Are You Legally Compliant? Fire Risk Assessment Requirements for UK Businesses & Landlords in 2025

In 2025, fire safety compliance remains a legal and moral responsibility for every business owner, landlord, and facilities manager in the UK. Yet many are still unaware of how often Fire Risk Assessments need to be carried out—or what’s legally required to stay compliant under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

At Protest ES Ltd, we help businesses and property managers stay compliant and protected with professional, fully accredited Fire Risk Assessments.

Below we Explore the Fire Risk Assessment Requirements for UK Businesses & Landlords in 2025

What Is a Fire Risk Assessment?

A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is a detailed review of your premises to identify fire hazards, evaluate risk, and recommend steps to reduce or remove those risks. It’s not just a safety measure—it’s a legal obligation.

Who Needs a Fire Risk Assessment?

If you’re responsible for any non-domestic premises in the UK—including offices, warehouses, retail units, communal areas in residential buildings, or HMOs—you are the ‘Responsible Person’ under UK law and must ensure an FRA is conducted and reviewed regularly.

This includes:

• Employers

• Landlords

• Facilities and building managers

• Managing agents

 How Often Should a Fire Risk Assessment Be Carried Out?

There’s no set time limit in law, but best practice (and guidance from the Fire and Rescue Service) recommends:

• Annually for high-risk buildings

• Every 3 years for lower-risk properties

• Immediately if the layout, occupancy, or use of the building changes

 Failing to conduct regular assessments can result in hefty fines, prosecution, or even imprisonment.

New Developments in 2025: What’s Changed?

While the core regulations under the Fire Safety Order remain the same, new guidance from the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, which came into force in 2023, continues to affect compliance in 2025:

• All multi-occupied residential buildings over 11 metres now require more detailed FRA documentation

• Enhanced duties on fire doors, evacuation plans, and signage

• Increased scrutiny from local Fire and Rescue Authorities

 This means documentation and record-keeping are more critical than ever.

Why Choose Protest ES Ltd for Your Fire Risk Assessment?

At Protest ES Ltd, we provide:

• Fully qualified, third-party accredited Fire Risk Assessors

• Clear, easy-to-follow recommendations

• Digital reporting and compliance tracking

• Support for ongoing fire safety strategy and improvements

We don’t just tick boxes—we help you build safer, legally compliant spaces for your staff, tenants, or customers.

Avoid the Cost of Non-Compliance With Fire Risk Assessment Requirements for UK Businesses & Landlords in 2025

Non-compliance with fire safety laws can result in:

• Fines up to £5,000 for minor breaches

• Unlimited fines or up to 2 years in prison for serious breaches

• Damage to reputation and insurance issues

Don’t take the risk. If you’re unsure when your last FRA was carried out—or if you’ve never had one—now is the time to act.

Book Your 2025 Fire Risk Assessment Today

 Contact Protest ES Ltd today to arrange a professional Fire Risk Assessment for your premises.