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Fire risk assessments and the routine testing of alarms, emergency lighting and fire doors for the premises you are responsible for.
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5 services, each scoped in writing.
Add the ones you think apply and we will combine them into one quote request. If you are unsure, add your best guess and tell us about the project.
- Fire risk assessment
Assessments for commercial premises, HMOs and the common parts of residential blocks.
Fire Safety Order · Review regularly and after changes
- Fire alarm testing and servicing
Periodic inspection and servicing of fire detection and alarm systems.
BS 5839 · Serviced at least every 6 months
- Emergency lighting testing
Functional and full-duration tests of emergency lighting, with the log book updated.
BS 5266 · Monthly checks, annual full test
- Fire door inspections
Inspection of fire doors, frames, seals and closers in residential and commercial buildings.
Fire Safety Order · Communal every 3 months, flat doors yearly (over 11m)
- Compartmentation surveys
Surveys of fire-stopping and compartment walls in roof voids, risers and ceilings.
Part B · As part of fire risk review
Intervals
What is due, and how often.
A general guide. The exact duty depends on the property, its use and who is responsible for it.
| Service | Typical interval | Standard or rule |
|---|---|---|
| Fire risk assessment | Review regularly and after changes | Fire Safety Order |
| Fire alarm testing and servicing | Serviced at least every 6 months | BS 5839 |
| Emergency lighting testing | Monthly checks, annual full test | BS 5266 |
| Fire door inspections | Communal every 3 months, flat doors yearly (over 11m) | Fire Safety Order |
| Compartmentation surveys | As part of fire risk review | Part B |
A general guide for properties in England. The exact duty depends on the property, its use and who is responsible for it, and your quotation confirms what applies.
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