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Do I Need a Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff?
If any of the following apply to you, you have a legal requirement to have a fire risk assessment carried out by a competent, accredited assessor:
- You are responsible for business premises in Cardiff or South Wales
- You are an employer or self-employed with business premises
- You are responsible for a part of a dwelling used solely for business purposes
- You are a charity or voluntary organisation occupying premises in Cardiff
- You are a contractor with a degree of control over any premises
- You are a landlord providing accommodation for paying guests
- You are a freeholder or managing agent of a leasehold block of flats in Cardiff
Beyond the legal obligation, a fire risk assessment makes sound business sense. It protects your staff, tenants, customers and assets - and gives you the documented evidence of compliance you need if the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Cardiff Council or your insurer ever asks for it.
A fire risk assessment is a methodical investigation of a business or residential premises, identifying fire hazards, evaluating the risk to people, and setting out the actions required to reduce that risk to an acceptable level. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all non-domestic premises in Cardiff must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment carried out by a competent person. If you employ five or more people, the assessment must be recorded in writing. All of our assessors are highly experienced and qualified, and Wyvern Risk Management is a third-party assessed organisation delivering work to the BAFE SP205 Part 1 standard, with hundreds of fire risk assessments completed across Cardiff, South Wales and the wider region.
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Don't take risks with fire safety compliance. Contact Wyvern Risk Management for accredited fire risk assessments in Cardiff. You will know the full cost before we attend.
What Is Included in a Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff?
Our accredited fire risk assessments in Cardiff are detailed, compliance-led and delivered to the BAFE SP205 standard. Every assessment is carried out on-site by one of our experienced, qualified assessors and covers all areas relevant to fire safety across your premises. Our assessment reports display the following:
Responsible Person Details
Full identification of the Responsible Person, contact details, property address and the legal framework applying to your specific premises and occupancy type.
Non-Compliance & Action Plans
A clear record of all non-compliances identified, with time-bound action plans and practical remedial recommendations prioritised by risk level.
Photographic Evidence
Photographs of all non-compliances to aid easy identification for maintenance teams, contractors and any subsequent inspection by the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Maintenance & Servicing Records
Evidence of routine maintenance, servicing and testing undertaken across your premises, providing a complete compliance audit trail for insurers and fire authorities.
Escape Route Assessment
We check that all escape routes are clear, correctly signed, easily accessible and adequate for the number and type of occupants in your Cardiff premises.
Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
We check that the correct alarm and detection system is installed, operating correctly and appropriately maintained for your occupancy type and building layout.
Emergency Lighting
Visual inspection to confirm emergency escape lighting is correctly installed, operational and subject to a suitable testing and maintenance regime.
Signage & Instructions
We confirm all fire safety notices, escape route signage and fire action instructions are clear, correctly positioned and meet legal requirements for your Cardiff premises.
All fire risk assessments are produced as a PDF to the latest PAS 79:2020 approved industry standard template and delivered directly to you by email, alongside a BAFE SP205 Certificate of Conformity confirming that the assessment has been carried out by a competent, independently accredited assessor.
Ensure Your Fire Safety Compliance in Cardiff
Protect your staff, tenants and legal standing with an accredited fire risk assessment in Cardiff from Wyvern Risk Management. Fixed prices from £199 - no hidden charges.
0800 593 0916
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Which Businesses and Properties in Cardiff Need a Fire Risk Assessment?
A wide range of businesses, landlords and organisations across Cardiff and South Wales are legally required to have a fire risk assessment. These include:
Landlords & HMO Owners
Freeholders of leasehold blocks and HMO landlords in Cardiff have a legal duty to carry out fire risk assessments for their properties. Cardiff's large student rental and HMO market makes this one of the most common compliance requirements for local landlords. Results must be recorded, stored and made available to tenants, Cardiff Council and South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Commercial Premises
Offices, retail units, warehouses, restaurants, hotels and hospitality venues across Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay, Roath, Pontprennau and beyond - all employers with five or more staff must have a written fire risk assessment. Cardiff's thriving commercial sector means this applies to thousands of local businesses.
Care Homes, Schools & Healthcare
Higher-risk environments including Cardiff care homes, schools, hospitals and healthcare premises require more frequent fire risk assessments and carry additional obligations to protect vulnerable occupants. Our assessors understand the sector-specific requirements for these settings.
Managing Agents & Block Management
Cardiff managing agents responsible for communal areas, shared facilities and residential blocks must ensure fire risk assessments are carried out, recorded and kept current. The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 and Building Safety Act 2022 have significantly increased the compliance obligations for block managers across Wales.
Housing Fire Risk Assessments in Cardiff
What do you need to do as a Cardiff landlord, managing agent or freeholder?
The freeholder of a leasehold block of flats in Cardiff - whether purpose-built or a conversion - has the legal responsibility to carry out a fire risk assessment for the block. Based on the results of that assessment, they must ensure that the whole building and all flats within it are compliant with fire safety legislation. This is a requirement that protects tenants from the effects of fire and carries personal legal liability for the Responsible Person.
The results of the fire risk assessment must be recorded, carefully stored and made available for inspection by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service officers, Cardiff Council inspecting officers and your tenants. These assessments must be renewed or replaced periodically - annual reviews are considered best practice in most cases, and immediately following any significant change to the building, occupancy or fire safety systems.
Wyvern Risk Management will produce your Cardiff housing fire risk assessment as a PDF using the latest version of PAS 79:2020 as the approved industry standard template, sent directly to your email. You will then be able to provide a record of this assessment to tenants and make it available to relevant authorities on request.
Our Cardiff housing assessment process includes:
- Checking escape routes are clear, correctly signed and easily accessible
- Physically checking entry doors and sampling flat doors for fire integrity
- Checking the correct alarm and detection system is installed and operating
- Visually inspecting emergency escape lighting is correctly installed and functioning
- Reviewing maintenance, safety checks and testing paperwork
- Ensuring notices, signage and fire safety instructions are clear and available for tenants, visitors and owners
Commercial Fire Risk Assessments in Cardiff
What does your Cardiff business need to do?
The owner of a commercial business in Cardiff who employs five or more people has a legal responsibility under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 to carry out a written fire risk assessment. This must cover the whole building, the management processes and all staff, ensuring compliance with UK fire safety legislation. The results must be recorded and made available to South Wales Fire and Rescue Service inspection officers. Your business insurers will also require evidence of a valid, current fire risk assessment.
Wyvern Risk Management uses its bespoke cloud-based software ‘ComplianceOnline' to inspect, audit and assess your Cardiff premises on your behalf — giving you instant, live access to your compliance status across all locations and all devices, so you can concentrate on running your business.
What Are the Benefits of a ‘ComplianceOnline' Fire Risk Assessment?
PAS 79 Compliant Reporting
Reports are produced on a PAS 79 template and comply with current UK legislation - accepted by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Cardiff Council officers.
Instant Portfolio Access
Log in and view all your fire risk assessment reports in one place, across all your Cardiff and South Wales properties, on any device.
Colour-Coded Action Plans
Actions are colour-coded and listed in order of priority, ensuring you address the most critical fire safety risks first in the most cost-effective way.
Online Fire Logbook
Your fire logbook is stored securely online - safer from fire, easily accessible and always up to date. A legal requirement for every Cardiff employer.
BAFE SP205 Certificate of Conformity
Every assessment comes with a BAFE SP205 Certificate of Conformity, giving you and your insurers assurance that the correct procedures have been followed by a competent, independently accredited assessor.
Book Your Cardiff Fire Risk Assessment Today
From single commercial premises to large residential blocks and multi-site portfolios, Wyvern Risk Management delivers accredited, cost-effective fire risk assessments across Cardiff and South Wales.
Fixed prices from £199 with no hidden charges.
0800 593 0916
info@wyvernriskmanagement.co.uk
Who Can Carry Out a Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff?
A fire risk assessment in Cardiff must be carried out by a competent person - someone with the knowledge, training, qualifications and practical experience to identify fire hazards and assess risk accurately for your specific premises and occupancy type.
For most businesses and landlords, this means appointing an externally accredited fire risk assessor rather than relying on internal staff. Wyvern Risk Management's principal assessor, Marc Anderson, holds a Tier 3 Nationally Accredited Fire Risk Assessor qualification, a Level 4 Diploma (ABBE) in Fire Risk Assessment, and BAFE SP205 third-party accreditation backed by UKAS — the highest level of independently assessed competence available for fire risk assessment in the UK.
Using an unqualified or non-accredited assessor can invalidate your compliance documentation and leave you exposed to enforcement action from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and personal criminal liability as the Responsible Person.
Don't risk your compliance by using non-accredited providers.
Why Choose Wyvern Risk Management for Fire Risk Assessments in Cardiff?
Choosing the right fire risk assessor in Cardiff makes a real difference. Here's why Cardiff businesses, landlords and managing agents trust Wyvern Risk Management:
BAFE SP205 Accredited
Third-party certified and UKAS-backed under the UK's leading fire risk management accreditation scheme. Accepted by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Cardiff Council and insurers as independent evidence of assessor competence.
30+ Years Experience
Our principal assessor brings over 32 years of frontline Fire & Rescue Service experience to every assessment - giving you real-world insight that goes far beyond a tick-box compliance exercise.
Fixed Prices from £199
No hidden charges. No surprises.
You will know the exact cost of your Cardiff fire risk assessment before we attend - guaranteed. Free no-obligation quotation available on request.
Independent & Unbiased
We don't sell fire safety equipment or installation services. Our sole focus is producing an accurate, impartial assessment that genuinely serves your compliance needs.
ComplianceOnline Technology
Our cloud-based ComplianceOnline platform gives Cardiff businesses instant access to live assessment reports, colour-coded action plans, online fire logbooks and full portfolio management across all devices.
Cardiff & South Wales Specialists
We understand Cardiff's diverse property landscape - from Cardiff Bay waterfront developments and city centre commercial premises to Roath HMOs, Pontprennau business parks and Vale of Glamorgan rural properties.
Secure Your Accredited Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff Now
Book with Wyvern Risk Management to ensure your Cardiff property has a fully accredited, PAS 79:2020 compliant fire risk assessment - with documentation accepted by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Cardiff Council and your insurers.
Marc from Wyvern Risk Management carried out a full FRA of our apartment block. He was very professional, but most importantly, he was positive and reassuring when giving us the necessary advice needed to make sure we meet all new compliance requirements. I can't recommend him enough and we will definitely be using him in the future.
Home Side House
Marc was very helpful and informative while carrying out a Fire Risk Assessment for us. He shared his knowledge of fire compliance requirements and demonstrated an understanding of how these can be achieved in a practical way. I would recommend Wyvern as a company and we will be using them again.
Sue
Wyvern Risk Management have completed several Fire Risk Assessments across our sites over the years, each time they have been thorough and very informative. Marc is professional, helpful and very engaging, I would highly recommend Wyvern Risk Management and will be continuing to use their services going forward.
Andrew
Meeting the Highest Fire Risk Assessment Standards in Cardiff
All fire risk assessments carried out by Wyvern Risk Management in Cardiff are delivered to the BAFE SP205 Part 1 standard - the gold standard for third-party certified fire risk assessment providers in the UK - and produced to the PAS 79:2020 approved industry standard template.
Our additional accreditations - SSAIB, FPA (Fire Protection Association), FIA (Fire Industry Association) and IFSM (Institute of Fire Safety Managers) - provide further assurance of our technical competence and professional standing. Every assessment comes with a BAFE SP205 Certificate of Conformity, giving Cardiff businesses, landlords and managing agents the documented evidence of compliance they need to satisfy South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Cardiff Council and their insurers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Risk Assessments in Cardiff
Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement for Cardiff businesses?
Yes. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all non-domestic premises in Cardiff must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment carried out by a competent person. If you employ five or more people, the assessment must be recorded in writing. The same legislation applies across Wales and is enforced in Cardiff by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service. Failure to comply can result in enforcement notices, unlimited fines and personal criminal prosecution of the Responsible Person.
How often does a fire risk assessment need to be reviewed in Cardiff?
There is no single fixed interval in law - instead, your fire risk assessment must remain suitable and sufficient at all times. An annual review is considered best practice for most Cardiff premises. It must also be reviewed immediately following any significant change to your building, occupancy, processes or fire safety systems, and after any fire-related incident. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service can require you to produce a current assessment at any time.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Cardiff?
Wyvern Risk Management provides accredited fire risk assessments in Cardiff with fixed prices starting from £199. The final cost depends on the size, complexity and occupancy type of your premises. We provide a free, no-obligation fixed quote before any work begins - call us on 0800 593 0916 to discuss your requirements. There are no hidden charges or unexpected extras.
Do I need a fire risk assessment for a block of flats in Cardiff?
Yes. The freeholder or Responsible Person for a leasehold block of flats in Cardiff has a legal duty to carry out a fire risk assessment for the building's communal areas. The results must be recorded, stored and made available to tenants, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Cardiff Council. Under the Fire Safety Act 2021, this duty now explicitly extends to the building's structure, external walls and flat entrance doors.
Who enforces fire risk assessment requirements in Cardiff?
Fire risk assessment compliance in Cardiff is enforced by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service for most commercial and residential premises. Cardiff Council housing enforcement teams also carry out inspections of HMOs and licensed properties. Both organisations have powers to issue enforcement notices, prohibition notices, unlimited fines and pursue criminal prosecution of Responsible Persons found to be non-compliant.
What is the difference between a fire risk assessment and a fire door inspection?
A fire risk assessment is a broad evaluation of all fire hazards, risks and safety measures across your entire premises - required under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. A fire door inspection is a specialist, dedicated assessment of individual fire door sets to verify their condition, compliance and correct installation. Both are legal requirements for most Cardiff businesses and landlords. They complement each other but are not interchangeable. Wyvern Risk Management provides both services.
Do Welsh fire safety regulations differ from English regulations?
The core fire safety legislation - the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 - applies across England and Wales and its requirements are the same in Cardiff as in Bristol or London. However, the Welsh Government has introduced some Wales-specific regulations and guidance, particularly in relation to residential buildings and social housing. Our assessors are fully familiar with the regulatory framework as it applies in Cardiff and South Wales, including the applicable Welsh Government guidance documents.
Can a fire risk assessment be carried out in an occupied building in Cardiff?
Yes. Our assessors are experienced in working in occupied commercial premises, residential blocks and HMOs across Cardiff with minimal disruption to staff, tenants and customers. We work flexibly around your business hours and operational requirements to keep inconvenience to an absolute minimum.
Book Your Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff Today
For fully accredited, PAS 79:2020 compliant fire risk assessments in Cardiff and across South Wales, contact Wyvern Risk Management now.
Fixed prices from £199 - no hidden charges.
0800 593 0916info@wyvernriskmanagement.co.uk
Also Need a Fire Door Inspection for Your Cardiff Property?
A fire door inspection is a separate but equally important legal requirement for most Cardiff businesses and landlords. See our fire door inspection service today.
Fire Door Inspections in Cardiff
Fire Risk Assessments Across Cardiff, Bristol and the South West
While Cardiff and South Wales are a key part of our service area, Wyvern Risk Management provides accredited fire risk assessments and fire door inspections across the full South West and South Wales region. If you manage properties in multiple locations, we can cover your entire portfolio under a single, consistent accredited service.
Cardiff & South Wales
Our Cardiff service covers Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay, Roath, Canton, Llanishen, Pontprennau, Newport, Bridgend, Barry, Penarth, Pontypridd and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Bristol & Bath
Based in Bristol, we provide accredited fire risk assessments and fire door inspections across Bristol, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, Keynsham and surrounding areas. See our dedicated fire risk assessments in Bristol page for full details.
Gloucester, Exeter & Beyond
We also cover Gloucester, Cheltenham, Exeter, Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset - serving landlords, businesses and managing agents across the wider South West and South Wales region.
Managing properties across Cardiff and Bristol? We can cover your full portfolio under a single accredited inspection and assessment programme - contact us to discuss your requirements.
Book Your Accredited Fire Risk Assessment in Cardiff Today
With fire safety enforcement increasing across Wales and the legal obligations on Cardiff businesses, landlords and managing agents tighter than ever, there has never been a more important time to ensure your fire risk assessment is current, accredited and properly documented.
Fixed prices from £199 - no hidden charges - free no-obligation quote.
BAFE SP205 accredited • PAS 79:2020 compliant • UKAS backed • Accepted by South Wales Fire & Rescue Service.
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Secure your accredited fire risk assessment in Cardiff before an enforcement visit takes place - and enjoy genuine peace of mind knowing your property, your people and your legal position are fully protected.