LE2 · Saffron Lane
Fire Risk Assessment
in Saffron Lane
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- PAS 79-1:2020 (premises other than housing) and, for housing, BS 9792:2025, which superseded PAS 79-2:2020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.
Building owners and managers responsible for premises in the LE2 postcode district have a legal obligation to ensure their properties are safe for occupants and visitors. If you are responsible for a commercial property, a block of flats, or a community space, arranging a fire risk assessment in Saffron Lane is a necessary step in meeting your statutory duties. This area of Leicester is characterised by its large interwar and postwar estate, featuring a mix of residential housing, a local shopping parade, various community buildings, and a sports centre. Each of these building types presents different fire safety challenges, from the high footfall of retail units to the complex layouts of older community facilities.
Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service designed to connect you with local fire safety professionals. We do not carry out the assessments ourselves; instead, we pass your details to a local firm that will contact you to discuss your specific requirements. A fire risk assessment in Saffron Lane typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment, though the final figure depends on the size and complexity of the building. The firm we put you in touch with will provide a specific quote based on your premises.
What the assessment covers
The fire risk assessment is a systematic evaluation of your premises to identify potential hazards and determine the necessary safety measures. The complexity of this task, and consequently the cost, is influenced by several physical and operational factors. The assessor who contacts you will consider the total floor area and the number of storeys, as larger buildings require more time to inspect thoroughly. They will also look at whether anyone sleeps on the premises, such as in flats above shops or residential care settings, as life safety risks are significantly higher in sleeping risks.
The number and complexity of escape routes are also critical. In older interwar buildings that may have been altered over the decades, so that fire exits are sufficient and lead to a place of ultimate safety is paramount. The assessor will evaluate how the building is currently used and how many people occupy it at any given time. A sports centre with high occupancy levels requires different considerations than a small retail unit. Finally, the age of the building and any structural changes made since its original construction will be reviewed to ensure that fire compartmentation remains effective.
How the enquiry works
We operate as a simple bridge between duty holders and service providers. The process follows these four steps:
- You send the details of your property and your contact information through our enquiry form.
- We pass these details to a local fire safety firm that covers the Saffron Lane area.
- That firm contacts you directly to discuss the building and provide a formal quote.
- You deal with the firm directly to arrange the site visit and handle payment.
Please be aware that Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is not a consultancy and does not attend your site; the work is carried out entirely by the independent company we put you in touch with.
The legal position
Fire safety in England and Wales is governed primarily by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. This legislation places the burden of responsibility on the ‘Responsible Person’—usually the employer, building owner, or managing agent. Furthermore, section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, which came into force on 1 October 2023, has introduced significant changes to how fire safety information must be recorded.
Under the updated legislation, the Responsible Person for almost every non-domestic premises must ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out. Since the commencement of section 156, you must now record the full fire risk assessment in writing, regardless of the number of people employed or the size of the business. Previously, smaller businesses were exempt from the written requirement, but this is no longer the case. The assessment should be carried out against recognised industry standards, typically BS 9792:2025 for housing and BS 9792:2025 for non-domestic premises.
The law requires that the assessment is reviewed regularly and specifically after any material change to the building’s layout or use. It is a legal requirement that the assessment is carried out by a competent person who has the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience. Enforcement of these regulations in Saffron Lane is the responsibility of the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, depending on the specific property type. Please note that the information on this page is provided 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 Saffron Lane typically costs £180 to £600 per assessment. This range reflects the difference between a small, straightforward shop and a larger, more complex building like a community centre or a sports facility. The final price is determined by the local firm we put you in touch with, based on factors such as the size of the property, the number of occupants, and the complexity of the internal layout.
Who is the Responsible Person?
The Responsible Person is usually the individual who has control over the premises. This is typically the employer in a workplace, but it can also be the owner of the building, a landlord, or a managing agent for the common parts of a residential block. It is their legal duty to ensure that a fire risk assessment is completed and that any fire safety deficiencies identified are addressed to protect the people using the building.
How often does it need reviewing?
While the law does not specify a fixed timeframe like 'annually', it states the assessment must be kept up to date. It is standard practice to review the document every twelve months. However, a review is legally required whenever there is a material change to the building, such as structural alterations, a change in the way the building is used, or a significant increase in the number of people visiting the premises.
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 the local fire and rescue service or local authority inspects your premises and finds you lack a sufficient assessment, they can issue an enforcement notice. In serious cases, this can lead to fines or prosecution. Having a recorded assessment is also often a requirement for building insurance and the sale of commercial property.
Does it have to be written down?
Yes, since the introduction 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 Responsible Person must now ensure they have a written record of their assessment and their fire safety arrangements to remain compliant with the law and to provide evidence to enforcement authorities.
Do you carry out the assessment yourselves?
No, Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service and not a fire safety consultancy. We do not attend your site, and we do not employ the assessors. Our role is to take your enquiry and pass it to a local firm that specialises in fire safety. That firm will contact you directly to provide a quote and, if you choose to instruct them, they will perform the actual assessment on your behalf.
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.