Fire Risk Assessments Milton Keynes

The purpose of fire risk assessments is to assess and reduce the risk of fire to ensure the safety of the people using the premises. We are based in Milton Keynes and offer a local service provided by a qualified and experienced team.

As an employer (and/or building owner or occupier) you are required to carry out a fire safety risk assessment and keep it up to date.

Based on the findings of the fire risk assessment, employers need to ensure that adequate and appropriate fire safety measures are in place to minimise the risk of injury or loss of life in the event of a fire.

In order to help prevent a fire in the workplace your fire risk assessment needs to identify what could cause a fire to start (for example a spark), substances that burn, and people who may be at risk.

Some of the things covered by a fire risk assessment include:

• keeping sources of ignition and flammable substances apart,
• avoiding accidental fires, for example making sure heaters cannot be knocked over
• ensuring good housekeeping at all times to avoid a build-up of rubbish that could burn, keeping equipment clean to reduce the risk of overheating
• considering how to detect fires and how to warn people quickly if they start such as installing smoke alarms and fire alarms
• having the correct fire-fighting equipment for putting a fire out quickly
• keeping fire exits and escape routes clearly marked and unobstructed at all times
• ensuring that your staff receive appropriate training on procedures that they need to follow, including fire drills

Once complete, they should be regularly reviewed, and changes made where necessary. This is particularly important as your business evolves and grows. If you would like to arrange a professional fire risk assessment in or around Milton Keynes please give us a call or complete our contact form.