Fire risk assessment in Swansea
Professional fire risk assessments for Swansea businesses. Our online assessment helps you record your fire risk assessment for premises in the area covered by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, including Swansea's Dylan Thomas heritage, waterfront regeneration, Swansea University, and thriving coastal commercial sector.
Serving Swansea businesses in the area covered by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service. We are independent of the fire service.
Fire Safety Regulations in Swansea
Understanding local fire safety requirements is essential for businesses operating in Swansea. Fire safety law is enforced locally by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service; the responsible person must make sure their assessment is suitable and sufficient for their premises.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue
Swansea businesses must comply with Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service requirements. Our assessments provide comprehensive fire risk documentation for their standards.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
The same RRO 2005 framework that applies in England also applies in Wales. All non-domestic premises in Swansea must comply with this legislation, which requires a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment by a responsible person.
Bilingual Signage Requirements
Where applicable in Wales, fire safety signage — including evacuation notices, fire exit signs, and firefighting equipment labels — should be provided bilingually in both English and Welsh to comply with Welsh Language standards.
Waterfront and Marina Development
Swansea Marina and SA1 waterfront development require fire safety assessment for converted dock buildings and new mixed-use residential and commercial premises.
Swansea University Facilities
Bay Campus and Singleton Park campus buildings and student accommodation require specialist fire safety assessment under Welsh regulations.
Common Fire Risks in Swansea Properties
Swansea's waterfront renaissance, Dylan Thomas heritage, dual university presence, and vibrant entertainment district create diverse fire safety requirements under Welsh regulations. Our assessment covers waterfront developments, student housing, retail, and hospitality venues.
SA1 and Waterfront Developments
Converted dock warehouses and modern waterfront residential and commercial buildings require assessment of varied construction and mixed-use occupancy.
Dylan Thomas Heritage and Cultural
Dylan Thomas Centre and cultural venues associated with Swansea's literary heritage require fire safety for public-access heritage and arts buildings.
Student HMO Housing
Swansea University creates substantial student housing demand with HMOs in Brynmill, Uplands, and Sketty requiring comprehensive fire detection.
Quadrant Shopping Centre
Swansea's main shopping centre requires assessment of enclosed multi-level retail and high public footfall emergency evacuation.
Wind Street Hospitality
Swansea's famous Wind Street entertainment district requires fire safety for high-occupancy bars, clubs, and restaurants with late-night operations.
Industrial and Manufacturing
Swansea's industrial estates and port-adjacent manufacturing require specialist fire risk assessment for production and warehousing operations.
Complete Your Swansea Fire Risk Assessment Online
A guided online questionnaire that helps Swansea businesses record their fire risk assessment and action plan
1. Enter Property Details
Provide information about your Swansea property and business type
2. Complete Assessment
Answer comprehensive fire safety questions tailored to your property
3. Download Report
Receive your PDF report and action plan instantly for £25 + VAT
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the right assessment level for your Swansea property
DIY Assessment
Standard commercial & residential
- Instant PDF report
- Risk score & recommendations
- Written record of your assessment
- Record findings and actions
HMO Assessment
Houses in multiple occupation
- Everything in DIY
- HMO-specific checks
- Licensing requirement detail
- Tenant safety guidance
Professional Visit
On-site expert assessment
- Qualified assessor visits site
- Full physical inspection
- Suitable for complex premises
- Detailed written report
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Swansea businesses
How it works
Built around the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- 1
Tell us about your premises
Enter the responsible person and property details.
- 2
Pay a fixed price securely
One-off payment by card, processed by Stripe.
- 3
Answer the guided questions
Work through fire hazards, detection, escape routes, equipment and management.
- 4
Get your PDF report
Your report is generated when you complete the assessment, ready to download.
What's included in your report
- Executive summary with an overall risk score and risk level
- Responsible person and property details
- Findings based on your answers
- Recommendations grouped by high, medium and low priority, each with an action
- Guidance on the responsible person's duties (Article 3 of the Fire Safety Order)
- When to review your assessment
Clear, fixed prices
- Online DIY assessment£25 + VAT (£30 inc. VAT)
- Flat assessment£45 + VAT (£54 inc. VAT)
- HMO assessment£80 + VAT (£96 inc. VAT)
- On-site assessor visit£250 + VAT (£300 inc. VAT)
Each price is a one-off payment for that assessment.
Legal basis: Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021 and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022; Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 in Scotland.
Secure payment: card payments are processed by Stripe.
14-day cooling-off: full refund within 14 days if the assessment hasn't been started and the report hasn't been opened. See terms.
Common questions
Is an online fire risk assessment legally acceptable?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a suitable and sufficient assessment by the responsible person, not a particular format. The online tool helps you record it. For complex, larger or higher-risk premises, book an assessor visit instead.
Is this a certificate of compliance?
No. The report is based on the information you provide and is not a certificate of compliance. If you are unsure, an on-site assessor visit (£250 + VAT) may suit you better.
Are there any hidden costs?
No. Each price is a one-off fixed payment for that assessment, shown with and without VAT before you pay.
Can I get a refund?
For online and HMO assessments you can request a full refund within 14 days if the assessment hasn't been started and the report hasn't been opened. Assessor visits can be cancelled for a full refund up to 48 hours before the appointment. See our terms for details.
What about Scotland and Northern Ireland?
The Fire Safety Order applies in England and Wales. Scotland has its own legislation, the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005, and our Scottish pages explain the differences.
Why Swansea Businesses Choose Us
Built Around the Fire Safety Order
Questions follow the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and GOV.UK guidance for England and Wales
From £25 + VAT
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Fraction of the cost of a traditional assessor visit
Instant Results
Download your professional PDF report immediately upon completion
24/7 Access
Complete your assessment anytime, from anywhere in Swansea
Comprehensive Coverage
Covers all property types: commercial, residential, educational, hospitality, healthcare
Expert Support
Email support available for Swansea businesses with questions
Official Government Resources
Access free official guidance on fire safety law and compliance requirements.
Fire Safety Law & Guidance
Official government guidance documents for businesses on fire safety compliance.
Visit GOV.UKMaking Your Premises Safe (PDF)
A short guide to making your premises safe from fire for small and medium businesses.
Download PDFReady to Get Your Swansea Fire Risk Assessment?
Answer guided questions about your premises and get a written record and prioritised action plan. Instant PDF. From £25 + VAT.
Questions About Fire Risk Assessments in Swansea?
Our team is available to answer your questions about fire safety requirements specific to Swansea properties.