Fire risk assessments – further information

More than one fire risk assessment for a block 

The fire risk assessment (FRA) is based upon the number of exit routes or entrances to a building, therefore some buildings may have more than one fire risk assessment.

Updating an FRA

Fire risk assessments provide an overview of any potential fire safety issues in a building, but they by no means provide a complete picture as to whether a building is safe or not.

Like a car's MOT, fire risk assessments provide a snapshot of what was found at the time of inspection and can't take into account changes to things like obstructions or breakages in-between assessments.

Completion of actions

Issues raised in fire risk assessments are prioritised and completed according to their priority. An issue might be addressed immediately or in several months dependent upon what is found and the circumstances of an individual building. For example, it may be necessary schedule work into the next refurbishment programme.

All urgent repairs should be completed as quickly as is possible. Other works may take longer and be completed at the same time as other works to minimise disruption to residents.

If you have concerns about outstanding actions, please contact us.

Fire evacuation plans

The fire risk assessment will determine the most suitable fire evacuation strategy based on the type of property.

Clear communal area policies

We have taken the decision to enforce a ‘clear communal areas’ policy in our blocks to minimise risk and keep residents safe. Residents are not allowed to store dangerous or excessive items in the corridors and communal areas.

Helping fire fighters respond to 999 calls

If you own a vehicle, please consider where you park on your estate and:

• avoid parking close to estate fire gates, entrances and exits
• leave enough space for larger vehicles to pass your vehicle
• park within parking bay markings and in a straight line
• park as close to the curb as possible
• never park over a fire hydrant – look out for an "H" with a yellow background
• never park in front of a dry riser – look out for a red box next to an estate block entrance which says "dry riser"

Help keep your building safe

If you have concerns about fire safety in your estate, or if you see anything that may pose a fire risk such as rubbish in corridors or bad parking, please contact us.