LE2 · Knighton
Fire Risk Assessment
in Knighton
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- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020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
- £190 – £630 per assessment
Guide price only. The firm we pass your enquiry to sets its own price once it knows the building.
For property owners and managers in Knighton, understanding your fire safety obligations is an important part of responsible building management. A professional fire risk assessment in Knighton, covering the LE2 postcode district, helps you identify potential fire hazards and implement appropriate safety measures. Knighton's varied building stock, from interwar detached and semi-detached housing to a village core with a church and pub, local shops, and care premises, means that many different types of properties require a fire risk assessment. Businesses, landlords of multi-occupied residential buildings, and managers of community spaces all have a duty to ensure the safety of occupants and visitors. This includes the premises where people work, shop, socialise, or reside in shared accommodation. A fire risk assessment ensures that your building complies with current fire safety legislation, protecting lives and property. A fire risk assessment in Knighton typically costs £190 to £630 per assessment. This figure depends on the specific characteristics of your building, and the exact quote will be provided by the local firm we put you in touch with.
What a Fire Risk Assessment Covers
A fire risk assessment is a thorough examination of your premises and the activities carried out within it to identify potential fire hazards and the people at risk. The assessor will evaluate the structural features of the building, the materials used, and the activities taking place inside. This includes assessing the adequacy of fire detection and warning systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and escape routes. The complexity and scale of this work directly influence the price. Factors such as the total floor area and 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, all contribute to the scope of the assessment. The assessor will provide a detailed report outlining any deficiencies and recommending actions to mitigate risks, so that the safety of occupants.
How the enquiry works
Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service. We streamline the process of finding a local fire safety firm to carry out your fire risk assessment.
- You send us the details of your property and your specific requirements.
- We pass these details to a suitable local firm that specialises in fire risk assessments in your area.
- That firm will contact you directly to discuss your needs and provide a tailored quote.
- You then deal directly with the chosen firm to arrange and complete the fire risk assessment. We do not perform the assessments ourselves.
The Legal Position on Fire Risk Assessments
The primary legislation governing fire safety in non-domestic premises in England and Wales is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This Order places a legal duty on the "Responsible Person" for almost every non-domestic premises to ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. Since section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 came into force on 1 October 2023, this assessment must now be recorded in full, regardless of the number of people employed.
The Responsible Person is typically the employer for a workplace, the owner, or any other person who has control of the premises. Their duty is to take reasonable steps to reduce the risk from fire and to ensure that people can safely escape if a fire does occur. The fire risk assessment must be reviewed regularly and whenever there has been a material change to the premises, its use, or the people occupying it.
The assessment must be carried out by a competent person. Competence means having sufficient training, experience, knowledge, and other qualities to enable them to properly carry out the assessment. Guidance for non-domestic premises is commonly found in BS 9792:2025, while PAS 79-1:2020 provides guidance for housing premises. These documents outline methodologies for conducting fire risk assessments. This page provides general information and should not be taken as specific advice for your individual building. Enforcement of fire safety legislation in Knighton falls to the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, as appropriate to the premises type.
Questions duty holders ask
7 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. For a property in Knighton, prices typically range from £190 to £630 per assessment. The specific quote will be provided by the local fire safety firm we connect you with, after they have assessed your individual needs.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is the individual or entity legally accountable for fire safety in a non-domestic premises. This could be an employer, the owner of the premises, or anyone who has control over the premises, such as a facilities manager or landlord. They have the duty to ensure a fire risk assessment is carried out and acted upon.
How often does it need reviewing?
A fire risk assessment should be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains valid. It must also be reviewed whenever there are significant changes to the premises, such as alterations to the building layout, changes in occupancy, new processes, or the introduction of new hazards. There is no fixed statutory period, but annual reviews are common practice.
What happens if I do not have one?
Failure to comply with fire safety legislation, including not having a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment, can lead to serious consequences. This can include fines, imprisonment, or both, particularly if a fire occurs and lives are put at risk. Enforcement action is taken by the local fire and rescue service.
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 fire risk assessment must now be recorded in full, regardless of the number of people employed in the premises. This ensures a clear record of identified hazards, risks, and the actions taken to mitigate them.
What if I need an assessment for a residential property?
If you are a landlord of a multi-occupied residential building, such as flats or an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation), you are generally considered the Responsible Person and are required to have a fire risk assessment. PAS 79-1:2020 provides specific guidance for housing premises.
Are you the company that will carry out my assessment?
No, Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service. We connect you with local, competent fire safety firms who then carry out the assessments. We do not perform the assessments ourselves, attend sites, or provide direct consultancy. We simply facilitate the initial connection.
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.