5 - Fire Risk

Question 1

Which Act relates to Fire?

Answer 1

Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022

Question 2

Following the Hackitt Review (2018) which document does the “Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022” amend?

Answer 2

Fire Risk Management Regulatory Refore (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Question 3

Outline the Fire Risk Management Regulatory Refore (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Answer 3

• Based on risk assessment with emphasis on fire prevention
• Requires “responsbile person” to control a building
• Record keeping and staff training required

Question 4

Outline the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022

Answer 4

• Applies to all residential premises in England and Wales
• Requires responsible person
• Fire risk appraisals of external walls (FRAEW) reports required. This must include an assessment of the external wall system and executive summary that the mortgage valuer can use to establish whether remediation works are needed
• Ensure residents are provided with siotable fire safety instructions.