BS5 · Easton
Fire Risk Assessment
in Easton
The Responsible Person for almost every non-domestic premises must ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out and, since section 156 commenced, must record it in full regardless of how many people are employed. It must be reviewed regularly and after any material change.
Duty summary
England & Wales
- Duty
- Fire Risk Assessment
- Instrument
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Also
- section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, in force since 1 October 2023
- Standard
- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020
- Frequency
- Reviewed regularly, and after any material change to the building or its use
- Carried out by
- A competent person
- Enforced by
- Avon Fire and Rescue Service
- Guide price
- £190 – £630 per assessment
Guide price only. The firm we pass your enquiry to sets its own price once it knows the building.
Managing a property in this part of Bristol requires a specific understanding of the local built environment. If you are responsible for a property, arranging a professional fire risk assessment in Easton is a necessary step to ensure the safety of occupants and to meet your legal obligations. The BS5 postcode area is characterised by its high density, featuring tightly packed Victorian terraces that often house multiple occupants or small businesses. Along the long commercial strip of Stapleton Road, the mix of shops, takeaways, and places of worship creates a complex fire safety landscape. Furthermore, the large shared-housing market in the area means many residential buildings fall under specific fire safety regulations.
Whether you manage a retail unit, a community space, or a house in multiple occupation (HMO), the assessor who contacts you will evaluate the specific risks associated with these older, often interconnected structures. A fire risk assessment in Easton typically costs £190 to £630 per assessment. This figure is a general guide; the final quote depends entirely on the size and complexity of the building. The firm we pass your enquiry to will provide a specific price once they understand the details of your premises.
What a fire risk assessment covers
The fire risk assessment is a comprehensive review of your premises to identify potential fire hazards and determine the safety of those who use the building. The company we put you in touch with will look at several factors that influence the scope of the work and the final cost. The total floor area and the number of storeys are primary considerations, as larger buildings require more time to inspect. The age of the building is also significant; many properties in Easton are Victorian and may have been altered over the decades, which can impact fire separation and the integrity of walls and ceilings.
The assessor will examine how the building is used and by how many people. Premises where people sleep, such as flats or shared housing, require a more rigorous approach than a simple retail unit. They will also assess the number and complexity of escape routes, so that they are sufficient for the occupancy levels and that fire doors and emergency lighting are functional. If a building has undergone significant internal changes or extensions, these will be scrutinised to ensure they do not compromise the original fire safety design.
How the enquiry works
Bristol Fire Risk Assessment acts as an enquiry service to connect duty holders with local professionals. We do not carry out the assessments ourselves and we do not attend your site. The process works as follows:
- You send the details of your property to us via our enquiry form.
- We pass these details to a local fire safety firm that covers the Easton area.
- That firm contacts you directly to provide a quote and discuss their availability.
- You deal with the firm directly to arrange the site visit and handle payment.
This service is designed to save you time by finding an available local firm that is familiar with the property types found in BS5.
The legal position for property owners
Fire safety in England is governed by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This legislation places the legal burden on the ‘Responsible Person’—usually the employer, owner, or landlord—to ensure that the premises are safe. Under this Order, a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment must be carried out for almost every non-domestic premises and the common parts of residential buildings.
The legal requirements were recently updated by section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, which came into force on 1 October 2023. This amendment is significant because it mandates that the Responsible Person must now record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of the number of people employed or the size of the business. Previously, smaller organisations were exempt from the recording requirement, but this is no longer the case. The assessment must also be reviewed regularly and whenever there is a material change to the building or its use.
Professional assessments are normally carried out against established guidance, specifically BS 9792:2025 for housing and BS 9792:2025 for non-domestic premises. The law requires that the assessment be conducted by a competent person who has the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience. In Easton, enforcement of these regulations is handled by the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, depending on the specific type of building. Failure to comply can lead to enforcement notices or prosecution. Please note that the information on this page is for general guidance and does not constitute legal advice for a specific building.
Questions duty holders ask
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How much does a fire risk assessment cost?
A fire risk assessment in Easton typically costs £190 to £630 per assessment. This range reflects the difference between a small, single-storey shop and a larger, multi-storey residential or commercial building. The firm we pass your enquiry to will provide a fixed quote based on your specific requirements. Factors such as the number of rooms, the complexity of the layout, and whether the building is used for sleeping will all influence the final price.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is the individual or entity that has control over the premises. This is usually the employer in a workplace, but it can also be the landlord, a building manager, or a residents' management company for the common parts of a block of flats. The Responsible Person has the legal duty to ensure a fire risk assessment is completed and that any identified risks are mitigated. If you are unsure of your status, you should seek professional advice.
How often does it need reviewing?
The law states that a fire risk assessment must be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains valid. While there is no fixed statutory timeframe, it is standard practice to review the assessment annually. However, you must arrange a review immediately if there is a material change to the building, such as structural alterations, a change in the way the building is used, or if there has been a fire incident.
What happens if I do not have one?
If you do not have a valid fire risk assessment, you are in breach of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This can result in enforcement action from the local fire and rescue service. They have the power to issue alterations notices, enforcement notices, or even prohibition notices that can close a building down if the risk is deemed too high. In serious cases, a lack of compliance can lead to heavy fines or imprisonment.
Does it have to be written down?
Yes. Following the commencement of section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 on 1 October 2023, all fire risk assessments must be recorded in full. This applies to all buildings covered by the Fire Safety Order, regardless of the number of employees or the size of the premises. You must also record your fire safety arrangements and the names of the competent persons appointed to assist with fire safety measures.
Will you be the one visiting my property?
No. Bristol Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service, not a consultancy or a firm of assessors. We do not attend sites or carry out the work ourselves. Our role is to take your property details and pass them to a local fire safety company. That company will then contact you directly to provide a quote and, should you choose to instruct them, they will be the ones to carry out the physical assessment.
Sources and review
Checked against Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022 s.156, PAS 79-1:2020 and BS 9792:2025 on . We recheck this page against the legislation quarterly, and sooner if the law changes. Spotted something wrong? Tell us at enquiries@bristolfireriskassessment.co.uk and we will correct it.
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This page is general information about fire safety law in England and Wales. It is not a fire risk assessment and it is not legal advice. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 the Responsible Person must ensure an assessment is carried out by a competent person.