A fire risk assessment is an organised and methodical review of your premises, the activities carried out within them, and the likelihood of a fire starting that could place your employees, tenants, visitors, or business assets at risk.

Carrying out a fire risk assessment within your area of responsibility helps ensure that you meet your legal obligations under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.

Our fire risk assessments involve a detailed walk-through of your premises to identify and assess:

• Who may be at risk (employees, tenants, visitors, and anyone with disabilities or frailty who may have difficulty evacuating)
• Identify fire hazards (combustibles)
• Evaluate risks and existing measures
• Record findings and create an action plan for the Duty Holder – Document hazards, risks, and required safety measures, including fire doors, alarms, and evacuation plans
• Review regularly – Fire risk assessments should be updated periodically or when significant changes occur in the premises.

We would also evaluate your company’s fire log book, emergency procedures and certification that you may have in place.

The assessment will also cover:

• Suitable signage and fire safety notices
• The correct types and quantities of fire safety equipment, including fire alarms and fire extinguishers, ensuring they are suitably maintained
• Appropriate fire safety training and fire drills

arusafe has extensive experience carrying out fire risk assessments across a wide range of premises and business sectors in Edinburgh and across the Central Belt of Scotland, including:

• Independent retail shops
• Dental practices and dentists
• Offices
• Small factories and industrial units
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
• Bed & Breakfast accommodation
• Airbnb properties
• Short-term holiday lets