Fire Risk Assessment Service for Schools and Trusts
As a BAFE SP205 registered company, we carry out a comprehensive annual Fire Risk Assessment to identify issues requiring attention with a clear action plan of recommendations.
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As a BAFE SPF205-certified provider, our accredited fire risk assessment is practical and systematic. It helps ensure your fire safety procedures, fire prevention measures, and fire precautions are all in place.
A school fire risk assessment involves identifying potential fire hazards, evaluating evacuation routes, and ensuring fire safety equipment like alarms and extinguishers are properly maintained.
It also assesses staff training, emergency procedures, and measures to protect students, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations.
Some of the key areas that form part
of the fire risk assessment are:
Verified BAFE SP205 Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment
Ensures health and safety in schools and MATs by providing a comprehensive, accredited fire risk assessment aligned with the highest industry standards.
Specific fire management of your building
Employee training
Delivers fire safety training for schools and MATs, equipping staff with the knowledge to prevent, manage, and respond to fire risks effectively.
Evacuation procedures
Establishes clear and compliant emergency evacuation plans, supporting duty of care in UK school and MAT legislation.
PEEPs (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans)
Ensures inclusive fire safety in schools and MATs by supporting students and staff with additional evacuation needs.
Fire hazards within practical departments and practical activities
Our specialist fire safety consultants conduct in-depth risk assessments in schools, identifying and mitigating fire hazards in science labs, design & technology workshops, and kitchens, ensuring compliance with DfE safety standards.
BAFE assured competent risk assessor
Guarantees expert-led and consistent fire risk assessments in schools and MATs, ensuring full compliance with fire safety laws.
Assembly points, use and location
Identifies and optimises safe assembly points, enhancing emergency response and school and MAT safety procedures.
Suitable occupation / use of your building (all areas)
Verifies that all areas of the school site(s) meet fire safety regulations, supporting risk assessment policy in schools and MATs.
Fire compartmentation and premises inspections
Reduces the spread of fire and improves fire risk assessments in schools and MATs, ensuring compliance with UK fire safety regulations..
Management of contractors and hot works procedures
Prevents fire hazards by ensuring contractor compliance with school or MAT health and safety policies and procedures.
Hirers and Lettings
Ensures external users comply with fire safety policies in schools and MATs, protecting school premises and maintaining compliance with duty of care regulations.
Schools with our Health and Safety support package receive continued advice and guidance on fire safety management from their assigned consultant and the Judicium Education Health & Safety Team. All fire risk assessments are completed by qualified fire risk assessors.
Access all your compliance documents using our Compliance Dashboard.
JEDU is our online Fire Risk Assessment dashboard for schools and Multi Academy Trusts.
A leading tool for busy school senior leaders.
Fire Risk Assessment dashboard for school leaders
- Monitor overall assessment of risk for each key area via the education specific dashboard
- View your schools action plan for recommended and required improvements
Compare:
- School leaders can track progress towards completion of tasks
- MAT leaders can see all schools in their group via the easy dashboards
- MAT leaders can track progress towards the completion of all recommendations across their schools
BAFE certification
The Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is the most vital part of your fire safety obligations.
Choosing BAFE certified organisations for fire risk assessments ensures high-quality, compliant, and independently verified fire safety services, significantly contributing to the safety and wellbeing of everyone at your site.
Judicium are BAFE SP205 Registered for Fire Risk Assessment work.
You can verify our BAFE Registration at bafe.org.uk
Judicium’s Fire Risk Assessment service is comprehensive, professional, and tailored to the specific needs of schools. Their expert team not only identifies risks but also provides practical solutions that are easy to implement. Their ongoing support and training ensure that fire safety remains a priority, making them a highly valuable partner for any school or trust looking to improve their fire safety standards."
Saima Nisco| Head of Operations | Landon School Harmondsworth
The Importance of Fire Risk Assessments: In Numbers
- Over 1,000 fires occur in UK schools each year, causing millions of pounds in damage and disrupting education. ( Source: Zurich Municipal)
- 60% of schools experiencing a significant fire never fully recover, facing ongoing financial and operational challenges. ( Source: Zurich Municipal)
- Effective fire safety management can reduce the risk of serious fires by up to 80%, through proactive maintenance, staff training, and regular risk assessments. (Source: Fire Protection Association)
- Inadequate fire safety measures were identified in 41% of schools inspected in a recent compliance review.(Source: Fire Protection Association)
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, ensuring schools and MATs identify fire hazards, implement prevention measures, and establish emergency procedures to protect pupils and staff.
Regular fire risk assessments in schools and MATs help maintain compliance with health and safety policies and procedures in schools and MATs.
A BAFE-accredited Fire Risk Assessment in schools should cover fire detection systems, emergency exits, fire doors, alarm testing, extinguisher placement, evacuation procedures, and staff fire safety training.
Schools and MATs must also assess hazardous material storage, electrical safety, and general fire prevention measures to comply with fire safety regulations.
Fire risk assessments must account for hazardous substances stored on-site, such as chemicals used in science labs and cleaning supplies.
COSHH in schools regulations require proper storage, handling, and fire prevention measures to prevent fire hazards and ensure compliance.
A school or MAT's health and safety policy must include fire safety measures, emergency planning, and regular fire safety training for schools.
A BAFE-accredited Fire Risk Assessment ensures that fire safety policies and procedures in schools and MATs align with DfE and HSE guidance, reducing liability under duty of care in legislation.
BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment) accreditation ensures that fire safety assessments are conducted by qualified professionals, meeting the highest industry standards.
Using a BAFE-accredited provider guarantees that your fire risk assessment in your school or MAT is thorough, legally compliant and up to date.
Schools must review fire risk assessments annually and after any significant changes to the premises.
Regular fire safety training for schools and MATs, usually annually, ensures staff understand evacuation procedures, first aid policy in schools, and fire prevention measures to keep students and staff safe.