Fire Safety Risk Assessments for Shops

Running a retail business comes with many responsibilities, and ensuring the safety of your customers, staff, and premises is one of the most important. At FMSCS, we provide professional Fire Safety Risk Assessments for Shops across the UK, helping retail owners and managers meet legal requirements and maintain a safe, compliant environment.

Shops and retail units face unique fire risks due to high customer footfall, stock storage, electrical equipment, display lighting, and back-of-house operations. A thorough fire safety assessment identifies these hazards, evaluates who may be at risk, and outlines the measures needed to prevent a fire from starting or spreading. Whether you operate a small boutique, a high-street store, a supermarket, or a retail warehouse, FMSCS ensures your shop meets all fire safety obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Our trained assessors carry out a detailed review tailored specifically to the retail sector. This includes:

✔ Identifying fire hazards including stock, packaging, and electrical systems

✔ Assessing risks to staff, customers, contractors, and vulnerable individuals

✔ Reviewing the condition and accessibility of emergency exits and escape routes

✔ Inspecting fire alarms, extinguishers, and detection systems

✔ Evaluating fire safety signage and emergency lighting

✔ Checking staff fire safety training, evacuation procedures, and responsibilities

✔ Assessing storage areas, stockrooms, and waste management practices

✔ Providing a complete written Fire Safety Risk Assessment with clear, practical recommendations

Retail businesses must ensure that escape routes remain clear, exits are unlocked during trading hours, and equipment is properly maintained. Our assessments highlight any issues that could put your shop at risk, giving you a clear plan of action to improve safety and comply with the law.

At FMSCS, we pride ourselves on offering straightforward, reliable advice that helps retail businesses stay safe and legally compliant. Our solutions are always practical, cost-effective, and tailored to the everyday realities of running a shop.

For professional Fire Safety Risk Assessments for Shops, contact FMSCS today on 0121 318 9121 or email info@fmscs.co.uk to book your assessment and protect your retail business.