We can provide you with all of your fire risk assessment requirements.
The responsible person for the premises (usually the employer, owner or occupier) needs to carry out this assessment or appoint a competent person to carry it out on their behalf.
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Find Out MoreAsk most business owners what they think of fire risk assessments and you'll hear the same things. Long reports full of jargon. A list of expensive recommendations with no idea which ones actually matter. An assessor who rushed round, ticked some boxes and was never heard from again.
It doesn't have to be like that. At Whale Fire, we do things differently, and it starts with where our experience comes from.
I'm Richard Whale, founder of Whale Fire. I've served in the UK Fire Service for 27 years and I'm a Watch Commander. I've also spent around 20 years assessing buildings, from small offices and shops to hotels, landlord properties and airports.
That combination matters. As a firefighter, I've seen first-hand how fires start, how quickly smoke travels, and what makes the difference between everyone getting out safely and a tragedy. I've seen which fire doors held and which ones failed. I've seen what happens when an escape route is blocked or an alarm isn't heard.
So when I walk around your building, I'm not just checking it against a list. I'm looking at it the way a fire would, and the way the crews arriving to fight it would.
Common sense and pragmatism aren't about cutting corners. Your fire risk assessment still has to meet the law, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the newer requirements brought in by the Building Safety Act. What changes is how we get you there.
We focus on what genuinely matters. Not every issue carries the same risk. We tell you clearly what needs doing now, what can be planned in, and what is simply good practice.
Our recommendations are proportionate. We won't recommend a full new alarm system when a simple, sensible fix will do the job. Every recommendation is based on real risk, not on covering ourselves or selling you something.
We write in plain English. Your report should make sense to you, your staff and your insurer, not just to another assessor. No padding, no jargon for the sake of it.
You get a clear, prioritised action plan. Every finding comes with a priority and a realistic timescale, so you know exactly where to start and can budget for the rest.
We explain as we go. If you're able to walk round with us, we'll talk you through what we're seeing and why. Most clients tell us they learn more in that hour than from any report they've had before.
We know you've got a business to run. That's why we work around you, not the other way round.
We carry out fire risk assessments for a wide range of premises across London and the rest of the UK, including:
Our clients range from small local businesses to well-known organisations including MoneyCorp, Ofcom and Hilton Hotels and Resorts. Whatever the size of your building, you get the same practical, honest approach.
A fire risk assessment isn't just a piece of paper to keep the inspectors happy. Done properly, it protects your people, your property and your livelihood. Done badly, it gives you false confidence, or leaves you spending money in all the wrong places.
The responsible person for a building has a legal duty to make sure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is in place, and that it is carried out by someone competent. Choosing the right assessor is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your premises.
If you want a fire risk assessment that's thorough, practical and easy to act on, from someone who has spent a career dealing with real fires, we'd love to help.
Call us free on 0800 772 0738 or email info@whalefire.co.uk for a no-obligation quote.
Whale Fire. Extinguish the Risk.
To date, Whale Fire have carried out fire safety risk assessments at a number of our premises in central London and also at Gatwick, Southend and Bristol Airports. Richard provides us with a prompt, reliable and efficient service and I would be happy to recommend his services.
MoneyCorp - Ian Silverstone - Facilities & Premises Manager
Whale Fire completed a fire risk assessment and extinguisher installation on our training centre in Southwark. I found their service to be prompt and efficient as well as aware of the needs and restrictions of our site. They were quick to respond to our needs, despite delays from our end, the service was friendly throughout and they replaced only the necessary equipment. The risk assessment itself was detailed and has formed a large part of our on going risk assessments for the site. Construction Youth Trust will unquestionably use Whale Fire again.
Construction Youth Trust - George Dunstall - London & South East Manager
We used Whale Fire for our Fire Risk Assessment and their service was excellent. They took time to understand our business and explained the reasoning behind their recommendations. We will be using Whale Fire again and highly recommend them.
Alfra TV – Helen
Whale Fire Ltd has provided EastendHomes Ltd with a comprehensive batch of Fire Risk Assessments. Each assessment is unique and is site specific. Whale Fire Ltd has worked tirelessly to work within our deadlines offering valuable critic on document layout and fire safety matters. The Fire Risk Assessments are evaluated by our scrutiny panel – which we receive positive feedback. I feel Richard (Whale) is always there to discuss and advise on any matters relating to the Fire Risk Assessments and other fire related issues. His service has been professional and supportive. We are committed to ensure our residents are safe, and that we comply to the RRO(FS) 2005, and with Whale Fire's assistance this is being achieved.
East End Homes (Tower Hamlets) - Keiron Carroll - Housing Officer
We called Whale Fire after having used them for some Fire risk assessments to look at aspects of our testing and extinguishers and found them very professional and helpful with information on Fire alarms and how to test call points etc.
I would recommend them anytime.
Mark Rudling H&S Manager Wilcomatic.
The service from Whale Fire was professional, efficient and thorough. Great value for money for a well qualified and high quality Fire Risk Assessment. Our needs and considerations were taken into account and the assessor conducted a detailed and fair survey without disrupting the day-to-day work of the office. Highly recommended as a professional company.
Amy Johnson - Spectrum Enforcement Support Officer - Ofcom
I required the services of a professional assessor for a fire risk assessment on a new property for use as my private fitness facility. Richard was the first personal to contact me and his professionalism right from the start was excellent. He assisted me step by step through the process and has answered all questions relating to the procedure. Extremely professional - Thank you
Joel – Performance 18 Gym - NW London
Whale Fire are currently carrying out fire risk assessments across our residential portfolio. The reports are all site specific, easy to read and provide clear recommendations when further action is required. Richard (Whale) is both friendly and professional, and always happy to provide further advice when needed. I would not hesitate to recommend his company - they provide clarity and reassurance in a potential minefield for residential landlords.
Anna Nicholls - Marston Properties
We are extremely happy with the service provided by Whale Fire, and in particular the Fire Risk Assessment we were presented with. The service from start to finish has been exemplary and on a professional, knowledgeable, yet friendly level. We requested our Assessment at very short notice and Whale Fire were more than happy to fulfil our request and presented us with an exceptional report which was detailed and clear to understand. We would highly recommend Whale Fire and will be using their services in future".
Stacey – Scaffold UK Limited
Whale Fire were bought in to do a fire risk assessment on our new warehouse. The gentleman that visited our site was professional and most importantly very informative in everything he was explaining.
This helped greatly in guiding us in taking step to ensure our workers are safe. 10/10 - Would use again. Thank you for all the help Richard.
Luke