What a fire risk assessment is and how to find a fire risk assessment for a block of flats owned by the council.

We carry out fire risk assessments of all our blocks of flats.

They're carried out once a year for high rise blocks and sheltered schemes. For most other blocks it's every two years.

What a fire risk assessment is

A fire risk assessment is an inspection of the communal areas in a block of flats. 

It does not include going inside individual homes, but your front door may be inspected as part of the assessment.

A fire risk assessment will:

  • identify potential fire hazards
  • identify who could be at risk and what needs to be done to reduce or remove that risk
  • recommend actions to improve fire safety
Some improvements are carried out straight away. Others may be planned as part of a maintenance programme.

Risk assessments

If you live in a block of flats owned by the council and want to see your fire risk assessment, email buildingsafety@bristol.gov.uk

Contact

Email buildingsafety@bristol.gov.uk if you:

  • want more information
  • have questions