The Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 mandates that business premises hold an up to date fire risk assessment, however the law does not specify the frequency at which it should be revisited and updated.
Why fire risk assessments must be reviewed
Because hazards change over time, it is important to regularly review all safety documentation, including your fire risk assessment to ensure that it remains valid and protects your workers, your assets, your premises and your reputation.
Who can perform a fire risk assessment in Northamptonshire?
The law does not specify who should carry out a fire risk assessment Northamptonshire, merely requiring the individual to be competent and thorough.
Appropriate review timescales
Many businesses review their fire risk assessment annually and for most, this is entirely appropriate as the nature, size and purpose of the business rarely change in a material way.
However, if your business experiences a material change, it is wise to perform a new fire risk assessment to test whether the changes have impacted upon your fire safety position and whether new actions are required to reduce the risk to as low as is reasonably practicable.
What is a material change?
A material change is a change that impacts upon the size, shape, layout or operation of the business but it could also refer to a significant workforce turnover or the introduction of new equipment and working practices. You should also review your fire risk assessment if the law or industry standards change to ensure that your business remains compliant.
