FIRE Risk Assessment
Legislation
Since the introduction of the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations in 1997 employers are required to conduct a Fire Risk Assessment. If 5 or more persons are employed the Fire Risk Assessment must be recorded in writing and held on the premises available for inspection by the local Fire and Rescue Authority.
Legislation can be viewed on the Scottish Executive and ODPM websites.

What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
Legislation stipulates that a “responsible person” is required to undertake an assessment of the risk of fire and take appropriate action to reduce or remove any risk identified. The Risk Assessment must take into account the effect a fire will have on anyone within or around the premises. It is also a requirement that the Risk Assessment is kept under regular review.
A Fire Risk Assessment;

• Identifies potential fire hazards
• Determines personnel at risk
• Evaluates the dangers
• Records findings
• Informs employees of the assessment
• Regularly reviews, revisits and updates procedures
  

What HGMT Associates Ltd offer
We provide a service that includes;

• Complete Fire Risk Assessment training for individuals charged with maintaining Fire Safety in the workplace
• A full survey culminating in a comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment report

Fire Risk Assessment Course

This course is designed for individuals who have a responsibility for Fire Safety within the work environment. The course explores the various methods and procedures necessary to complete a full and proper fire Risk Assessment.
The course covers;

• Fundamentals of Risk Assessment
• Risk / Benefit analysis model
• Accident causation and prevention model
• Fire Risk Management – The Employers Guide
• Fire Dynamics – basic Understanding
• Workplace Risk Assessment sample.   

Our highly trained and dedicated Consultant team is available to assist with the Risk Assessment process during the course. All Delegates are given the opportunity to carry out a fire Risk Assessment and apply the principles taught on the course.


Full Survey and Fire Risk Assessment Report

If the premises does not have a health and safety officer or responsible person for Fire Safety then the consultancy team at HGMT Associates Ltd will undertake a complete survey and systematic assessment of the premise/s following which a comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment report will be submitted, relative to the findings and will ensure compliance with the statutory regulations. A fire risk assessment allows companies to review Fire Safety policies.