Fire Risk Assessment Template — UK Compliance (Basic)

A complete, fillable fire risk assessment template for UK premises, written to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (effective 1 October 2023).

Suitable for landlords, HMO operators, holiday let owners, small business owners, and anyone classified as a Responsible Person under the Fire Safety Order. Methodology follows the HSE five-step approach and aligns with PAS 79-1:2020 and PAS 79-2:2020 principles.

What's included:

- 6-page Word document (.docx), fully editable

- Document control and premises information sections

- Structured hazard identification (ignition, fuel, oxygen, electrical, cooking, smoking, arson)

- People at risk assessment covering vulnerable groups

- Existing fire safety measures checklist (14 control points)

- Colour-coded risk evaluation matrix (likelihood × severity)

- Action plan template with priority and target dates

- Annual review log

- Sign-off and declaration page

Format: Microsoft Word (.docx). Compatible with Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice.

Delivery: instant download after purchase.

Looking for worked examples and a risk-scoring calculator? See the Pro version, which includes a fully completed HMO assessment, a fully completed holiday let assessment, an Excel risk-scoring calculator, the Fire Safety Order compliance checklist, and a fire safety logbook template.

Important: this template is provided for general guidance and to assist with self-assessment. Complex or higher-risk premises should be assessed by a competent third-party fire risk assessor.