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Fire safety sits at the heart of every safe care environment. A clear assessment gives care providers direction plus strong control of risk. It is a legal requirement under fire safety law which means every care provider must act. The real value goes beyond compliance because it protects people property and business continuity.
A fire risk assessment helps you understand where danger may appear. It looks at how the building works and how people move through it. It identifies sources of ignition plus materials that could burn. This creates a clear picture of exposure which supports practical action that reduces risk for residents staff and visitors.
Regular assessments highlight issues before they become serious. This can include faulty alarms blocked exits outdated procedures training gaps or poor record keeping. Early action protects lives avoids disruption and stops small problems turning into major events.
Your current risk assessment must be reviewed if any of the following apply.
A review keeps information accurate and ensures actions match real conditions across the home.
A clear fire plan supports training which builds confidence. Staff know what to do in an emergency which creates calm control. Families gain reassurance that you take every step to protect residents. Strong fire safety supports reputation and long term trust.
Who carries out your fire risk assessment is important. A fire risk assessor must meet competency criteria set by the Fire Risk Assessment Competency Council. They should have experience with care sector premises. Ask for reviews plus references. Check that they carry professional indemnity cover and a proper complaints procedure.
For these reasons it is not recommended that an internal person carries out an assessment unless they have significant training and experience. It is easy to miss something day to day that an external assessor will find.
My team works with care homes across the country. We see the difference a proper assessment makes. It prevents avoidable incidents and protects people and business. If you need support or want an expert review of your current arrangements we are here to help. If you would like any help in this area, please complete this form and we will get back to you.
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