LE67 · Ibstock
Fire Risk Assessment
in Ibstock
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- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020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.
Ibstock is a village characterised by its traditional brickworks, light industrial premises, and a small high street that serves the local community. For property owners and managers in the LE67 postcode district, maintaining safety standards is a practical necessity. Obtaining a professional fire risk assessment in Ibstock ensures that these diverse buildings—from retail units on the high street to larger manufacturing sites and shared residential blocks—are evaluated for potential hazards. Whether you manage a small shop, a workshop near the brickworks, or a multi-storey office, the assessment identifies risks to life and property.
Leicester Fire Risk Assessment operates as an enquiry service. We do not carry out the inspections ourselves; instead, we connect you with a local firm that specialises in fire safety. A fire risk assessment in Ibstock typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment, though this figure depends entirely on the size and complexity of the building. The final quote will be provided directly by the firm we pass your enquiry to, so that the price reflects the specific requirements of your premises.
What the assessment covers
The fire risk assessment is a comprehensive look at the physical layout and the management of fire safety within your building. The local firm we put you in touch with will examine several factors that influence both the scope of the work and the final cost. The total floor area and the number of storeys are primary considerations, as larger buildings require more time to inspect. The assessor will also look at how the building is used and the number of people typically present.
Risk levels change significantly if anyone sleeps on the premises, such as in flats above shops or residential care settings. The complexity and number of escape routes are also evaluated, alongside the age of the building and whether it has been altered over time. Older structures in Ibstock may have undergone renovations that impact fire separation or compartmentation, which the assessor must take into account.
How the enquiry works
We act as an intermediary to help you find a competent local provider. The process follows four straightforward steps:
- You provide the details of your property through our enquiry form.
- We pass these details to a local fire safety firm.
- That firm contacts you directly to discuss your needs and provide a quote.
- You deal with the firm directly to arrange the site visit and payment.
It is important to understand that Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is not a consultancy or an engineering firm. We do not attend your site, and we do not hold the accreditations of the firms we introduce you to. Our role is solely to facilitate the connection between the duty holder and the service provider.
The legal position for Ibstock premises
The primary legislation governing fire safety in England and Wales is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This law places a legal duty on the ‘Responsible Person’—usually the employer, building owner, or landlord—to ensure that a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. Furthermore, section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, which has been in force since 1 October 2023, introduced significant changes to how these assessments are recorded.
Under this updated legislation, the Responsible Person must now record the fire risk assessment in full, regardless of the number of people employed or the size of the business. Previously, smaller organisations were exempt from the written requirement, but this is no longer the case. The assessment must be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains valid, and it must be updated immediately following any material change to the building’s layout or use.
Assessments are normally carried out against established guidance, specifically BS 9792:2025 for housing and BS 9792:2025 for non-domestic premises. The law requires that the person carrying out the assessment must be competent, possessing sufficient training, experience, and knowledge. In Ibstock, enforcement of these regulations falls under the remit of the local fire and rescue service or the local authority. Failure to comply can lead to enforcement notices or prosecution. Please note that the information on this page is for general guidance and does not constitute legal advice for a specific building.
Questions duty holders ask
6 answers
How much does a fire risk assessment cost?
A fire risk assessment in Ibstock typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment. This range covers the majority of standard commercial and residential blocks, though very large industrial sites or complex buildings may fall outside this bracket. The specific price is determined by the local firm we put you in touch with, based on the size of the premises, the number of occupants, and the complexity of the fire safety systems currently in place.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is a legal term defined under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. In a workplace, this is usually the employer. In buildings that are not workplaces, such as the common parts of a block of flats, it is the person who has control of the premises, often the landlord, freeholder, or a managing agent. They are legally accountable for so that the fire risk assessment is completed and that any identified hazards are addressed.
How often does it need reviewing?
There is no fixed expiry date for a fire risk assessment, but the law states it must be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains 'suitable and sufficient'. Most firms recommend an annual review for standard premises. However, you must arrange a new assessment if there has been a material change to the building, such as structural alterations, a change in the type of business being conducted, or a significant increase in the number of people using the space.
What happens if I do not have one?
Failure to have a valid fire risk assessment is a breach of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. If a fire occurs and you cannot produce a sufficient assessment, you could face heavy fines or imprisonment. Local fire and rescue services carry out routine inspections in Ibstock, and if they find you are non-compliant, they can issue formal enforcement or prohibition notices, which may force you to close the premises until safety standards are met.
Does it have to be written down?
Yes. Since the commencement of section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 on 1 October 2023, all fire risk assessments must be recorded in full. The previous exemption for businesses with fewer than five employees has been removed. Every non-domestic premises and the communal areas of residential buildings must now have a written record of their fire risk assessment and their fire safety arrangements to remain compliant with the law.
Will you be the ones visiting my building?
No. Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service, not a fire safety consultancy. We do not attend sites, we do not employ assessors, and we do not carry out the inspections ourselves. Our role is to take your details and pass them to a local fire safety company. That company will then contact you directly to provide a quote and, if you choose to instruct them, they will be the ones who visit your premises.
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.
Fire Risk Assessment nearby
Other duties at the same premises
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.