Local authorities oversee some of the UK’s most varied and heavily used public buildings — from civic centres and libraries to gyms, depots, sheltered housing and community halls. These buildings support essential services and play a central role in community life.
Assured works with councils to ensure their estates remain safe, legally compliant and resilient, helping them meet statutory duties and uphold public trust.
Public buildings serve thousands of residents each week — including children, older adults, and vulnerable individuals. Effective fire safety management keeps people safe and ensures buildings remain welcoming and accessible.
Local authorities must manage fire risk under multiple legal frameworks, including the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 , and Housing Act 2004 (for residential stock). Demonstrating compliance is essential for transparency, accountability and audit readiness.
Council buildings house critical functions such as customer service hubs, registrars, social care teams, archives and operational services. Protecting these facilities ensures continuity for residents who depend on them.
Clear, proactive fire safety management strengthens community confidence by ensuring local services are delivered safely and responsibly.
Offices, depots, housing stock, community buildings and heritage sites each require tailored fire safety strategies.
Public buildings demand clear evacuation plans and accessible escape routes.
From libraries and schools to industrial units and residential blocks—each has unique fire risks.
Older or listed buildings require sensitive fire engineering solutions to meet modern standards.
Social housing portfolios require consistent FRA quality, clear communication with residents, and regular reviews under the new regulatory landscape.
Assured provides BAFE SP205-certified, ISO 9001-accredited services trusted by councils nationwide. We support local authorities with practical, scalable, and cost-effective compliance solutions.
PAS 79 and BS 9792:2025-aligned assessments for:
Development or review of Fire Strategy Plans in accordance with BS 9999 and ADB—including evacuation design, compartmentation audits, travel distances and system integration.
FDIS-qualified inspectors carrying out detailed inspections to LPCB 1197/1271 standards. Essential for housing blocks, HRRBs, sheltered schemes, schools and civic properties.
CPD-accredited training for council staff, housing officers and facilities teams—including legal duties, fire door checks, and managing day-to-day fire safety responsibilities.
Scheduled inspections, audit frameworks, planned maintenance support and long-term compliance monitoring for multi-site local authority estates.
Review your operations, materials, and current safety controls.
Identify dangerous substances and evaluate control systems.
Define zones in line with BS EN 60079 and HSE guidance.
Quantify risks and propose proportionate actions.
Deliver a clear, digital DSEAR report with practical improvement guidance.
Unlike manufacturers or contractors, we are independent and impartial. That means our guidance is always focused on your compliance and safety — never on selling additional products.
We combine technical knowledge with practical experience to deliver impartial, professional, and supportive DSEAR assessments. Our reports provide clarity, confidence, and compliance — ensuring your people, property, and operations remain safe.
Professional insights from our process and fire safety specialists.
A DSEAR assessment identifies and controls risks from dangerous substances that could cause fire, explosion, or corrosion, ensuring compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002.
Any business that stores, handles, or uses flammable or explosive substances — from industrial plants to laboratories and workshops — must complete a suitable and sufficient DSEAR assessment.
HAC defines where explosive atmospheres may occur and the frequency of their presence. Zones 0, 1, and 2 (gases/vapours) and 20, 21, and 22 (dusts) determine the safety controls and equipment requirements.
Every three to five years, or sooner if there are significant changes in materials, processes, or plant layout.
A clear summary of identified hazards, zone maps, photographs, and prioritised recommendations — giving you a practical action plan for compliance.
Create safer communities with Assured.
Our consultants help local authorities manage fire safety across complex property portfolios with confidence and clarity.