£349
+ VAT
Standard
Up to 50 employees
£549
+ VAT
Enhanced
50+ employees or high-risk
£849+
+ VAT

Fixed fee agreed before we arrive. No surprises.

How It Works in Cambridge

01

Book Online

Select a date that suits you. We cover all of Cambridge and typically offer appointments within the same week.

02

Assessor Visits

A NEBOSH-qualified HawkSwift assessor visits your Cambridge premises and conducts a thorough inspection against RRO 2005 requirements.

03

Report in 48hrs

Your full court-defensible fire risk assessment report is delivered within 48 hours — ready for inspectors, insurers, and your records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a fire risk assessment take in Cambridge?

A typical fire risk assessment in Cambridge takes 1–4 hours depending on the size and complexity of your premises. A small office or shop can be assessed in 1–2 hours; larger or multi-floor premises take longer.

Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement in Cambridge?

Yes. Any non-domestic premises in Cambridge where people work, visit, or pay to stay must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment under Article 9 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Failure to comply is a criminal offence.

How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Cambridge?

HawkSwift fire risk assessments in Cambridge start from £199 + VAT for micro premises (up to 5 employees). Fast Track (up to 20 employees) is £349, Standard (up to 50 employees) £549, and Enhanced from £849 for larger or high-risk premises. All prices are fixed with no hidden fees.

Which fire authority enforces fire safety in Cambridge?

Premises in Cambridge fall under the enforcement jurisdiction of the East of England Fire and Rescue Service. Your HawkSwift assessment is written to satisfy their expectations under the RRO 2005 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

What premises types do you cover in Cambridge?

We cover all non-domestic premises in Cambridge — offices, shops, pubs, restaurants, hotels, care homes, HMOs, schools, warehouses, factories, salons, gyms, and places of worship. If people work or visit there, it needs an FRA.

How do I book a fire risk assessment in Cambridge?

Booking a fire risk assessment in Cambridge takes about two minutes: request a quote online or call HawkSwift, we confirm assessor availability within 4 hours, and on-site inspections start from as little as 30 minutes. Your written report is issued within 24 hours of the visit, fully compliant with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Do you assess care homes and HMOs in Cambridge?

Yes. HawkSwift regularly assesses higher-risk premises in Cambridge including care homes, HMOs, sheltered housing, and assisted-living sites. These require a more detailed fire risk assessment under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 — including fire safety instructions to residents and, where applicable, a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) — and our NEBOSH-qualified assessors write the report to satisfy both the East of England Fire and Rescue Service and the Care Quality Commission expectations.

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