Property type
Community Building Fire Risk Assessments
For village halls, community centres, libraries and shared civic spaces.
Who is normally responsible?
Trustees, committees, operators or local authorities may hold duties depending on ownership and booking arrangements.
Common fire risks
- Variable users, volunteers and public events
- Temporary decorations, markets and performances
- Kitchens, stores and plant rooms
What an assessor typically reviews
- Public escape routes and occupancy assumptions
- Booking controls and hirer information
- Alarm, lighting, extinguishers and housekeeping
What to prepare
- Typical activities and maximum occupancy
- Booking terms and hirer instructions
- Maintenance records
When to review
Review after changes in activities, occupancy, room layouts, refurbishment or management arrangements.
Request an assessment quote
Provide the property details and consent needed for review and potential independent provider matching.
Related guides
Fire Risk Assessment Cost
What affects the cost of a UK fire risk assessment and what information helps an assessor quote accurately.
Fire Risk Assessment Legal Requirements
A practical overview of fire risk assessment duties for UK non-domestic and common-part premises.
Fire Risk Assessment Checklist
A plain-English preparation checklist before arranging a fire risk assessment.
Next step
Ready to arrange a fire risk assessment?
Book online when the scope, price and fulfilment route are clear, or request a tailored quote where professional scoping is needed.
An assessor is not treated as appointed until they accept the assignment.