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Fire Risk Assessments: What Councils Must Now Record
Fire risk assessments (FRAs) are no longer just a compliance formality. Recent changes in UK legislation mean they must now be more detailed, consistent, and defensible than ever.
For local authorities managing large and complex property portfolios, this shift is creating a clear challenge:
👉 How do you ensure every FRA stands up to scrutiny?
What's Changed?
Under the regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, many organisations recorded only “significant findings.”
However, updates introduced through the Building Safety Act 2022 have raised the bar.
Councils must now clearly record:
👉 In short: FRAs must now function as robust legal documents.
Why Councils Are Feeling the Pressure
Across local authorities, we commonly see:Â
Inconsistent FRA formats across departments
Difficulty evidencing assessor competence
Unclear ownership of fire safety responsibilities
Backlogs in remedial actions
With increased scrutiny from enforcing authorities, these gaps can quickly become compliance risks.
Why Councils Are Feeling the Pressure
Fire safety consultancy is no longer just external support; it’s becoming a practical solution to growing complexity.
A competent consultant can help:
👉 Ultimately, it reduces risk while helping councils focus limited internal resources where they’re needed most.
Final Thought
The question for councils is no longer:Â
❌ “Do we have fire risk assessments?”
But:Â
✔ “Are they detailed, consistent, and defensible?”
If not, it may be time to rethink your current approach is enough.
Need Further Support?
At Assured Fire Safety Consultancy we support local authorities with:Â
Get in touch to see how we can help you stay compliant—without adding unnecessary pressure to your team.
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Ensure your buildings are protected when it matters most, schedule a fire safety compliance review today.
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