The idea behind the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is to simplify, rationalise and consolidate existing fire safety legislation. It will provide for a risk-based approach to fire safety placing a greater responsibility on the employer and the management of the occupants of the workplace. At the heart of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 lies the fire risk assessment.  This is an organised appraisal of the work activities and the workplace to enable the responsible person (either the employer or owner of a workplace or their appointed representatives) to identify potential fire hazards, and to decide who (including employees and visitors) might be in danger in the event of fire, and their location. The risks from the hazards need to be identified and decisions made as to whether the existing fire precautions are adequate, or whether more needs to be done.

From the 1st October 2006 occupiers of premises designated under the Fire Precautions Act 1971 will no longer need to apply for a Fire Certificate.

Whilst appearing to be a simplification of the existing laws, the new Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is comprehensive and we are finding companies being advised that they need to spend considerable sums in order to comply. With over 40 years of experience in the field, we are able to provide expert advice on how you can ensure compliance without being pressured into spending more than is necessary on updating your fire precautions.

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