Type 1 vs Type 3 Fire Risk Assessments for Flats
Blocks of flats and apartment buildings can require different types of fire risk assessment depending on the building, its layout and the level of risk.
When Is a Fire Risk Assessment Required for Blocks of Flats?
A fire risk assessment is usually required for the common parts of a block of flats. This includes areas such as communal corridors, stairways, lobbies, shared entrances, plant rooms and escape routes.
Fire Safety in Care Homes: Why Evacuation Planning Matters
Fire safety in care homes relies on more than alarms, fire doors and emergency lighting. These measures are important, but they must be supported by a realistic evacuation plan that reflects the people living in the premises.
Fire Risk Assessments for Care Homes: What You Need to Know
Fire safety in a care home needs careful thought because the risks are often more complex than in a standard workplace.
Fire Door Inspection Requirements for Care Homes: A Guide for Care Home Managers
Fire Door Inspections Requirements for Care Homes: A Guide for Care Home Managers This fire door care homes guide explains why regular inspection, maintenance and record keeping are important for protecting residents, staff and visitors. Fire door inspection requirements for care homes play a critical role in supporting compartmentation, protecting escape routes and reducing the […]
Fire Alarm Systems: A Guide for Businesses
What Is the Purpose of a Fire Alarm System? Fire alarm systems are an important part of a building’s fire safety arrangements. They are designed to provide early warning of fire, allowing occupants to begin emergency procedures and safely leave the building before conditions become life-threatening. Early warning is one of the most important life-safety […]
Lithium-ion Battery Fire Safety | E-Bikes & E-Scooters
Lithium-ion Battery Fire Safety: Reducing Fire Risks from E-Bikes, E-Scooters and Rechargeable Devices
Top 10 Residential Fire Safety Issues in Lancashire
Top 10 Fire Safety Issues Found In Lancashire Residential Buildings. Residential fire safety issues are frequently identified during Fire Risk Assessments within blocks of flats, converted properties, HMOs and residential buildings. While many buildings are generally well maintained, seemingly minor deficiencies can significantly increase the risk to occupants in the event of a fire. At […]
Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments – PCFRA
Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments: What Responsible Persons Need to Understand in 2026 Introduction Fire risk assessments have traditionally focused on buildings; their construction, fire precautions, and means of escape – This approach assumes occupants are able to respond and react to fire in a safe way. However, recent changes to fire safety legislation in England […]
Serviced Accommodation Fire Risk Assessment Cumbria | JBR Fire
Serviced accommodation and short-term lets across Cumbria and the Lake District have grown significantly in recent years. With the rise of Airbnb-style accommodation, thousands of properties now operate as holiday lets across the region. If you require serviced accommodation fire risk assessment in Cumbria, it is essential to understand your legal responsibilities you are likely […]