Is Your Fire Risk Assessor Competent?
Choosing the right fire risk assessor is crucial for your business safety and legal compliance. Learn how to verify competency and avoid costly mistakes with unqualified assessors.
Critical Warning
Unqualified fire risk assessors are putting businesses and lives at risk. Recent prosecutions have involved both unqualified assessors and the business owners who hired them.
Don't risk your business, your employees, or your freedom with an incompetent fire risk assessor.
The Hidden Dangers of Unqualified Assessors
Since the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into effect, there has been an unfortunate rise in unqualified individuals offering fire risk assessment services at unrealistically low prices.
These individuals often lack the proper training, experience, or knowledge to conduct thorough and accurate fire risk assessments, putting both themselves and their clients at serious legal and safety risk.
Recent Prosecutions
There have been multiple cases where both the fire risk assessor and the business owner have faced prosecution due to inadequate fire risk assessments.
How to Verify Your Assessor's Competency
Professional Certifications
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IFSM Registered - Institute of Fire Safety Management
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TFRAR Qualified - Tier Two Fire Risk Assessor
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Fire Engineering qualifications
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Industry Experience - Fire service background
Experience & Knowledge
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Years of assessment experience
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Knowledge of building regulations
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Understanding of fire safety law
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Continuous professional development
Qualification Questions
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What professional qualifications do you hold?
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Are you IFSM registered?
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Do you have TFRAR certification?
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Can you provide certification copies?
Experience Questions
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How many assessments have you completed?
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Do you have experience with my building type?
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Can you provide references?
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Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Red Flags to Watch Out For
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Unusually low prices
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Cannot provide qualification evidence
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No professional insurance
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Rush job offers
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Generic, template reports
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Limited site inspection time
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Thorough site inspection
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Detailed, customized report
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Clear action plan with priorities
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Ongoing support and advice
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Professional documentation
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Reasonable timeframe
Our Professional Credentials
Professional Certifications
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IFSM Registered - Institute of Fire Safety Management member
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TFRAR Qualified - Tier Two Fire Risk Assessor certification
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Years of Experience - Extensive industry background
Why Choose Us
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Comprehensive professional indemnity insurance
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Detailed, customized assessments
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Ongoing support and advice
Legal Implications of Poor Assessments
Potential Consequences
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the "responsible person" must ensure that fire risk assessments are carried out by competent persons. Failure to do so can result in:
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Criminal prosecution
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Unlimited fines
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Imprisonment for up to 2 years
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Civil liability in case of fire
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Insurance claims being void
Don't risk your business with an unqualified assessor. Choose qualified, IFSM registered professionals.
Get Qualified AssessmentIFSM TFRAR Qualified
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IFSM Registered
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TFRAR Qualified
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Professional Insurance
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Years of Experience
Choose Qualified, Professional Fire Risk Assessment
Don't risk your business, employees, or legal compliance with unqualified assessors. Choose IFSM registered professionals for peace of mind.