School fire risk assessments that lead to action
Independent, on-site fire risk assessments for schools, academies, colleges and Multi-Academy Trusts — delivered by a CMIOSH-led consultancy with NFRAR-registered assessors. Clear findings, photographic evidence and prioritised action plans.
Fire risk assessments in Schools, England & Wales
LRMS provides suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments for schools and education settings. Education premises combine large numbers of occupants, varied building stock, science and DT hazards, assembly use and out-of-hours community access. We assess evacuation, compartmentation, detection, fire doors and management arrangements — producing a prioritised action plan that supports safeguarding and continuity of education.
Why local Schools knowledge matters
School fire safety is governed by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 alongside Department for Education guidance on fire safety in schools. We understand the realities of education estates — from legacy buildings and temporary accommodation to new-build academies — and deliver proportionate assessments that reflect how schools actually operate, including assembly, after-hours use and emergency planning for large occupant numbers.
Fire risk assessments across Schools 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 Schools 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.
Schools fire risk assessment FAQs
Do you support Multi-Academy Trusts?
Yes. We provide trust-wide FRA programmes, standardised reporting, central action tracking and competent-person support for central trust teams.
Who is the Responsible Person for a school?
The Responsible Person is typically the employer — for maintained schools usually the local authority, and for academies usually the trust. The Responsible Person is determined by control and legal responsibility for the premises.
Can you combine a school FRA with a health and safety audit?
Yes. Where appropriate, we can deliver both in a single coordinated site visit — one consultant, one report cycle and one point of contact.
Do you cover schools across the North West?
Yes. We assess schools across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside and the wider North West, with trust-wide portfolio support.
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Arrange a fire risk assessment in Schools
Tell us about your Schools premises. We'll confirm the appropriate scope, competence and next step — no obligation, no nonsense.