fire risk assessment Checklist: Prepare Before the Assessor Arrives

Nominate a responsible person Under the RRO 2005, you must designate a responsible person for the premises. This is usually the employer, owner, or anyone with control over the building. During the assessment, the responsible person or a competent deputy should be available to answer questions regarding: - The number of occupants and building usage patterns - Any processes or activities that generate heat or use flammable substances - The current fire safety policy and staff management structure - Any recent building alterations or changes of use that might affect fire safety Providing accurate information ensures the assessor can make appropriate recommendations based on the actual use of the premises. ## What Happens After the Assessment? Once the physical inspection and review of your documentation are complete, the assessor will compile their findings into a formal report. HawkSwift provides clear, actionable reports within 5 working days, detailing any significant findings and prioritising recommendations to help you achieve full compliance with UK fire safety law. You must then act on the findings of the assessment. If the report identifies significant risks, you have a legal duty to implement reasonable measures to remove or reduce those risks. Keeping a record of the actions you take following the assessment is a vital part of demonstrating compliance. ## How HawkSwift Can Help Preparing for a fire risk assessment does not need to be complicated, but having professional support makes the process straightforward. At HawkSwift Ltd, our NEBOSH-qualified assessors provide thorough, practical evaluations tailored to your premises. Our fire risk assessments start from £199 + VAT, and we deliver detailed reports within 5 working days to help you meet your duties under the RRO 2005 without delay. To arrange your assessment, simply book a fire risk assessment today. *This article is intended as general guidance and does not constitute formal legal advice.* <script type=\"application/ld+json\"> {\"@context\":\"https://schema.org\",\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https://www.hawkswift.co.uk\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Blog\",\"item\":\"https://www.hawkswift.co.uk/blog\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"fire-risk-assessment-checklist-prepare-before-the-assessor-arrives\",\"item\":\"https://www.hawkswift.co.uk/blog/fire-risk-assessment-checklist-prepare-before-the-assessor-arrives\"}]} </script>