LE5 · Humberstone
Fire Risk Assessment
in Humberstone
The Responsible Person for almost every non-domestic premises must ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out and, since section 156 commenced, must record it in full regardless of how many people are employed. It must be reviewed regularly and after any material change.
Duty summary
England & Wales
- Duty
- Fire Risk Assessment
- Instrument
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Also
- section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, in force since 1 October 2023
- Standard
- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020
- Frequency
- Reviewed regularly, and after any material change to the building or its use
- Carried out by
- A competent person
- Enforced by
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
- Guide price
- £180 – £600 per assessment
Guide price only. The firm we pass your enquiry to sets its own price once it knows the building.
For building owners, landlords, and managers in Humberstone, understanding your fire safety obligations is important. A fire risk assessment in Humberstone is a fundamental part of so that the safety of people within your premises. Humberstone, with its old village core surrounded by interwar and postwar housing, along with local shops and care premises, presents a variety of building types that require careful consideration. Premises in the LE5 postcode district, ranging from small retail units to residential blocks and care homes, typically need a fire risk assessment. This is because all non-domestic premises, and certain residential properties, are legally required to identify fire hazards and risks, and implement appropriate safety measures. A fire risk assessment in Humberstone typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment. This figure depends on the specific characteristics of your building, and the exact quote will come directly from the firm we put you in touch with. Our service connects you with local fire safety firms who can provide the necessary assessment for your Humberstone property.
What a Fire Risk Assessment Covers
A fire risk assessment is a thorough examination of your premises and the activities carried out within them. The assessor who contacts you will identify potential fire hazards, assess the risk to people from those hazards, and recommend appropriate actions to eliminate or reduce those risks. The scope and therefore the price of an assessment can vary significantly based on several factors. These include the building's floor area and the number of storeys, whether anyone sleeps on the premises (which introduces additional considerations), the number and complexity of escape routes, how the building is used and by how many people, and the age of the building and whether it has been altered. An older building, or one with complex alterations, may require a more detailed assessment than a newer, simpler structure. The firm we put you in touch with will consider all these elements when preparing their quote for your specific property.
How the Enquiry Works
The process for obtaining a fire risk assessment through our service is straightforward:
- You send us your details: You provide information about your Humberstone property and your requirements.
- We pass them to a local firm: We connect you with a fire safety firm operating in the Humberstone area.
- That firm contacts you with a quote: The firm will reach out to you directly to discuss your needs and provide a tailored quotation.
- You deal with them directly: All subsequent communication, including scheduling the assessment and payment, will be directly between you and the fire safety firm. We are an enquiry service and do not carry out the assessments ourselves.
The Legal Position on Fire Risk Assessments
The legal requirement for fire risk assessments in England and Wales stems primarily from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO). This legislation places a duty on the Responsible Person for almost every non-domestic premises to ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. This includes workplaces, commercial properties, public buildings, and the common areas of multi-occupied residential buildings.
Since section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 came into force on 1 October 2023, the Responsible Person must now record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of how many people are employed or if a licence is required. This applies even if the premises are small and only one person works there. The assessment must be reviewed regularly, and certainly after any material change to the premises or its use, or if there is reason to suspect it is no longer valid.
The assessment must be carried out by a competent person. This means someone with sufficient training, experience, knowledge, and other qualities to enable them to carry out the assessment properly. The guidance that the work is normally carried out against includes BS 9792:2025 for non-domestic premises and BS 9792:2025 for housing. These Publicly Available Specifications provide a methodology for conducting fire risk assessments.
It is important to understand that this page provides general information and is not advice on a specific building or situation. The Responsible Person has a legal duty to comply with the FSO. Enforcement in Humberstone sits with the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, as appropriate to the type of premises. Failure to comply can lead to serious consequences, including prosecution.
Questions duty holders ask
6 answers
How much does a fire risk assessment cost?
The cost of a fire risk assessment varies depending on the size, complexity, and use of your building. Factors such as floor area, number of storeys, and whether people sleep on the premises all influence the price. Generally, a fire risk assessment in Humberstone typically costs between £180 and £600. The firm we connect you with will provide a specific quote after reviewing your property's details.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is typically the employer for a workplace, the owner of the premises, or any other person who has control of the premises, such as a landlord or facilities manager. If there is more than one Responsible Person, they must cooperate and coordinate their efforts to ensure fire safety.
How often does it need reviewing?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 states that a fire risk assessment must be reviewed regularly and whenever there is a significant change to the premises or its use. This could include alterations to the building, changes in the number of occupants, or new processes introduced. While there is no fixed legal period, a review is generally recommended annually, or certainly every few years, to ensure it remains current and valid.
What happens if I do not have one?
Failing to have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment, or failing to record it where required, is a breach of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This can lead to enforcement action from the local fire and rescue service or local authority, which may include formal notices, fines, or even imprisonment in serious cases. More importantly, it leaves occupants at unnecessary risk in the event of a fire.
Does it have to be written down?
Yes, since section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 came into force on 1 October 2023, the Responsible Person must record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of the size of the premises or the number of people employed. This written record demonstrates that you have fulfilled your legal obligations and provides a clear plan for managing fire safety.
Am I dealing with Leicester Fire Risk Assessment directly for the assessment?
No, Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service. We do not carry out the assessments ourselves. When you submit your details, we pass your enquiry to a local fire safety firm in the Humberstone area. That firm will then contact you directly to provide a quote and arrange the assessment. All arrangements for the assessment will be made directly between you and the chosen firm.
Sources and review
Checked against Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022 s.156, PAS 79-1:2020 and BS 9792:2025 on . We recheck this page against the legislation quarterly, and sooner if the law changes. Spotted something wrong? Tell us at enquiries@leicesterfireriskassessment.co.uk and we will correct it.
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This page is general information about fire safety law in England and Wales. It is not a fire risk assessment and it is not legal advice. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 the Responsible Person must ensure an assessment is carried out by a competent person.