REGULATORY REFORM (FIRE SAFETY) ORDER 2005 FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT (Notes) - PAS 79-1:Premises other than housing

• Responsible Person (e.g. employer) or Person Having Control of the Premises

• Address of Premises
  Address

• Person(s) Consulted:

• Assessor:

• Report reviewed by:

• Date of fire Risk Assessment

  Date

• Date of Previous Fire Risk Assessment

  Date

• Suggested Date for Review

  Date

1. THE PREMISES

• 1.1. Number of floors at ground level and above:

• Number of floors entirely below ground level:

• Floors on which car parking is provided:

• 1.2. Approximate floor area (m2 per floor)

• Approximate floor area: m2 gross

• Approximate floor area: m2 on ground floor.

• 1.3. Details of construction and layout:

• 1.4. Occupancy:

2. THE OCCUPANTS

• 2.1. Approximate maximum number of employees at any one time:

• 2.2. Approximate maximum number of other occupants at any one time:

• 2.3. Approximate total number of people present in the building:

3. OCCUPANTS ESPECIALLY AT RISK FROM FIRE

• 3.1. Sleeping occupants

• 3.2. Disabled employees

• 3.3. Other disabled occupants:

• 3.4. Occupants in remote areas and lone workers:

• 3.5. Young persons employed:

• 3.6. Others:

4. FIRE LOSS EXPERIENCE

5. OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION

6. RELEVANT FIRE SAFETY LEGISLATION

• 6.1. The following fire safety legislation applies to these premises:

• 6.2. The above legislation is enforced by

• 6.3. Other legislation that makes significant requirements for fire precautions in these premises [other than the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended)]:

• 6.4. The other legislation referred to above is enforced by:

• 6.5. Is there an alterations notice in force?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.6. Relevant information and deficiencies observed:

7. ELECTRICAL SOURCES OF IGNITION

• 7.1. Reasonable measures taken to prevent fires of electrical origin?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.2. More specifically:

• a) Fixed installation periodically inspected and tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Is portable appliance testing carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Is there suitable control over the use of personal electrical appliances?<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Suitable limitation of trailing leads and adapters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

8. SMOKING

• 8.1. Reasonable measures taken to prevent fires as a result of smoking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.2. More specifically:

• a) Is smoking prohibited in the building?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Is smoking prohibited in appropriate areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Are there suitable arrangements for those who wish to<br>smoke?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Did the smoking policy appear to be observed at time of<br>inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

9. ARSON

• 9.1. Does basic security against arson by outsiders appear reasonable?(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.2. Is there an absence of unnecessary fire load in close proximity to the premises or available for ignition by outsiders

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (1) Reasonable only in the context of this fire risk assessment. If specific advice on security (including security against arson) is required, the advice of a security specialist should be obtained

10. PORTABLE HEATERS AND HEATING INSTALLATIONS

• 10.1. Is there satisfactory control over the use of portable<br>heaters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.2 Are fixed heating and ventilation installations subject to regular maintenance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

11. COOKING

• 11.1. Are reasonable measures taken to prevent fires as a result of cooking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.2. More specifically:

• Filters changed and ductwork cleaned regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

12. LIGHTNING

• 12.1. Do the premises have a lightning protection system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

13. HOUSEKEEPING

• 13.1. Is the overall standard of housekeeping adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.2. More specifically:

• a) Do combustible materials appear to be separated from<br>ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Is unnecessary accumulation or inappropriate storage of combustible materials or waste avoided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

14. HAZARDS INTRODUCED BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS AND BUILDING WORKS

• 14.1. Is there satisfactory control over works carried out in the building?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• More specifically:

• a) Where appropriate, are fire safety conditions imposed on outside contractors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Where appropriate, is a permit to work system used<br>(e.g. for ‘hot work’)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Are suitable precautions taken by in-house maintenance personnel who carry out works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

15. DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES (2)

• 15.1. Are the general fire precautions adequate to address the hazards associated with dangerous substances used or stored within the premises (3)?

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• (2)For the purpose of this risk assessment and the Fire Safety Order, dangerous substances are primarily explosive, highly
  flammable or flammable substances and oxidizing agents.
  (3)Small quantities with negligible impact on the appropriate fire precautions need not be taken into account.

16. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FIRE HAZARDS THAT WARRANT CONSIDERATION

• 16.1. Hazards

• Add media

  Media

17. MEANS OF ESCAPE FROM FIRE

• 17.1. Is the design of the means of escape considered adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.2. More specifically:

• a) Staircase and exit capacities appear to be adequate<br>for the number of occupants(4)? <br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Are there reasonable distances of travel:

• - where there is escape in a single direction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• - where there are alternative means of escape?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Is there adequate provision of exits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Do fire exits open in the direction of escape, where necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• e) Are there satisfactory arrangements for escape where<br>revolving doors or sliding doors are used as exits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• f) Are the arrangements provided for securing exits<br>satisfactory?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• g) Is a suitable standard of protection designed for escape<br>routes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• h) Are there reasonable arrangements for means of escape for disabled people?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.3. Are the escape routes available for use and suitably<br>maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• More specifically:

• a) Are fire-resisting doors maintained in sound condition<br>and self-closing, where necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Is the fire-resisting construction protecting escape<br>routes in sound condition(5)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Are all escape routes clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Are all fire exits easily and immediately openable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (4) Based on current occupancy information provided. Detailed calculations (e.g. using floor space factors to predict maximum occupancy) are not carried out.
  (5) This fire risk assessment will not necessarily identify all minor fire stopping issues that might exist within the building. If you become aware of other fire stopping issues, or are concerned about the adequacy of fire stopping, you might consider arranging for an invasive survey by a competent specialist.

18. MEASURES TO LIMIT FIRE SPREAD AND DEVELOPMENT

• 18.1. It is considered that there is:

• a) compartmentation of a reasonable standard(6)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) reasonable limitation of linings that might promote fire<br>spread?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 18.2 As far as can reasonably be ascertained, fire dampers are provided as necessary to protect critical means of escape against passage of fire, smoke and combustion products in the early stages of a fire(9)(10)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (9)This fire risk assessment will not necessarily identify all minor fire stopping issues that might exist within the building. If you become aware of other fire stopping issues, or are concerned about the adequacy of fire stopping, you may wish to consider arranging for an invasive survey by a competent specialist.
  (10) A full investigation of the design of HVAC systems is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment.

19. EMERGENCY ESCAPE LIGHTING

• 19.1. Reasonable standard of emergency escape lighting<br>system provided(8)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (8) Based on visual inspection, but no test of illuminance levels or verification of full compliance with relevant British
  Standards carried out.

20. FIRE SAFETY SIGNS AND NOTICES

• 20.1 Is there a reasonable standard of fire safety signs and notices?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

21. MEANS OF GIVING WARNING IN CASE OF FIRE

• 21.1. Is a reasonable fire detection and fire alarm system<br>provided(9)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 21.2. Is there remote transmission of alarm signals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 21.3. Is a zone plan displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 21.4 Relevant information on false alarm experience (if known):

• (9) Based on visual inspection, but no audibility tests or verification of full compliance with relevant British Standard carried out.

22. MANUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHING APPLIANCES

• 22.1. Is there reasonable provision of manual fire extinguishing<br>appliances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 22.2. What type(s) of appliances are provided?

  Portable fire extinguishers:

  Hose reels:

  Fire blankets:

• 22.3. Are all fire extinguishing appliances readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

23. RELEVANT AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS(10)

• 23.1. Type of fixed system

• (10) Relevant to life safety and this risk assessment (as opposed to property protection).

24. OTHER RELEVANT FIXED SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT(11)

• 24.1. Type of fixed system

• 24.2. Is there suitable provision of firefighters’ switch(es) for high<br>voltage luminous tube signs, etc.?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 24.3 Are there appropriately sited facilities for electrical isolation<br>of any photovoltaic (PV) cells, with appropriate signage, to assist the fire and rescue service?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (11) Relevant to life safety and this risk assessment (as opposed to property protection).

25. PROCEDURES AND ARRANGEMENTS

• 25.1. Safety Assistance: The competent person(s) appointed under Article 18 of the Fire Safety Order to assist the Responsible Person in undertaking the preventive and protective measures (i.e. relevant general fire precautions) is:

• 25.2 Fire safety at the premises is managed by(12):

• 25.3. Is there a suitable record of the fire safety<br>arrangements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.4. Are procedures in the event of fire appropriate and<br>properly documented, where appropriate(13)? <br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• More specifically:

• a) Are there adequate procedures for investigating fire<br>alarm signals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Are there suitable arrangements for summoning the<br>fire and rescue service?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Are there suitable arrangements to meet the fire<br>and rescue service on arrival and provide relevant<br>information, including that relating to hazards to<br>fire-fighters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Are there suitable arrangements for ensuring that<br>the premises have been evacuated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• e) Is there a suitable fire assembly point(s)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• f) Are there adequate procedures for evacuation of<br>any disabled people who are likely to be present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.5. Persons nominated and trained to use fire extinguishing appliances

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.6. If the premises are in multiple occupation, are there<br>adequate arrangements for cooperation between<br>duty holders to ensure coordination of their fire safety<br>arrangements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.7. Persons nominated to assist with evacuation, including evacuation of disabled people?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.8 Appropriate liaison with fire and rescue service (i.e. by<br>fire and rescue service crews visiting for familiarization visits?)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 25.9. Routine in-house inspections of fire precautions (e.g. in the course of health and safety inspections)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (12) This is not intended to represent a legal interpretation of responsibility, but merely reflects the managerial arrangement in place at the time of this risk assessment.
  (13) Based on brief review of procedures at the time of this fire risk assessment. In-depth review of documentation is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment, unless otherwise stated.
  

26. TRAINING AND DRILLS

• 26.1 Are all staff given adequate fire safety instruction and training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• More specifically:

• a) Are they trained on induction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Are they given adequate periodic refresher training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Are they given additional training to cover any specific roles and responsibilities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) Is the content of training provided considered adequate(14)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 26.2. Are fire drills carried out at appropriate intervals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 26.3 When the employees of another employer work in the<br>premises, is appropriate information on fire risks and fire safety measures provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• (14) Based on brief consideration of the scope of such training. In-depth evaluation is outside the scope of this fire risk assessment.

27. TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

• 27.1. Adequate maintenance of workplace?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.2. Weekly testing and periodic servicing of fire detection and alarm system

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.3. Monthly and annual testing routines for emergency escape lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.4. Is annual maintenance of fire extinguishing appliances<br>undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.5. Is periodic inspection of external escape staircases and<br>gangways undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.6. Are six-monthly inspection and annual testing of rising mains undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.7. Are weekly and monthly testing, six-monthly inspection,<br>and annual inspection and testing undertaken of lift(s)<br>provided for use by firefighters or evacuation of disabled<br>people (evacuation lifts)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.8. Weekly testing and periodic inspection of sprinkler installations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.9. Are routine checks of final exit doors and/or security<br>fastenings undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.10. Are annual inspection and testing of the lightning<br>protection system undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 27.11. Other relevant inspections or tests:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

28. RECORDS

• 28.1. Appropriate records of:

• a) Fire drills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• b) Fire training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• c) Fire alarm tests?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• d) False alarms?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• e) Emergency escape lighting tests?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• f) Maintenance and testing of other fire protection systems and equipment ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A