Blocks of flats fire risk assessments that lead to action
Independent, on-site fire risk assessments for residential blocks of flats — delivered by a CMIOSH-led consultancy with NFRAR-registered assessors. Clear findings, photographic evidence and prioritised action plans for landlords and managing agents.
Fire risk assessments in Blocks of Flats, England & Wales
LRMS provides suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments for residential blocks of flats, including the common parts, external wall systems and flat entrance doors where in scope. We assess escape routes, compartmentation, detection, fire doors and management arrangements — producing a prioritised action plan with photographic evidence so landlords, freeholders and managing agents can demonstrate compliance and protect residents.
Why local Blocks of Flats knowledge matters
Blocks of flats fire safety is governed by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, as amended by the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. We understand the particular duties for high-rise and multi-occupied residential buildings — including external wall assessment, flat entrance door checking and resident information — and deliver proportionate assessments that reflect how residential blocks actually operate.
Fire risk assessments across Blocks of Flats premises
We undertake fire risk assessments across commercial, residential and specialist premises. The scope and extent of the assessment is agreed according to the premises, occupancy, relevant fire safety legislation and the purpose of the assessment.
What our Blocks of Flats fire risk assessment covers
A clear, practical process
No report-and-disappear. Each stage leads to the next — and to action you can implement.
Scope & Responsible Person
We confirm the scope, identify the Responsible Person and understand who uses your premises.
On-site assessment
A thorough on-site review of hazards, people at risk, controls, escape routes and compartmentation.
Significant findings
Findings are documented with photographs, priority ratings and clear recommendations.
Prioritised action plan
Each action gets an owner and target date so you can close findings with confidence.
What you receive
Practical, documented outputs — designed to be acted on, not filed and forgotten.
Blocks of Flats fire risk assessment FAQs
Does the FRA need to cover external walls?
Under the Fire Safety Act 2021, the scope of the fire risk assessment for relevant buildings includes external wall systems and cladding. We assess what is within scope and proportionate to the building.
Who is the Responsible Person for a block of flats?
The Responsible Person for the common parts is typically the building owner, freeholder or managing agent with control of the premises. The Responsible Person is determined by control and legal responsibility.
Do flat entrance doors need checking?
Under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, Responsible Persons for relevant residential buildings must ensure routine checking of flat entrance doors. We include this within scope where applicable.
Can you support a multi-block portfolio?
Yes. We provide standardised FRA programmes, central action tracking and portfolio governance for housing providers and managing agents.
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