Desktop review
Scope, methodology, findings and how well the action plan matches the risks.
FRA Review & Validation
Find out whether your assessments stand up
If your fire risk assessments have been carried out by different assessors or contractors over the years, the quality can vary. A weak assessment can leave risks unrecorded, or fill an action plan with work that is not needed.
We review existing assessments against BS 9792:2025, PAS 79-1:2020 and good practice, check a sample of the findings on site, and tell you plainly which reports you can rely on and which need to be redone. The review draws on Danny’s experience as a BAFE SP205-1 validator, quality-checking other assessors’ reports.
Scope
What the review includes
Sample site verification
Visits to a sample of buildings to check the findings match what is there.
Portfolio consistency
Whether risk ratings, review dates and actions are consistent across your buildings.
Assessor competence
Whether there is evidence that each assessor was competent for the premises.
Action plan quality
Whether actions are specific, proportionate and prioritised.
Clear recommendations
Which assessments to keep, which to improve and which to redo.
Who it’s for
Premises and clients
Deliverables
What you receive
- A review of each assessment against BS 9792:2025 or PAS 79-1:2020
- Findings from sample site visits
- A summary across your portfolio
- Recommendations for each assessment
How it works
More about our process From first call to written report
01
Tell us about the property
Share the location, building use and any existing concerns or reports. We agree what needs to be assessed before arranging a visit.
02
Visit and inspect
The visit looks at the premises and relevant fire safety measures. Access and any records needed are agreed with you in advance.
03
Put the findings in writing
The report records what was found, explains the concerns and sets out recommended actions in priority order.
04
Talk through the next steps
Discuss the findings and what they mean for your property, so you know which actions to take forward.
Is this the same as BAFE certification?
No. This is an independent quality review drawing on validator experience. It is not a certification scheme, and Obelisk Fire Safety is not a BAFE-certified company.
Can you redo assessments that fall short?
Yes, if you would like us to. We will tell you which ones need redoing and quote for them separately.
How many buildings do you visit?
We agree a sample size with you, based on the size of your portfolio and how much variation the desktop review finds.
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