What does it cover?

The scope of the survey involved in a fire risk assessment would include the following particular aspects of fire safety:

• The occupants – demographic including any with impairments
• Activities and processes
• Fire loss experience.
• Fire hazards.
• Fire prevention.
• Storage and handling of flammable liquids and gases.
• Housekeeping.
• Means of escape.
• Compartmentation.
• Flammability of linings.
• Emergency escape lighting.
• Fire safety signs and notices.
• Fire detection and fire alarm systems.
• Fire extinguishing systems and appliances.
• Smoke control systems.
• Facilities for use by the fire and rescue service.
• Arrangements for management of fire safety.
• Fire procedures.
• Training and drills.
• Testing and maintenance.
• Records.