Supporting documents: new provider registration applications
Page last updated: 2 February 2026
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Fire risk assessment
Services that need to send this document with their application:
Why we want to see this evidence
A fire risk assessment shows you have identified fire hazards and have measures in place to protect people who use your service, staff and visitors. It also shows that you are meeting your legal responsibilities.
What to include
Provide a copy of your current fire risk assessment. This should cover:
- identification of fire hazards
- people at risk
- plans to support people who use your service who need support to evacuate, this includes use of personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs)
- policies for smoking on the premises
- evaluation of risks and your existing fire safety measures
- fire alarm systems, extinguishers and other firefighting equipment
- fire exits and evacuation routes
- staff training
- fire drills for staff, people who use your service and visitors
- an action plan to address any concerns you have identified