Fire Risk Assessment
in Shirehampton

If you are responsible for a building in Shirehampton, Bristol, you likely need a fire risk assessment. This includes many properties within the BS11 postcode district. The village high street, with its shops and pubs, and the surrounding interwar and postwar housing stock, contains numerous premises that fall under fire safety regulations. These range from small retail units and offices to blocks of flats, houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), and community facilities. A fire risk assessment in Shirehampton is a legal requirement for duty holders, so that the safety of occupants and the building itself from fire hazards. It involves a systematic review of your premises to identify fire risks and implement appropriate control measures. A fire risk assessment in Shirehampton typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment. This figure depends on the size and complexity of the building, and the exact quote will come directly from the local firm we put you in touch with.

What a Fire Risk Assessment Covers

A fire risk assessment involves a comprehensive evaluation of your premises. The assessor who contacts you will consider various factors that influence the risk of fire and the safety of people in the event of a fire. These factors include the building's floor area and number of storeys, whether anyone sleeps on the premises (which significantly increases the risk profile), the number and complexity of escape routes, and how the building is used and by how many people. The age of the building and whether it has been altered also play a role, as older structures or those with modifications may present unique challenges. The assessment will identify potential fire hazards, evaluate the risks to people, and recommend appropriate fire safety measures, including fire detection systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and clear escape routes. The cost of the assessment will vary depending on these factors, reflecting the time and expertise required to complete a thorough review.

How the enquiry works

1. You send us your details via our enquiry form.
2. We pass these details to a local firm that specialises in fire risk assessments in your area.
3. That firm will contact you directly to discuss your requirements and provide a quote.
4. You then deal with the firm directly for the assessment and any subsequent work. We are an enquiry service, not the assessor.

The Legal Position

The legal requirement for a fire risk assessment stems primarily from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This legislation places a duty on the Responsible Person for almost every non-domestic premises to ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. This includes workplaces, places of public assembly, and the common parts of multi-occupied residential buildings. Since section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 came into force on 1 October 2023, the Responsible Person must now record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of how many people are employed or whether a licence is required. This assessment must be reviewed regularly, and certainly after any material change to the premises or its use. The assessment must be carried out by a competent person. Guidance for carrying out these assessments is typically found in BS 9792:2025 for non-domestic premises and BS 9792:2025 for housing. Please note that this page provides general information and is not specific advice for your building. Enforcement of fire safety legislation in Shirehampton sits with the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, as appropriate to the type of premises.