A fire risk assessment should reflect what actually happens inside your building, not just what type of property it is.
An office, restaurant, shop or residential block can all have very different fire risks depending on how the space is used, how many people are there and the fire safety measures already in place.
Melwood Facilities provides fire risk assessments in Manchester for businesses, landlords, managing agents and organisations responsible for property across Greater Manchester. Our assessors inspect the premises, identify potential hazards and review the measures being used to protect occupants.
You’ll receive a written report explaining the findings and what action is recommended.
Melwood Facilities provides fire risk assessment services across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside and the wider North West.
Call 07887 971740 or make an enquiry online for a free quote.
Fire Risk Assessments for Manchester Businesses and Property
The way a building is used has a big effect on its fire risk.
A busy restaurant has different concerns from an office. A shop may need to consider customers who are unfamiliar with the building, whereas a warehouse or industrial property could have machinery, stored materials and areas with different levels of risk.
Residential buildings bring another set of considerations, particularly where several households share communal areas and escape routes.
Melwood Facilities carries out assessments for a broad range of premises, including:
- Offices
- Shops and commercial property
- Restaurants and hospitality premises
- Warehouses
- Schools
- Government and council buildings
- Student housing
- Shared accommodation and HMOs
- Flats and apartments
The company provides commercial, industrial, educational and residential fire risk assessments, so the inspection can reflect the type of premises being assessed.
What Our Fire Risk Assessment Service Looks At
The purpose of a fire risk assessment is to find hazards that could start a fire, increase its spread or make evacuation more difficult.
The assessor looks at the existing fire safety arrangements and considers how effectively they reduce the level of risk.
Depending on the premises, the assessment can cover:
- Sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen
- People who may be at greater risk
- Fire alarm and detection systems
- Emergency lighting
- Fire extinguishers and other equipment
- Escape routes and exits
- Fire doors and compartmentation
- Safety signage
- Evacuation arrangements
- Fire safety training
- Equipment testing and maintenance
- Management and record keeping
The aim is to leave you with a clear picture of where the building stands and what needs to happen next.
Different Premises, Different Fire Risks
One of the problems with treating every assessment the same is that risks can be missed.
In an office, electrical equipment, kitchen areas and escape routes may be some of the main things to consider. A restaurant has cooking equipment and different ignition sources. An industrial building may have machinery, stock and working areas that create a different risk profile again.
That is why the assessment considers both the building and how people use it.
Melwood Facilities provides commercial, industrial, residential and educational fire risk assessment services, so the inspection can be matched to the type of premises rather than following the same approach every time.
Your Fire Risk Assessment Report
Once the assessment is complete, the findings are brought together in a written fire risk assessment report.
This can cover the building and its use, people at risk, fire hazards, escape arrangements, detection systems, emergency lighting, firefighting equipment and fire safety management.
You’ll then have a clear action plan showing what needs attention and which recommendations should be prioritised.
That makes the report useful for day-to-day safety management rather than something that simply gets stored away.
It can help the responsible person keep track of outstanding work, maintenance and changes to the property.
Fire Safety Is an Ongoing Process
A fire risk assessment is not something that should be completed once and forgotten.
Changes to a property can affect fire safety. Rooms may be repurposed, staff numbers can change, new equipment may be introduced or escape routes may be altered.
That is why assessments should be reviewed and kept up to date.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a suitable fire risk assessment for workplaces and other relevant premises covered by the legislation.
Good risk management means making sure the assessment still reflects the premises as it is being used now.
Fire Protection Measures We Check
The assessment looks at more than potential sources of fire.
Existing protection and safety equipment needs to work properly if it is ever required.
Depending on the property, this can include fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, fire doors, signage and escape arrangements.
Where something falls outside the scope of the assessment or needs a closer inspection, further work can be recommended.
Related Fire Safety Services
Sometimes an assessment highlights an issue that needs a more focused inspection.
If concerns are found around fire separation, a compartmentation survey may be appropriate.
Problems with fire doors may need a separate fire door survey and inspection.
Melwood Facilities provides a wider range of services including:
This gives businesses and property managers somewhere to turn if an assessment identifies further work.
Accreditations and Memberships
Fire safety work needs to be carried out by people with the right knowledge and training.
Melwood Facilities holds industry accreditations and memberships including BAFE, IFSM and NICEIC.
The company is based in Shevington, Wigan and works throughout Greater Manchester and the wider North West.
For clients, that means the assessment is supported by a wider team working across fire inspection, maintenance, training and compliance.
Looking for a Fire Risk Assessment in Manchester?
If you are responsible for an office, shop, restaurant, residential property or other premises in Manchester, Melwood Facilities can assess the current fire risks and explain what needs attention.
You’ll receive a clear report with practical recommendations so you know where you stand and what needs doing next.
Call 07887 971740 or make an enquiry online for a free quote for a fire risk assessment in Manchester.
Fire Risk Assessment Manchester FAQs
For workplaces and other relevant premises covered by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, a suitable fire risk assessment is required. The person responsible for the building needs to make sure the assessment is completed and kept up to date.
Melwood Facilities works with offices, hospitality premises, schools, government buildings, student housing, shared accommodation and other property types. Commercial, residential, industrial and educational assessment services are available too.
The assessment considers existing fire detection and warning systems, emergency lighting and other fire safety measures within the premises.
Firefighting equipment forms part of Melwood’s assessment process. Existing extinguishers can be considered in terms of their location and suitability as part of the wider fire safety arrangements.
The issue can be recorded in the assessment and further inspection may be recommended. Melwood Facilities provides a separate fire door survey and inspection service for more detailed checks.
Yes. Melwood provides related services including fire training, fire door surveys, compartmentation surveys and statutory inspection.
The cost depends on factors such as the size of the building, the number of people using it, the fire safety equipment present and the number of potential escape routes. Contact Melwood Facilities with details of the property for a quote.
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