Fire safety guides

To assist you in complying with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the following titles are available to download free from the GOV.UK website.

General guides

Making your small non-domestic premises safe from fire – This guide provides practical advice for owners or managers of small non-domestic premises, such as shops or offices, to comply with fire safety regulations and ensure the safety of occupants.
A guide to making your small paying guest accommodation safe from fire – This guide offers tailored fire safety recommendations for operators of small guest accommodations, like bed and breakfasts, to protect guests and meet legal requirements.
A guide to making your small block of flats safe from fire – This guide helps landlords or managers of small blocks of flats implement fire safety measures to protect residents and comply with regulations.
Fire safety in purpose built blocks of flats – This guide outlines fire safety standards and responsibilities for managing fire risks in purpose-built blocks of flats, ensuring resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Housing Fire Safety (LACoRS) – This guide, developed by LACoRS, provides comprehensive fire safety guidance for residential properties, particularly focusing on shared housing (Houses of Multiple Occupation) and landlord responsibilities.
Fire Safety in Specialised Housing – This guide addresses fire safety requirements for specialised housing, such as sheltered or supported living accommodations, to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents.

Fire safety risk assessment guides

Other guidance

Fire safety in houses or flats used for childminding

There is a recently updated protocol in place between OFSTED and fire & rescue authorities which fully explains our working relationship and our roles: Protocol between Ofsted and fire rescue authorities – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)