Who needs a fire risk assessment?

The "responsible person" for virtually all non-domestic premises — offices, shops, restaurants, warehouses, care homes, HMOs, schools, and hotels. It is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?

Yes. Article 9 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and keep it up to date. Failure to do so is a criminal offence.

How much does a fire risk assessment cost?

From £199 + VAT for small, single-floor premises. Price scales with floors, size, and property type — Micro £199, Fast Track £349, Standard £549, Enhanced £849+. Get an instant quote online.

How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?

At least annually, or sooner when there is a significant change — structural alterations, change of use, new hazards, or after a fire incident. Higher-risk premises may need more frequent reviews.

How long does a fire risk assessment take?

Typically 1 to 4 hours on site depending on size and complexity. Your full report is delivered within 48 hours of the survey.

Are your assessors qualified?

Yes. Our assessors hold NEBOSH qualifications in fire safety and construction. Reports are aligned with RRO 2005, PAS 79, and BS 9999 standards.

What areas do you cover?

We are based in Doncaster and serve England & Wales — Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, the Midlands, the North West and London. For Scotland and Northern Ireland, register your interest and we will confirm as we expand our assessor network.

What is a RAMS and do you provide them?

RAMS stands for Risk Assessment and Method Statement. It sets out what could go wrong on a job and how you will control it. HawkSwift writes and checks trade-specific RAMS for 105 trades, with a competent-person sign-off on every document.

Do you provide fire safety training?

Yes. We offer CPD-accredited fire safety and health & safety training courses from £25, available online and in person.

What is included in your compliance documentation pack?

A library of 21 essential health and safety documents — fire safety policies, evacuation plans, log books, PEEPs, and more — tailored to your business and aligned to current UK legislation.

Free resources

Fire Safety Resources

Practical, free tools from our NEBOSH-qualified assessors. Use them to prep for your assessment or self-audit today.

Free checklist

Fire Risk Assessment Checklist (PDF)

The exact 12-point walkthrough our NEBOSH-qualified assessors use on every visit — download and self-audit before we arrive.

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Guide

Responsible Person Duties Guide

What Article 9 of the RRO 2005 actually requires of you, in plain English, with the penalties for non-compliance.

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Template

Fire Door Monthly Check Template

For buildings over 11m: the monthly flat entrance-door check regime required under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

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Briefing

HMO Fire Safety Briefing

What landlords and managing agents must document for Houses in Multiple Occupation.

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Worksheet

Evacuation Plan Worksheet

A fill-in-the-blanks plan your team can actually use for a fire drill.

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