Safety Spectrum London provides professional Commercial Fire Risk Assessment London services for business owners, employers, commercial landlords, managing agents, facilities managers, commercial tenants and property managers throughout London and selected locations around the M25. A commercial fire risk assessment identifies potential fire hazards, considers the people who could be at risk and evaluates whether suitable fire prevention, protection and evacuation measures are in place. Our fire risk assessment services cover offices, shops, restaurants, cafés, pubs, hotels, warehouses, factories, educational premises, healthcare environments, leisure facilities, commercial kitchens and multi-tenanted or mixed-use commercial buildings. Following the assessment, you receive a detailed written fire risk assessment report explaining the findings and setting out a prioritised action plan where improvements are required. For other property types, Safety Spectrum London also provides wider Fire Risk Assessment London services.
A fire risk assessment is a systematic review of premises designed to identify fire hazards, determine who could be harmed and establish what precautions are necessary to reduce risk and protect people. For commercial premises, the assessment considers the building itself together with the way it is occupied, managed and used. A professional fire safety risk assessment looks beyond whether a building simply has alarms or extinguishers. It considers how a fire could start, what materials could contribute to its spread, how quickly occupants could be warned and whether people can safely leave the premises. The assessment can also consider fire doors, emergency lighting, means of escape, compartmentation, firefighting equipment, signage, staff procedures and fire safety management arrangements.
The findings are then recorded in a written report so that the Responsible Person can understand both the current risks and the actions required to manage them.
Up to 3 Floors (Communal Area)
£145
3–5 Floors (Communal Area)
£190
5–10 Floors (Communal Area)
£230
Building 1–3 Floor
£240
Building 3–5 Floor
£350
Building 5–8 Floor
£440
More than 12 floor builidng
£520
Building 8–12 Floor
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For homes, apartments, and buildings with shared spaces. We check the lighting, alarms, fire doors, escape routes and shared spaces.
For HMOs that have a licence and those that don't. We make sure that we follow the rules set by the local government and our licenses.
For blocks that were built for a specific purpose or changed. We look at stairwells, hallways, communal areas, and fire separation.
For residential and commercial properties. We assess fire risks and identify asbestos materials to ensure full legal compliance, safety, and risk management.
The exact fire risk assessment requirements depend on the type, size, layout, occupancy and activities taking place within the commercial property. An office containing electrical equipment and a small staff team will present different risks from a restaurant operating a commercial kitchen. Likewise, the assessment of a warehouse containing significant amounts of combustible stock will differ from that of a healthcare premises where some occupants may need assistance during evacuation. This is why a commercial FRA should reflect the actual building and business operation rather than relying solely on a generic checklist. A suitable assessment should consider fire hazards, people at risk, measures for reducing risk, escape arrangements, warning systems, emergency procedures and how fire safety is managed over time.
Yes. A fire risk assessment legal requirement applies to premises falling within the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For businesses and other non-domestic premises, the Responsible Person must ensure that a suitable and sufficient assessment is carried out and reviewed regularly. The Fire Safety Order covers duties relating to risk assessment, general fire precautions, fire detection, firefighting measures, emergency routes, maintenance, staff information and training. Current requirements also mean that Responsible Persons must record their completed Fire Risk Assessment in full, including the findings and relevant fire safety arrangements. You can read the official UK legislation here:
A common question is who is responsible for completing a fire risk assessment.
Under fire safety legislation, responsibility sits with the person or organisation that has sufficient control over the premises. This person is generally referred to as the Responsible Person.
Depending on the commercial property, responsibility may sit with more than one party.
Party | When They May Have Responsibility |
Employer | Where the workplace is under the employer’s control |
Business owner | Where they operate and control the premises |
Commercial landlord | Where they retain responsibility for relevant parts or shared systems |
Managing agent | Where they manage relevant property responsibilities for an owner |
Facilities manager | Where they control relevant building management arrangements |
Commercial tenant | Where they control their occupied business premises |
Freeholder or building owner | Where they retain control of relevant areas of the property |
If you are asking who is responsible for fire risk assessment in a multi-tenanted building, there may be several Responsible Persons.
For example, a commercial landlord may retain responsibility for common staircases and shared systems, while an individual business tenant may have responsibilities within its own unit.
Where responsibilities overlap, the relevant parties should cooperate and coordinate their fire safety arrangements.
Every commercial building is different, but a professional assessment normally considers several core areas.
Assessment Area | What May Be Reviewed |
Fire hazards | Electrical equipment, heating, cooking, machinery and ignition sources |
Combustible materials | Stock, packaging, furniture, waste, oils and other materials |
People at risk | Staff, customers, visitors, contractors and vulnerable occupants |
Means of escape | Corridors, stairs, exit doors and final exits |
Travel distances | Distance occupants may need to travel to reach safety |
Fire detection | Alarm systems, detectors, manual call points and warning arrangements |
Emergency lighting | Escape routes, stairways, changes of direction and final exits |
Fire doors | Condition, closers, hinges, seals and visible gaps |
Compartmentation | Visible walls, ceilings, risers and service penetrations |
Firefighting equipment | Extinguishers and other relevant equipment |
Signage | Fire exits, directional signs and firefighting equipment signs |
Emergency procedures | Evacuation arrangements and assembly procedures |
Management | Training, fire wardens, drills and routine checks |
Records | Alarm, lighting, extinguisher, door and training documentation |
Following the assessment, Safety Spectrum London provides a written fire risk assessment report for the commercial premises.
The report is intended to give the Responsible Person a clear picture of the findings and recommended next steps.
Report Section | What It Provides |
Premises information | Building details, use and agreed assessment scope |
Fire hazards | Relevant hazards identified during the visit |
People at risk | Consideration of occupants potentially affected |
Existing precautions | Review of relevant fire safety measures |
Findings | Observations and identified deficiencies |
Photographic evidence | Supporting images where appropriate |
Risk evaluation | Assessment of the identified level of fire risk |
Action plan | Prioritised recommendations where action is required |
Review information | Guidance on keeping the assessment current |
The report should help the Responsible Person understand what needs immediate attention, what can be planned and what should form part of ongoing fire safety management.
Fire risk assessment certificate is a commonly searched phrase, but it is important to distinguish between a certificate and the actual Fire Risk Assessment. The principal document produced following a professional FRA is normally a written Fire Risk Assessment report recording the assessment, findings and relevant action plan. A simple certificate on its own would not replace the detailed assessment and written record required for appropriate fire safety management. Safety Spectrum London therefore focuses on providing the completed FRA documentation relevant to the agreed assessment rather than presenting the service as simply obtaining a certificate.
Commercial fire risk assessments are required for many types of business premises.
All tests performed comply with written RAMS (Risk Assessment And Method Statement) for total HSE compliance.
You can book an appointment over the phone or online. Same-day and weekend appointments are available across London.
Our experienced assessor visits your property to carry out a full survey in accordance with PAS 79.
You receive a professional report and Fire Risk Assessment Certificate within 24 hours.
We identify issues, provide solutions and quotes, and complete all remedial works to ensure compliance.
Safety Spectrum London provides fire risk assessments across a broad range of commercial sectors.
Different industries can present very different fire hazards, so the assessment should reflect the actual activities undertaken within the premises.
Sector | Typical Properties |
Offices | Corporate offices, serviced offices and co-working spaces |
Retail | Shops, showrooms and retail units |
Hospitality | Restaurants, cafés, takeaways, pubs, bars and hotels |
Warehousing | Warehouses, storage and distribution centres |
Industrial | Factories, workshops and manufacturing premises |
Education | Schools, colleges, nurseries and training centres |
Healthcare | GP surgeries, dental practices, clinics and medical premises |
Care | Care environments and supported facilities |
Leisure | Gyms, studios and entertainment premises |
Places of Worship | Churches and other religious premises |
Mixed-Use | Buildings containing commercial and other occupancies |
Multi-Tenant | Buildings occupied by several businesses |
Portfolios | Multiple commercial properties under common management |
Commercial Property Experience: Our fire risk assessment services cover a wide range of workplaces and commercial properties throughout London.
This allows the assessment to take account of the differences between offices, hospitality premises, warehouses, industrial buildings and other business environments.
Clear Written Reporting: The report is designed to communicate what was found, why an issue matters and what action should be considered.
Prioritised Action Plans: Recommendations are organised so clients can distinguish higher-priority issues from planned improvements and routine fire safety management actions.
Fast Report Turnaround: For qualifying assessments, completed reports are normally issued digitally within 24 hours of completion and payment.
London and M25 Coverage: Safety Spectrum London provides fire risk assessments London businesses and property managers can arrange across all main London regions and selected surrounding M25 locations.
Remedial Support: Where relevant issues identified within the FRA fall within our service capabilities, we can provide a separate quotation for remedial works.
At Safety Spectrum London, we deliver all types of Fire Safety testing and certification your one trusted team for complete electrical safety compliance.
Professional fire door supply and installation for residential and commercial properties. Fully compliant fittings ensuring maximum fire protection and safety standards.
Certified inspections of existing fire doors to verify safety, integrity, and compliance. Receive a full fire door certification report meeting current UK fire regulations.
We design, install, and commission fully compliant fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839 standards, ensuring early detection, reliable performance, and complete legal compliance.
Annual servicing, maintenance, and supply of fire extinguishers for all property types. Ensures full compliance with BS standards and keeps your premises safe and protected.
Complete fire safety assessments for landlords, businesses, and commercial premises. Ensures your property meets all mandatory fire safety regulations with certified reporting.
The FRA identifies what requires attention. The Responsible Person then needs to ensure appropriate recommendations are addressed.
Safety Spectrum London provides Fire Risk Assessment Remedial Works London for qualifying actions arising from FRA reports.
Remedial Area | Examples |
Fire doors | Closers, seals, hinges, adjustments and qualifying replacement |
Fire alarms | Installation, additional detection and upgrades |
Emergency lighting | Installation, replacement and testing |
Fire extinguishers | Servicing and replacement |
Electrical issues | Relevant electrical remedial work |
Other actions | Reviewed individually against the FRA recommendation |
The Fire Risk Assessment and subsequent remedial works are separate services and are quoted separately.
If another fire risk assessment provider has already completed your FRA, you can send the report to Safety Spectrum London and we can review the relevant action points to establish which works fall within our services.
We provide Commercial Fire Risk Assessment services across London, supporting businesses in a wide range of sectors and property types.
If you are searching for a fire risk assessment near me, Safety Spectrum London provides local commercial Fire Risk Assessment services throughout London and selected locations around the M25.
Our Fire Risk Assessment London coverage includes offices, shops, restaurants, hotels, warehouses, healthcare premises, educational buildings, factories and other commercial properties.
We provide Commercial Fire Risk Assessments throughout Central London.
Our coverage includes Westminster (SW1, W1, WC2), City of London (EC1, EC2, EC3, EC4), Holborn, Fitzrovia and Marylebone (WC1, WC2, W1, NW1), Covent Garden (WC2), Soho, Bloomsbury and Victoria (W1, WC1, SW1), Mayfair (W1), St James’s (SW1), Pimlico and South Bank (SW1V, SE1), Belgravia (SW1W, SW1X), Knightsbridge (SW1X, SW3, SW7), Chelsea (SW3, SW10), Kensington (W8, SW7), Paddington (W2), Bayswater (W2) and Notting Hill (W11, W2).
Our North London service area includes Highgate (N6, N19), Muswell Hill (N10), Crouch End (N8), Finsbury Park (N4, N7), Archway (N19), Hampstead (NW3), Golders Green (NW11), East Finchley (N2), Finchley (N3), North Finchley (N12), Mill Hill (NW7), Totteridge (N20), Whetstone (N20), Barnet (EN4, EN5), Enfield Town (EN1, EN2), Palmers Green (N13), Winchmore Hill (N21), Southgate (N14), Edmonton (N9, N18), Bounds Green (N11), Wood Green (N22), Alexandra Palace (N22), Holloway (N7) and Islington (N1).
We cover Cricklewood (NW2), Kilburn (NW6), Willesden (NW2, NW10), Neasden (NW2, NW10), Harlesden (NW10), Wembley (HA0, HA9), Alperton (HA0), Kingsbury (NW9), Queensbury (NW9, HA7), Kenton (HA3), Harrow including Harrow on the Hill, South Harrow, North Harrow and Harrow Weald (HA1, HA2, HA3), Pinner (HA5), Ruislip (HA4), Stanmore (HA7), Edgware (HA8), Colindale (NW9), Hendon (NW4), Brent Cross (NW2, NW4, NW11) and Swiss Cottage (NW3, NW6).
Our West London coverage includes Acton (W3), Chiswick (W4), Ealing (W5), West Ealing (W13), Northfields (W5, W13), Hanwell (W7), Hammersmith (W6), Shepherd’s Bush (W12), White City (W12), Notting Hill (W11), Holland Park (W8, W11), West Kensington (W14), Southall (UB1, UB2), Brentford (TW8), Isleworth (TW7), Hounslow (TW3, TW4, TW5), Osterley (TW7), Feltham (TW13, TW14), Hayes (UB3, UB4), Harlington (UB3), Uxbridge (UB8), Ruislip (HA4), Yiewsley (UB7) and West Drayton (UB7).
We cover Putney (SW15), Wandsworth (SW18), Clapham Junction (SW11), Battersea (SW11), Balham (SW12), Tooting (SW17), Earlsfield (SW18), Southfields (SW18, SW19), Wimbledon (SW19), Raynes Park (SW20), Morden (SM4), Colliers Wood (SW19), Mitcham (CR4), Streatham (SW16), Norbury (SW16), Richmond (TW9, TW10), Twickenham (TW1, TW2), Teddington (TW11), Hampton (TW12), Kingston upon Thames (KT1, KT2), Surbiton (KT5, KT6) and New Malden (KT3).
Our South London coverage includes Brixton (SW2, SW9), Clapham (SW4), Stockwell (SW9), Vauxhall (SW8), Kennington (SE11), Elephant & Castle (SE1, SE17), Camberwell (SE5), Peckham (SE15), Dulwich (SE21, SE22), Herne Hill (SE24), Crystal Palace (SE19), West Norwood (SE27), Upper Norwood (SE19), South Norwood (SE25), Thornton Heath (CR7), Croydon including Central, South and East Croydon (CR0, CR2), Purley (CR8), Coulsdon (CR5), Addiscombe (CR0), Shirley (CR0) and Selhurst (SE25, CR0).
We provide assessments throughout Deptford (SE8), New Cross (SE14), Brockley (SE4), Lewisham (SE13), Catford (SE6), Hither Green (SE13), Blackheath (SE3), Greenwich (SE10), Eltham (SE9), Woolwich (SE18), Plumstead (SE18), Abbey Wood (SE2), Thamesmead (SE28), Bexleyheath (DA6, DA7), Welling (DA16), Sidcup (DA14, DA15), Chislehurst (BR7), Bromley (BR1, BR2), Beckenham (BR3), Orpington (BR5, BR6), Penge (SE20), Anerley (SE20) and Grove Park (SE12).
Our East London coverage includes Shoreditch (E1, EC2), Hoxton (N1), Bethnal Green (E2), Whitechapel (E1), Stepney (E1), Poplar (E14), Bow (E3), Canary Wharf (E14), Stratford (E15, E20), Forest Gate (E7), Plaistow (E13), East Ham (E6), West Ham (E15), Canning Town (E16), Beckton (E6), Barking (IG11), Dagenham (RM8, RM9, RM10), Ilford (IG1), Seven Kings (IG3), Goodmayes (IG3), Chadwell Heath (RM6), Romford (RM1, RM2, RM3, RM7), Gidea Park (RM2), Hornchurch (RM11, RM12), Upminster (RM14), Wanstead (E11), Leyton (E10), Leytonstone (E11), Walthamstow (E17), Chingford (E4) and Woodford Green (IG8).
Selected surrounding locations include Watford (WD17, WD18, WD19, WD24, WD25), Bushey (WD23), Borehamwood (WD6), Elstree (WD6), Potters Bar (EN6), Cheshunt (EN7, EN8), Waltham Abbey (EN9), Epping (CM16), Loughton (IG10), Theydon Bois (CM16), Chigwell (IG7), Buckhurst Hill (IG9), Brentwood (CM13, CM14, CM15), Upminster Bridge (RM12), Dartford (DA1, DA2), Swanley (BR8), outer Orpington (BR5, BR6), Epsom (KT17, KT18, KT19), Ewell (KT17, KT19), Leatherhead (KT22), Ashford in Middlesex (TW15), Staines-upon-Thames (TW18), Sunbury-on-Thames (TW16), Shepperton (TW17), Rickmansworth (WD3) and Chorleywood (WD3).
If your location is not shown, send us the commercial property postcode, building type, approximate size and number of floors and we can confirm coverage.
There is no single universal expiry period for every commercial Fire Risk Assessment. Official GOV.UK guidance states that the Responsible Person must regularly review the assessment and update it where necessary. A review may be required following significant refurbishment, changes to the building layout, changes in occupancy, changes in business processes or alterations to important fire protection systems. A fire or significant near miss should also prompt consideration of whether the assessment remains suitable.
If you own a business in London, getting a Commercial Fire Risk Assessment is an important step in keeping your employees, customers, and property safe.
Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 says that businesses must do a fire risk assessment.
The Responsible Person is usually the employer, building owner, or business owner.
It is the job of the Responsible Person to make sure that a fire risk assessment is done. The landlord, employer, business owner, managing agent, or building owner usually has this power, depending on who runs the property.
If the Responsible Person knows enough, they can technically do a fire risk assessment. Most property owners, on the other hand, hire qualified fire risk assessors who have received professional training and have worked in fire safety.
Yes. Landlords must make sure that fire risks are properly assessed in buildings with shared spaces, HMOs, blocks of flats, and rental properties where fire safety rules apply.
Fire risk assessments are usually needed for shared spaces in apartment buildings, such as stairwells, hallways and shared entrances. Usually, individual flats are not checked unless they are part of a certain type of inspection.
The price of a fire risk assessment changes based on things like the size, shape, number of floors, and overall complexity of the building. Smaller buildings may cost less, but bigger commercial buildings need more thorough inspections.
The duration of a fire risk assessment depends on the size and complexity of the property. Smaller premises may take around 1 to 2 hours, while larger buildings or complex sites may require several hours.
The duration depends on the size and complexity of the premises.
Reviews should happen every so often or when big changes happen.
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