BS16 · Emersons Green
Fire Risk Assessment
in Emersons Green
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- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020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.
Building owners and managers requiring a fire risk assessment in Emersons Green can use this service to be put in touch with a local professional. Located within the BS16 postcode district, Emersons Green is characterised by its modern estate housing situated alongside a busy retail park and a dedicated science and business park. The area features a high concentration of modern office buildings and specialised laboratory facilities. These diverse premises—ranging from residential blocks with communal areas to complex commercial and scientific workspaces—all fall under specific fire safety regulations. Whether you manage a retail unit near the bypass or a laboratory in the science park, so that your premises are compliant is a statutory requirement. A fire risk assessment in Emersons Green typically costs £190 to £630 per assessment, though this figure depends entirely on the specific building and its usage. The final quote will be provided directly by the local firm we pass your enquiry to. This service acts as a bridge, so that your details reach a competent professional who understands the local landscape and the specific requirements of modern Bristol developments.
What is included in the assessment
The fire risk assessment is a systematic evaluation of your premises to identify hazards and determine the safety of the occupants. The company we put you in touch with will examine several factors that influence the complexity and the eventual cost of the report. The floor area and the number of storeys are primary considerations, as larger buildings naturally require more time to inspect thoroughly. The assessor who contacts you will also look at whether anyone sleeps on the premises, such as in residential blocks or sheltered housing, as this significantly increases the life safety risk.
The number and complexity of escape routes are evaluated to ensure they lead to a place of ultimate safety without obstruction. The firm will also consider how the building is used and by how many people, as high-occupancy environments or buildings with hazardous processes, such as laboratories, require more detailed scrutiny. While many buildings in this area are relatively new, the age of the building and whether it has been altered since its original construction are also vital factors. Even modern buildings can have their fire integrity compromised by subsequent renovations or changes in internal layout.
How the enquiry works
We operate as a dedicated enquiry service to help you find a local provider. The process is straightforward and transparent:
- You send the details of your property and your requirements through our enquiry form.
- We pass these details to a local fire safety firm that covers the Emersons Green area.
- That firm contacts you directly to discuss the building and provide a specific quote.
- You deal with the firm directly to arrange the site visit and payment; we are not the ones doing the work and we do not attend the site.
The legal position for duty holders
The primary legislation governing fire safety in England and Wales is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Under this Order, the ‘Responsible Person’ for almost every non-domestic premises—which includes employers, landlords, and building managers—must ensure that a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. This legal duty cannot be ignored, and failure to comply can lead to significant penalties. Enforcement in Emersons Green is typically the responsibility of the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, depending on the specific type of building and its use.
Recent legislative changes have further clarified these responsibilities. Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, which has been in force since 1 October 2023, introduced stricter requirements for recording assessments. Previously, only certain buildings were required to have a written record, but now the Responsible Person must record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of the number of people employed or the size of the business. The work is normally carried out against established industry standards, specifically BS 9792:2025 for housing and PAS 79-1:2020 for non-domestic premises.
The assessment must be carried out by a competent person who has sufficient training and experience. It is not a one-time task; the document must be reviewed regularly and updated immediately after any material change to the building or its occupancy. Please note that the information provided on this page is for general guidance and does not constitute legal advice for a specific building or situation.
Questions duty holders ask
6 answers
How much does a fire risk assessment cost?
A fire risk assessment in Emersons Green typically costs £190 to £630 per assessment. This range reflects the difference between a small, simple office and a larger, more complex multi-storey building or a laboratory. The specific price for your premises will be determined by the local firm we pass your enquiry to, as they will base their quote on the size, use, and complexity of your building.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is usually the employer, the building owner, or the person who has control over the premises, such as a managing agent or landlord. In multi-occupied buildings, there may be several Responsible Persons who must cooperate with one another. It is your legal duty to ensure that a fire risk assessment is completed and that any identified fire hazards are addressed to protect the people using the building.
How often does the assessment need reviewing?
There is no fixed expiry date for a fire risk assessment, but the law requires it to be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains valid. Most firms recommend an annual review. However, you must arrange a new assessment or a formal 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 a significant increase in the number of occupants.
What happens if I do not have a fire risk assessment?
Failure to have a valid fire risk assessment is a breach of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. If an enforcement officer from the local fire and rescue service visits and finds you are non-compliant, they can issue alterations, enforcement, or prohibition notices. In serious cases, a lack of compliance can lead to heavy fines or even imprisonment, especially if a fire occurs and it is found that safety measures were inadequate.
Does the assessment have to be written down?
Yes. Since the commencement of section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 on 1 October 2023, it is a legal requirement to record the entire fire risk assessment in writing. This applies to all buildings covered by the Fire Safety Order, regardless of the number of employees. Previously, small businesses with fewer than five staff were exempt from the writing requirement, but that exemption no longer exists.
Who will carry out the assessment at my property?
We are an enquiry service, not a consultancy or firm of assessors. When you submit your details, we pass them to a local fire safety company that operates in the Bristol area. The assessor who contacts you will be an independent professional from that firm. They will be responsible for providing the quote, attending your site in Emersons Green, and producing the final report. You will deal with them directly for all technical and financial matters.
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.