The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into effect in October 2006 and replaced over 70 pieces of fire safety law. It replaced most fire safety legislation with one simple order, with the aim to ‘simplify, rationalise and consolidate existing fire safety legislation’.
The Order requires fire precautions to be put in place ‘where necessary’ to ensure that everyone on the premises, or nearby, can escape safely if there is a fire.
The main rules under the Order mean that the ‘responsible person’ must;
- Carry out a fire risk assessment identifying any possible dangers and risks,
- Consider who may be especially at risk,
- Get rid of or reduce the risk from fire and provide general fire precautions to deal with any residual risk, and
- Create a plan to deal with any emergency.
If your organisation employs five or more people, your premises are licensed or an Alterations Notice is in force, you must record the significant findings of the assessment. It is however good practice to record your significant findings.
Why Alpha consultancy?
The Alpha consultancy approach is ideally suited for low, medium and high risk workplaces, or where there are no suitably qualified, trained or experienced fire safety personnel within your workplace. Alpha Consultancy limited offers a comprehensive and consistent fire risk assessment service. Our risk assessment documentation gives you the peace of mind, ensuring a consistent, professional and realistic approach to your fire safety needs conforming to current fire safety legislation.
Our work is fully documented and certified, and carries with it ample professional indemnity for your total peace-of-mind. Consultancy services include:
- Fire risk assessment and management programs
- Inspection and audit of premises
- Liaison with Local Authorities and enforcing agencies
Where can I get further information?
The Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) have produced guidance documents to support UK business and help them understand their responsibilities. These are free to download from the CLG website, or can be purchased from HMSO for a nominal cost.
www.communities.gov.uk

For further information on Alpha Consultancy Risk Assessment services, call 01903 266462, or contact us via our website.