Fire Risk Assessment
CT19 — Folkestone
the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 compliant • NEBOSH-qualified assessors • From £199 + VAT • 48-hour reports
Fire Risk Assessments in CT19 Folkestone
HawkSwift's published fire-risk-assessment service currently covers England & Wales. Folkestone (CT19) is in England, where we are expanding our assessor network — register your interest below and we will contact you when we can serve this area. The guidance on this page explains the duties that apply to premises in Folkestone under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety Act 2021.
Every premises in Folkestone with employees, paying guests, or members of the public requires a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment under Article 9 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Failure to comply can lead to enforcement notices, unlimited fines, and — in the most serious cases — custodial sentences for the responsible person.
Fire Risk Assessment Prices in CT19
How It Works in CT19
Book Online
Pick a date that suits you. We cover all of Folkestone and the CT19 district, with same-week appointments where availability allows.
Assessor Visits
A NEBOSH-qualified HawkSwift assessor visits your Folkestone premises and carries out a thorough inspection against the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requirements.
Report in 48hrs
Your full the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 compliant fire risk assessment report is delivered within 48 hours, ready for inspectors and insurers.
Fire Risk Assessments Near CT19
HawkSwift also covers these neighbouring postcode districts:
Local Authority & Enforcement in Folkestone
Kent Fire and Rescue Service enforces fire safety in Folkestone on behalf of Kent. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, responsible persons must ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is in place. Buildings over 11m require monthly flat entrance-door checks and quarterly common-parts checks.
High-Risk Areas in Folkestone
Areas We Urgently Assess
- City-centre mixed-use buildings and high-rise flats
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and shared houses
- Retail, hospitality and night-time-economy venues
- Industrial units, warehouses and manufacturing sites
- Care homes, healthcare and education premises
Common Mistakes in Folkestone
- Forgetting that common parts (stairs, corridors, shared kitchens) require an FRA under Article 9 of the RRO 2005 even where rooms are let individually
- Mixed-use buildings (shop below, flats above) where the commercial and residential responsible persons fail to co-ordinate
- Buildings over 11m where monthly flat entrance-door checks are a legal duty under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
- Not reviewing the assessment after refurbishment, change of use, or new equipment
Folkestone by the Numbers
Key Locations We Cover in Folkestone
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a fire risk assessment for premises in CT19 Folkestone?
Yes. Under Article 9 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person for any non-domestic premises in Folkestone (Kent, England) must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and keep it current. This applies to offices, shops, restaurants, warehouses, care homes, HMOs, schools and hotels regardless of size. Premises in this area fall under the enforcement of Kent Fire and Rescue Service. HawkSwift carries out the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 / PAS 79-1:2020 compliant fire risk assessments across CT19 from £199 + VAT.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in CT19 Folkestone?
HawkSwift fire risk assessments in the CT19 district start from £199 + VAT for micro premises (up to 5 employees). Fast Track (up to 20 employees) is £349, Standard (up to 50) £549, and Enhanced for larger or higher-risk premises from £849. All prices are fixed with no hidden fees, and the report is delivered within 48 hours.
Which fire authority enforces CT19 Folkestone?
Premises in the CT19 postcode district fall under the enforcement of the Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Your HawkSwift assessment is written to satisfy their expectations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety Act 2021.
How quickly can an assessor visit Folkestone?
We are expanding our assessor coverage to Folkestone (CT19). Register your interest via the link below and we will contact you as soon as we have availability in your area.
What premises types do you cover in CT19?
We cover all non-domestic premises in the CT19 district — offices, shops, pubs, restaurants, hotels, care homes, HMOs, schools, warehouses, factories, salons, gyms, and places of worship. If people work, visit, or pay to stay there, it needs an FRA under Article 9 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Interested in CT19?
We're expanding our assessor network to Folkestone (CT19). Register your interest and we'll be in touch.