Fire Safety & Risk Assessments

Professional fire risk assessments and fire safety support for businesses, landlords, organisations and refurbishment projects.

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Introduction

Protecting people, property and your business through practical fire safety advice and professionally completed Fire Risk Assessments.

Whether you are responsible for a single premises, multiple sites or are overseeing refurbishment works, Thorne Safety & Compliance provides clear, independent fire safety advice that helps you understand your legal responsibilities and achieve practical compliance.

Why Fire Safety Matters

Every business has a legal duty to protect employees, visitors and anyone else who may be affected by a fire.

A suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment is only the starting point. Effective fire safety management requires appropriate procedures, maintenance, staff awareness and regular review to ensure your fire precautions remain suitable as your business changes.

Our role is to help you understand what is required, prioritise improvements and provide practical solutions that work for your organisation.

Why Choose Thorne Safety & Compliance?

Fire safety is one of our specialist areas.

Lee Thorne was honoured to receive the Institute of Fire Safety Managers' Fire Safety Professional of the Year 2025 Commended, in recognition of his contribution to the profession.

Our approach combines technical knowledge with practical experience, helping Responsible Persons understand exactly what they need to do without unnecessary jargon or unrealistic recommendations.

Who is it for?

Hospitality
Hotels
Mobile Catering Businesses
Sporting Clubs - Football, Rugby, Golf Clubs
Manufacturing
Warehousing & Distribution
Retail
Offices
Schools & Education
Charities
Residential & HMOs
Events
Accreditations

Professional Recognition & Memberships

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)

Recognised health & safety training and professional standards, ensuring up-to-date knowledge and best practice.

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (MCIEH)

Recognised professional standards in environmental health, supporting up-to-date knowledge across food safety, public health and regulatory compliance.

Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)

A respected professional body for fire engineering, promoting technical knowledge, competence and best practice in fire safety.

Institute of Fire Safety Managers (MIFSM)

Professional membership supporting high standards in fire safety management, risk assessment and ongoing fire safety competence.

Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce

Local business membership demonstrating community involvement, professional networking and support for businesses across the Sedgemoor area.

What We Do

Fire Safety, Sorted

We provide practical fire safety support for businesses, landlords, project teams and managing agents.

Our work covers Fire Risk Assessments, audits, refurbishment advice, fire safety management and ongoing Responsible Person support.

  • Fire Risk Assessments, reviews, audits and action plans
  • Fire strategy, refurbishment advice and means of escape reviews
  • Fire door inspections, evacuation procedures and retained consultancy support
Who We Support

Support For Every Premises

We work with organisations responsible for managing fire safety across commercial, residential and public-facing premises.

Support is tailored to the building, the people using it and the level of risk involved.


  • Offices, warehouses, manufacturing facilities and commercial premises
  • Restaurants, pubs, hotels, licensed premises, venues and temporary structures
  • Landlords, managing agents, schools, charities, architects and project teams
Issues We Resolve & What We Deliver

Clear Actions, Safer Buildings

We help clients understand what needs attention, prioritise the right actions and put clear fire safety measures in place.

Depending on the site and requirements, this may include assessment reports, audit findings, action plans, management advice and ongoing review support.


  • Out-of-date Fire Risk Assessments, missing records or inadequate fire safety checks
  • Fire door issues, escape route concerns, emergency lighting and alarm management gaps
  • Practical reports, prioritised action plans, evacuation reviews and refurbishment support
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should a Fire Risk Assessment be reviewed?

It should be reviewed regularly and whenever significant changes occur to the premises, occupancy or activities.

Can you complete Fire Risk Assessments for multiple premises?

Yes. We regularly support organisations operating across several sites.

Can you provide ongoing fire safety support after completing the Fire Risk Assessment?

Absolutely. Many clients retain us to help implement recommendations and provide continuing advice.

Fire Safety Training

Train Your Team To Act With Confidence

Fire safety training helps your team understand what to do in an emergency, how to reduce everyday fire risks and how to meet their responsibilities in the workplace.

Thorne Safety & Compliance provides independent advice on the fire safety training your business needs. Some awareness sessions and consultancy-led coaching may be delivered directly, while formal or accredited training is recommended through trusted specialist providers.

Get The Right Training

We help you identify the fire safety training your business actually needs, explain what is legally required, and recommend practical options that suit your team, premises and level of risk, from staff awareness and fire marshal training to evacuation procedures and refresher courses.

Train For Real Emergencies

Well-trained staff play a vital role in effective fire safety management. The right training helps employees recognise hazards, respond calmly in an emergency and understand their responsibilities, while giving your business clear, independent guidance without unnecessary courses.

Not sure what fire safety training your team needs?

Contact us for independent advice and we’ll recommend the most appropriate training solution for your business.

We'd be delighted to discuss your requirements

Whether you require a Fire Risk Assessment, independent fire safety advice or ongoing consultancy support.