Does my shop need a fire risk assessment?

Yes. Any retail premises with staff or members of the public must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment under the RRO 2005. This applies to independent shops, salons and units in shopping centres alike.

What are the most common issues you find in shops?

Common findings include obstructed or locked fire exits during trading hours, excess stock blocking escape routes, and missing or expired emergency lighting. We identify these and give you a clear, prioritised action plan.

How much does a retail fire risk assessment cost?

Most small shops fall into Fast Track at £349. Larger stores up to 50 staff are Standard (£549); department stores or multi-floor units may be Enhanced. The quote form confirms your exact price.

Hardware & DIY Stores Fire Risk Assessment

Built for Hardware & DIY Stores

Public safety • Stockroom risk • Fast fixed-price report

Reviewed by Chris Banks, Commercial Director & NEBOSH-qualified assessor · Last reviewed October 2026

Shops and retail units welcome the public daily and often hold significant stock, packaging and display materials that add to the fire load. A fire risk assessment ensures your customers and staff can escape safely and that your premises meet the RRO 2005. HawkSwift delivers fast, fixed-price retail assessments suitable for your Fire Authority and insurer. This page is tailored specifically to hardware & diy stores premises.

Hardware and DIY stores present significant fire hazards due to the storage of flammable liquids, paints, and combustible timber products. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person must ensure these materials are segregated and stored safely to prevent rapid fire spread. A competent assessor will specifically verify that separation distances are maintained between high-risk storage areas and escape routes, ensuring that stockpiling does not obstruct emergency exits or compromise the structural fire integrity of the premises.

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Scope of Review

What We Check for Hardware & DIY Stores

Every assessment is tailored to the real risks of your premises type.

01Public escape routes & final exits

02Stockroom & storage fire load

03Electrical displays & signage

04Blocked or locked exits during trading

05Detection & alarm coverage

06Emergency lighting on escape routes

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