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Fire Risk Assessment Services
Protect your people, property and business with a professional fire risk assessment from Ranova Energy.
Our fire risk assessment services help you identify potential fire hazards, evaluate risks to occupants and understand the practical improvements needed at your premises.
Whether you manage a workplace, commercial property or residential communal areas, we provide clear findings and recommendations to support your fire safety arrangements.
- Suitable for low-risk commercial premises
- Clear, easy-to-understand reports
- Practical recommendations
- Support with ongoing compliance
Urgent and weekend appointments are available for Fire Risk Assessments and Domestic EPCs.
Clear advice · Property-specific quotations · Practical next steps
Understand the service
What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is a systematic evaluation of the fire hazards within a building, identifying the level of risk to occupants and recommending appropriate control measures.
Our assessment approach considers PAS 79 methodology and the applicable fire safety requirements, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, to support a proportionate assessment.
Practical assessments for safer buildings and compliant businesses.
Understand the risks and plan your next steps
Tell us about your building, its normal use and any recent changes. We review the agreed areas and explain the findings so you can prioritise practical improvements.
Before your visit, gather any previous assessments, maintenance records and available floor plans. Our property guides help you prepare and understand what happens next.
Legislation and guidance
A proportionate, risk-based assessment
Fire risk assessment is an important part of fire safety management for non-domestic premises. Our assessment considers the applicable requirements for the premises and its use.
The approach is proportionate to the size, use and complexity of the building, with practical recommendations and prioritised actions.
Key guidance considered
- PAS 79 fire risk assessment methodology
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Relevant British Standards and industry guidance
- A proportionate, risk-based approach
Your written report
A clear action plan for your premises
Our reports include
- Summary of significant findings
- Photographs and site observations
- Risk rating and prioritised actions
- Practical recommendations
- Findings to support your fire safety records
Prepare for the visit
- Arrange access to the agreed areas.
- Gather previous assessments, floor plans and the fire safety logbook where available.
- Have alarm, emergency lighting and equipment maintenance records ready.
- Identify someone who can explain the use of the building.
Why choose us
Why choose Ranova Energy?
Clear and competitive pricing
Clear quotations with no hidden costs in the agreed scope.
Fast response times
We aim to respond quickly to enquiries.
Nationwide coverage
Serving customers across England, subject to service availability.
Commitment to a greener future
Supporting energy efficiency and sustainability.
Fire safety assessment
Identify fire hazards before they become serious
Fire hazards can arise from electrical equipment, heating systems, combustible materials, storage arrangements and everyday working practices. Obstructed escape routes and unsuitable fire safety procedures can also increase the risk to occupants.
Our fire safety assessment considers the hazards, existing precautions and the needs of people using your premises.
What we consider
- Potential sources of ignition
- Combustible materials and storage arrangements
- Fire detection and warning systems
- Emergency exits and escape routes
- People who may be especially at risk
- Fire safety procedures and evacuation arrangements
- Recommended improvements and their priorities
Your premises
Commercial Fire Risk Assessments
If you own or manage commercial premises, understanding the fire risks within your building is an essential part of protecting employees, visitors and your business.
Ranova Energy provides commercial fire risk assessment services shaped around your premises, how they are used and the people who occupy them.
We help you understand the findings and identify practical next steps for improving fire safety.
Our approach
A clear, practical fire risk assessment
Our approach focuses on findings that are easy to understand and recommendations you can act on.
Your assessment sets out the fire risks identified and recommended improvements, helping you prioritise action and manage fire safety more effectively.
Our assessment process
1. Discuss your premises
Tell us about your building, its use and your assessment requirements.
2. Assess the fire risks
We review relevant hazards, existing precautions and arrangements for protecting occupants.
3. Explain the findings
Receive clear findings and prioritised recommendations to help you plan improvements.
Safer buildings
Why arrange a professional fire risk assessment?
- Protect employees, visitors and other occupants
- Identify hazards that may otherwise be overlooked
- Improve emergency planning and evacuation arrangements
- Prioritise fire safety improvements
- Support the management of your fire safety responsibilities
- Reduce the potential impact of a fire
Fire safety requires ongoing attention. Review your assessment when changes to the premises, activities, occupancy or safety arrangements could affect the findings.
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Book Your Fire Risk Assessment →Understand your responsibilities
Fire risk assessments: the legal duties and the practical next steps
Clear information for business owners, landlords and those responsible for premises in England and Wales.
01 / The legal requirement
Is it a legal requirement to conduct a Fire Risk Assessment?
Yes, where your premises fall within the scope of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The Responsible Person must arrange a suitable and sufficient assessment, record it and keep it under review.
The Order covers workplaces and the common parts of buildings containing two or more domestic premises, subject to its scope and exclusions. Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own fire safety legislation.
02 / Keep it current
How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?
Reviews must take place regularly and whenever significant changes or concerns could make the assessment out of date. The law does not set one fixed annual interval for every building. Home Office guidance recognises an annual review as good practice for small, simple premises; the appropriate frequency depends on the risks and your assessor’s advice.
A review may check that earlier actions were completed, precautions remain effective and the building’s use has not changed. A new assessment may be needed where the circumstances justify it.
Three prompts for your review
Consider the People, Property and Processes
People
Has occupancy changed? Consider visitors, staffing, sleeping occupants and anyone who may need additional assistance to evacuate, including changes in mobility or dependency.
Property
Consider the building’s use, layout, structure and alterations. Changes to rooms, escape routes or fire doors can affect the findings and the precautions needed.
Processes
Review activities, storage, equipment and management arrangements. Changes to training, maintenance or emergency procedures may introduce different risks.
03 / Choose appropriate expertise
Who can conduct a Fire Risk Assessment?
For small, straightforward premises, a Responsible Person may be able to complete the assessment if they have the knowledge, experience and time to do it properly. If you cannot assess the risks adequately yourself, appoint a competent person with expertise suited to your building and its occupants.
BAFE SP205 third-party certification is one way to check a provider’s assessed competence. Certification is not a universal legal requirement for every assessor or every premises. Check the provider’s current certification scope, experience, references and suitability for your type of building.
The Responsible Person remains responsible for ensuring the assessment is suitable and that necessary action is taken.
What must the assessment cover?
- Sources of ignition and other fire hazards
- The people who could be at risk
- Escape arrangements, alarms and relevant precautions
- Training, maintenance and fire safety procedures
- Emergency planning and evacuation arrangements
- Recorded findings and prioritised actions
- Arrangements for future review
Why action matters
Breaches of fire safety duties can lead to enforcement action and prosecution. Serious offences can carry unlimited fines or imprisonment. The exact consequences depend on the offence and circumstances.
Further guidance and provider checks
Home Office: fire safety law and guidanceHome Office: assessment competence and reviewsGOV.UK: carrying out an assessmentFire and rescue service: choosing a competent assessorBAFE: SP205 and finding a registered providerGOV.UK: enforcement and penalties
General guidance, checked 31 October 2026. The requirements and assessment scope depend on your premises.Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions
How often is a fire risk assessment required?
Keep the assessment under review and revisit it when significant changes, new hazards or concerns affect its validity. The review arrangements should reflect the premises and findings.
Do I need a fire risk assessment for a small shop or office?
Size alone does not determine the responsibilities. Tell us how the premises are used so the appropriate assessment scope can be confirmed.
What is PAS 79?
PAS 79 provides a structured methodology for carrying out and recording fire risk assessments. We explain the approach used for your premises.
How long does the assessment take?
The visit depends on floor area, layout, use, records and complexity. Timing is confirmed when the scope is agreed.
Will I receive a written report?
Yes. The agreed assessment includes written findings, observations and practical recommendations with prioritised actions.
Can you help with implementing recommendations?
We can help you understand the report and discuss the next steps. Any additional work or specialist services are agreed separately.
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