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Fire Risk Assessment Leicester

Professional Fire Risk Assessments for Offices, Warehouses & Commercial Premises Across Leicestershire

If you are the Responsible Person for a building in Leicester, you must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

TIPS Consultancy Ltd provides professional fire risk assessments in Leicester and Leicestershire for offices, warehouses, factories, retail, HMOs and other commercial premises – helping you stay compliant, protect people, and avoid enforcement action.

Why Choose Us as Your Fire Risk Assessor in Leicester?

  • Qualified fire risk assessor (MIFSM)

  • ABBE Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment

  • Assessments completed in line with PAS 79 methodology

  • Clear, prioritised action plan – no vague recommendations

  • Fixed-fee fire risk assessments 

  • Practical, proportionate advice for SMEs and larger organisations

  • Covering Leicester and wider Leicestershire (Market Harborough, Hinckley, Loughborough, Melton, Oadby & Wigston and surrounding areas)

You’ll work directly with a specialist fire risk assessor, not a generic consultant, so the advice is tailored, realistic and focused on keeping your business running safely and legally.

What’s Included in Your Fire Risk Assessment

1.  On-Site Fire Safety Inspection

A thorough inspection of your premises in Leicester or Leicestershire, covering:

  • Sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen

  • People at risk, including visitors and vulnerable persons

  • Fire detection and warning systems

  • Means of escape routes and final exits

  • Emergency lighting

  • Fire doors and compartmentation (where accessible)

  • Firefighting equipment (extinguishers, hose reels, sprinklers)

  • Signage and notices

  • Housekeeping, waste and storage

  • Arson prevention and site security

  • Testing, maintenance and record-keeping

  • Fire evacuation procedures and drills

  • Staff fire safety training and information

2. Written Fire Risk Assessment Report

You will receive a professional, easy-to-follow report structured around PAS 79 principles, including:

  • Overall risk evaluation and risk rating

  • Significant findings and legal breaches (if any)

  • Clear, prioritised action plan (high / medium / low)

  • Practical recommendations with realistic timescales

  • Photographs, where helpful, to support the findings

The report is designed so you can demonstrate compliance to enforcing authorities (Fire & Rescue Service, insurers, landlords, etc.) and brief your team without jargon.

Who We Help in Leicester & Leicestershire

We regularly complete fire risk assessments for:

  • Offices and shared workspaces

  • Warehouses and distribution centres

  • Manufacturing and engineering workshops

  • Shops and retail units

  • HMOs and residential blocks (landlords / managing agents)

  • Healthcare, community and education premises

  • Hospitality, leisure and licensed premises

  • Charities, CICs and community organisations

  • Local authorities and public sector buildings

If you control a building where people work, visit, sleep or gather, we can help you understand exactly what is required and how to achieve it.

Fire Risk Assessments Across Leicester & Leicestershire

We provide fire risk assessments in:

Leicester City | Market Harborough | Lutterworth | Hinckley | Oadby & Wigston | Loughborough | Melton Mowbray | Coalville | Ashby-de-la-Zouch and surrounding areas.

If your premises are in Leicester or Leicestershire, get in touch for a free initial conversation.

How Much Does a Fire Risk Assessment Cost?

Our pricing is transparent and proportionate to the size and complexity of your building.

Typical fees for SMEs in Leicester start from:

From £350 + VAT
(includes on-site visit, written fire risk assessment report and follow-up clarification)

You’ll receive a fixed quote upfront, with no hidden extras and no obligation to purchase ongoing services – although many clients choose to continue working with us for Competent Person support.

Do You Need a Fire Risk Assessment?

You are likely to need a formal fire risk assessment if you:

  • Employ one or more people

  • Have paying customers, service users or visitors on site

  • Manage a block of flats or an HMO

  • Control any non-domestic premises in Leicester or Leicestershire

You must also review your fire risk assessment if there are:

  • Changes to the building layout or use

  • Changes in occupancy, processes or equipment

  • A fire, near miss or enforcement visit

If you’re unsure whether your existing fire risk assessment is suitable, sufficient or up to date, we can review it and advise on next steps.

Competence 

The Responsible Person must ensure that their fire risk assessment is carried out by someone who is competent, meaning they have the necessary training, knowledge, experience and understanding of fire safety principles relevant to the premises. Unredacted certificates evidencing assessor competence will be attached to your Fire Risk Assessment.

FAQs – Fire Risk Assessment Leicester

How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?

In most cases, you should review your fire risk assessment at least annually or sooner if there is a significant change to the building, occupancy or fire precautions, or after a fire or near miss.

The law allows a competent person to carry out the assessment. However, in many commercial or higher-risk premises, using a qualified independent fire risk assessor in Leicester is the most reliable way to demonstrate competence and compliance.

This depends on the size and complexity of the premises. A small office may take a couple of hours on site; larger or multi-building sites will take longer. We’ll confirm the expected duration when we provide your quote.

Yes. Your report will include a prioritised action plan, and we can provide ongoing support, training and follow-up visits to help you close out findings and stay compliant.