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2026-08-22 · HawkSwift Ltd

Fire Risk Assessment for Student Accommodation | HawkSwift

Annual churn, HMO-style risks, interlinked detection and management. Our NEBOSH-qualified assessors follow PAS 79 and BS 9999, delivering court-defensible fire risk assessments from £199 + VAT, report in 48 hours.

What We Assess

  • Means of escape and travel distances.
  • Fire detection, alarm and emergency lighting.
  • Fire loading, storage and housekeeping.
  • People at risk, including those needing assistance.
  • Management arrangements, training and testing.

Why It Matters

Under the RRO 2005, the responsible person must hold a suitable and sufficient assessment. Failures lead to enforcement notices and penalties.

Book your assessment today.

*This article is general guidance and not formal legal advice.*

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the assessment? From £199 + VAT, fixed fee agreed before the visit. How fast? Same-week appointments, report in 48 hours. Who delivers it? NEBOSH-qualified assessors, PAS 79 methodology.

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