2. Fire Risk Assessment

To gain a rounded understanding of fire risk assessments, this section should be read in conjunction with the section on Risk Assessments. Building owners, occupiers and employers must ensure a fire risk assessment is in place for their premises. An FRA examines whether there are appropriate and adequate fire safety measures in place to minimise the risk of injury or loss of life in the event of a fire.

Where shortcomings are found, the assessor will include a description, a photograph (usually) and details of the actions that must be carried out to correct the issue. If the problem presents an immediate danger, the assessor will require the identified actions to be taken immediately.

For other hazards, the assessor will specify the time period...

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How to conduct a Fire Risk Assessment (FRA).

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