Fire safety checks.
A practical review of your premises by a fire alarm engineer. We identify what is wrong, say what should be done and tell you honestly what you do not need.
A professional look at what you have.
We visit the premises and review your existing fire alarm and fire safety arrangements as they actually are. We identify obvious areas of concern, compare what is installed with what the building and its use need and give you practical, prioritised recommendations in writing.
The aim is that you understand where you stand and what to do, not that you buy something.
What we check
- The fire alarm: type, condition, coverage against the layout, panel status, faults, records and last service
- Logbook and documents: certificates, zone plan, test records and who is responsible
- Extinguishers and blankets: the right types, in the right places, in date, signed and accessible
- Emergency lighting and exit signs: present, working and tested
- Escape routes: obstructions, wedged fire doors, locked exits and signage
- Changes since installation: extensions, partitions, new tenants or a change of use
What you get
A written summary: what we found, how serious each item is and what we recommend, in order of priority. Where something is working properly, we say so. Where you do not need a product, we say that too.
What this is notA fire safety check is not a fire risk assessment under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which the responsible person must have and keep under review. If you need a formal assessment, we will say so and point you to a competent assessor. See your responsibilities.
Who it suits
- Businesses that inherited a system and do not know its condition
- Landlords and managing agents with several properties
- New tenants or owners taking over premises
- Anyone preparing for an insurer’s or fire and rescue service’s questions
- Premises where the use or layout has changed
How it works
Book
Call or request an assessment and tell us about the premises.
Visit
An engineer reviews the building and the existing arrangements.
Report
A clear written summary with prioritised recommendations.
Decide
You choose what to do and who does it. There is no obligation to use us.
Common questions.
What is the difference between a fire safety check and a fire risk assessment?
A fire risk assessment is the formal assessment of fire risk that the responsible person must carry out and review under fire safety law. A fire safety check is a practical review of your fire alarm and equipment, which helps you act on the findings. It does not replace the assessment.
How long does a check take?
A small premises takes an hour or two. Larger buildings take longer, and we tell you in advance.
Do I have to buy anything afterwards?
No. The report is yours, and you can act on it with anyone.
Do you do fire safety checks outside Somerset?
Yes. Bath and Bristol are routine, and we travel further by arrangement.
Speak to a fire engineer.
Call, message or send the form. We reply the same working day wherever we can.
