Fire Risk Assessment Nottingham
Professional fire risk assessments for commercial, residential, and specialist premises across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Our qualified assessors help businesses, landlords, and organisations meet their legal obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 — protecting your property, your tenants, and your peace of mind.
IFE & IFSM Qualified
Fully qualified assessors holding recognised professional body membership
PAS 79 Reports
Written reports in PAS 79-1:2020 format with prioritised action plans
5–10 Day Turnaround
Reports delivered within five to ten working days of the inspection
From £200
Transparent, competitive pricing with free no-obligation quotes
About Us
Qualified Fire Risk Assessors in Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
We are a Nottingham-based fire risk assessment company delivering thorough, compliant assessments to businesses, landlords, and organisations across the city of Nottingham and the wider Nottinghamshire region. Every assessment is conducted by a qualified fire risk assessor holding membership of a recognised professional body.
Our assessors hold membership of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) and the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), and are listed on the Third Party Fire Risk Assessors Register (TFRAR). All assessments are carried out in strict accordance with PAS 79-1:2020 — the recognised standard for fire risk assessment methodology in England and Wales — with reference to BS 9999 fire safety design guidance where appropriate.
Whether you manage a single commercial unit in Nottingham’s Lace Market, a portfolio of student HMOs near the University of Nottingham or Nottingham Trent University, or a specialist premises such as a care home or school, we provide a detailed written report and prioritised action plan — delivered within 5 to 10 working days of the on-site inspection.
Our Services
Fire Risk Assessment Services in Nottingham
We carry out fire risk assessments for every type of premises across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Whatever your property type or sector, we have the expertise to deliver a compliant, thorough assessment tailored to your specific circumstances.
Commercial Fire Risk Assessments
Offices, retail units, showrooms, and commercial premises throughout Nottingham city centre, the Lace Market, Hockley, and surrounding business parks. We evaluate fire hazards, escape routes, detection systems, and emergency procedures to ensure your business meets its legal obligations.
Learn more →Residential Fire Risk Assessments
Blocks of flats, communal areas, and purpose-built residential buildings throughout Nottingham. We assess shared escape routes, fire compartmentation, and communal fire safety measures to protect residents and ensure compliance with the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.
Learn more →Care Home Fire Risk Assessments
Specialist assessments for care homes, nursing homes, and residential care facilities across Nottinghamshire. Experienced in PEEPs, progressive horizontal evacuation strategies, and the intersection of fire safety requirements with CQC inspection standards.
Learn more →HMO Fire Risk Assessments
Nottingham has one of the UK’s largest student populations, with two major universities driving high demand for HMOs across the city. Our assessments cover shared escape routes, fire detection, fire doors, and emergency lighting — accepted for HMO licensing by Nottingham City Council.
Learn more →School & Education Fire Risk Assessments
Academies, schools, colleges, and early years settings across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. We understand the specific risks of educational premises including science labs, assembly halls, sports facilities, and buildings used by community groups outside school hours.
Learn more →Warehouse & Industrial Fire Risk Assessments
Warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centres, and industrial units across Nottingham’s industrial estates and the wider Nottinghamshire region. We assess high-rack storage, flammable materials, forklift traffic, loading bay risks, and large open-plan escape route challenges.
Learn more →Hotel & Hospitality Fire Risk Assessments
Hotels, guest houses, pubs, restaurants, and hospitality venues throughout Nottingham. As a major city with a thriving night-time economy and strong tourism sector, Nottingham has a significant concentration of sleeping risk premises and high-footfall hospitality venues — all carrying heightened fire safety obligations.
Learn more →Church & Community Fire Risk Assessments
Churches, mosques, temples, community centres, and village halls across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Many community buildings are in regular use by large numbers of people yet have never had a formal fire risk assessment. We understand the challenges of listed buildings, large assembly spaces, and volunteer-run premises.
Learn more →The Process
What Does a Fire Risk Assessment Involve?
A fire risk assessment is a structured evaluation of your premises designed to identify hazards, establish who is at risk, and determine the measures required to eliminate or control that risk. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets out five core steps.
Identify Hazards
We inspect your premises for ignition sources, fuel sources, and oxygen sources that could give rise to a fire.
Identify People at Risk
We consider all persons present — employees, customers, visitors, and anyone facing additional risk due to disability or unfamiliarity with the building.
Evaluate & Reduce Risks
We assess risk levels and recommend practical, proportionate measures — fire detection, escape routes, compartmentation, signage, and equipment.
Record Findings
We produce a comprehensive written PAS 79-1:2020 report with all significant findings and a clearly prioritised action plan with recommended timescales.
Review & Update
We recommend annual reviews as a minimum. The assessment must be updated following any material change to the premises, layout, use, or occupants.
Legal Requirements
Why Do You Need a Fire Risk Assessment in Nottingham?
A fire risk assessment is a legal requirement for virtually every non-domestic premises in England and Wales. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsibility falls on the “responsible person” — typically the employer, building owner, landlord, or managing agent — to ensure a suitable and sufficient assessment is carried out and kept current.
This applies to offices, shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels, warehouses, factories, care homes, schools, community buildings, blocks of flats (communal areas), HMOs, and any other premises where people work, visit, or sleep that is not a single private dwelling.
The enforcement authority in Nottingham is Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, which has the power to inspect any qualifying premises without prior notice. Beyond the legal dimension, failing to maintain a valid and current fire risk assessment can invalidate your building insurance policy — in the event of a fire, your insurer may decline to pay if you cannot demonstrate that a compliant assessment was in place.
Legislation has been significantly strengthened following Grenfell Tower. The Fire Safety Act 2021, the Building Safety Act 2022, and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 have all extended the duties of responsible persons — particularly in multi-occupied residential buildings.
Enforcement Notice
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service can require corrective action within a set timeframe following an inspection that finds no adequate assessment in place.
Prohibition Notice
If there is a serious and imminent risk to life, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service can close your premises immediately with no advance warning.
Criminal Prosecution
Non-compliance can result in unlimited fines and up to two years’ imprisonment. Liability extends personally to directors, partners, and managing agents.
Insurance Invalidated
Most commercial property insurance policies require a valid fire risk assessment. Without one, a fire-related claim may be declined entirely by your insurer.
Transparent Pricing
How Much Does a Fire Risk Assessment Cost in Nottingham?
Competitive, transparent pricing for every premises type across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. All quotes are provided free of charge with no obligation.
🏢 Small Office or Retail
- ✓ Full on-site inspection
- ✓ Written PAS 79 report
- ✓ Prioritised action plan
- ✓ Follow-up telephone support
🔑 HMO (3–5 Bedrooms)
- ✓ Full on-site inspection
- ✓ Written PAS 79 report
- ✓ Licensing-compliant format
- ✓ Accepted by Nottingham City Council
🏠 Block of Flats
- ✓ Communal area assessment
- ✓ Fire door inspection
- ✓ Written PAS 79 report
- ✓ Resident safety information
🏥 Care Home
- ✓ Specialist sleeping risk assessment
- ✓ PEEP recommendations
- ✓ CQC inspection aligned
- ✓ Full written PAS 79 report
🏫 School or Academy
- ✓ Full on-site inspection
- ✓ Specialist educational premises guidance
- ✓ Written PAS 79 report
- ✓ Prioritised action plan
🏭 Warehouse or Industrial
- ✓ High-rack storage assessment
- ✓ Flammable materials review
- ✓ Written PAS 79 report
- ✓ Prioritised action plan
Portfolio discounts available for landlords and managing agents with multiple properties across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. All quotes are free with no obligation.
Coverage
Areas We Cover in Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
We provide fire risk assessments across Nottingham city and the wider county. For larger or more complex projects we cover the broader East Midlands region — please contact us to discuss availability outside Nottinghamshire.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about fire risk assessments in Nottingham — from legal requirements to costs and timescales.
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