Fire risk assessment in Swindon
Professional fire risk assessments for Swindon businesses. Our online assessment helps you record your fire risk assessment for premises in the area covered by Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, including Swindon's major distribution and logistics operations, retail parks, and commercial premises.
Serving Swindon businesses in the area covered by Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service. We are independent of the fire service.
Fire Safety Regulations in Swindon
Understanding local fire safety requirements is essential for businesses operating in Swindon. Fire safety law is enforced locally by Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service; the responsible person must make sure their assessment is suitable and sufficient for their premises.
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue
Swindon businesses must comply with Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service requirements. Our assessments provide detailed documentation meeting their inspection standards.
Railway Village Conservation
Swindon's Victorian Railway Village conservation area requires fire safety measures that respect Grade II listed terraced housing and former Great Western Railway buildings.
Industrial and Distribution Standards
Swindon's extensive distribution and logistics sector requires specialist fire safety assessment for large warehouse and distribution facilities.
Retail Park and Commercial
The Outlet at Swindon Designer Outlet and retail parks require assessment of high public access, large retail units, and emergency evacuation.
Common Fire Risks in Swindon Properties
Swindon's role as a major distribution hub, its retail parks, Victorian heritage in the Railway Village, and growing commercial base create diverse fire safety requirements. Our assessment covers warehouses, retail, heritage buildings, and offices.
Large Warehouse and Distribution
Swindon's strategic motorway location makes it a major logistics hub, with large warehouses requiring specialist fire safety assessment for storage and operations.
Designer Outlet and Retail Parks
Swindon's major retail destinations require assessment of extensive single-level and multi-level retail units with high public throughput.
Railway Village Listed Buildings
Victorian railway workers' cottages in the conservation area require assessment balancing heritage preservation with modern HMO and residential fire safety.
Manufacturing and Engineering
Legacy manufacturing heritage and modern engineering firms require specialist assessment of production facilities and industrial operations.
Town Centre Mixed Use
Swindon's regenerating town centre requires assessment of mixed commercial, retail, and residential buildings in the Brunel Shopping Centre and surrounds.
Business Parks and Offices
Clusters of office parks around the M4 corridor require assessment of multi-occupancy office buildings and tech company facilities.
Complete Your Swindon Fire Risk Assessment Online
A guided online questionnaire that helps Swindon businesses record their fire risk assessment and action plan
1. Enter Property Details
Provide information about your Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon
Comprehensive Coverage
Covers all property types: commercial, residential, educational, hospitality, healthcare
Expert Support
Email support available for Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon?
Our team is available to answer your questions about fire safety requirements specific to Swindon properties.