Fire Safety Consultancy Services
Fire safety consultancy services protect your business, employees, and customers from fire hazards. Phoenix STS provides comprehensive fire safety consultancy including PAS 79-1:2020 fire risk assessments, fire safety management systems, evacuation planning, fire door inspections, and regulatory compliance support. Our BEng qualified fire engineers help businesses across Ireland meet their legal obligations under the Fire Services Act 1981. Professional indemnity insured.
Fire Safety Consultancy Services Ireland
Fire safety consultancy services are essential for protecting lives, property, and business continuity. Under the Fire Services Act 1981 and Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, persons in control of premises must take all reasonable measures to prevent fire and ensure safe evacuation.
Phoenix STS provides independent, expert fire safety consultancy services tailored to your premises and operations. We identify fire hazards, assess risks, develop control measures, and support ongoing compliance. Our recommendations are practical, cost-effective, and focused solely on safety.
🔥 Legal Requirement: Fire Safety Management
The Fire Services Act 1981 requires persons in control of premises to take all reasonable measures for fire safety. This includes conducting fire risk assessments, implementing control measures, maintaining fire safety systems, and ensuring occupants can evacuate safely.
Failure to comply can result in enforcement notices, prosecution, and personal liability for directors and managers. Professional fire safety consultancy helps you meet these obligations.
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Our Fire Safety Consultancy Services
Phoenix STS provides a comprehensive range of fire safety consultancy services:
🔥 Fire Risk Assessments
PAS 79-1:2020 compliant fire risk assessments identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and recommending control measures. Suitable for all commercial, industrial, and public buildings.
🏥 Healthcare Fire Risk Assessments
Specialist PAS 79-1 fire risk assessments for nursing homes and designated centres, addressing HIQA Regulation 28 requirements and vulnerable resident considerations.
📋 Evacuation Planning
Development of emergency evacuation procedures, fire drill programmes, Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs), and fire warden arrangements.
🗺️ Evacuation Plan Drawings
ISO 23601:2009 compliant evacuation plan drawings showing escape routes, fire equipment locations, and assembly points for display throughout your premises.
🚪 Fire Door Inspections
BS 8214:2016 compliant fire door inspections checking door leaves, frames, seals, ironmongery, and self-closing devices. Detailed reports with prioritised recommendations.
📊 Fire Safety Audits
Comprehensive audits of your fire safety management system, checking compliance with legislation, policy implementation, training records, and maintenance programmes.
Why You Need Fire Safety Consultancy Services
⚖️ Legal Compliance
The Fire Services Act 1981 places legal duties on persons in control of premises. Non-compliance can result in enforcement notices, prosecution, fines, and personal liability for directors.
🛡️ Life Safety
Fire kills. Professional fire safety consultancy identifies hazards and implements controls that protect employees, customers, visitors, and residents. Prevention is always better than response.
🏢 Business Continuity
Many businesses never recover from a serious fire. Fire safety consultancy protects your premises, equipment, stock, and data, safeguarding business continuity and your livelihood.
💼 Insurance Requirements
Insurers expect adequate fire safety measures. Fire risk assessments and compliance records support insurance applications, influence premiums, and are essential for claims.
📋 Competent Person Requirement
Fire risk assessments must be conducted by a competent person. Our BEng qualified fire engineers have the training, experience, and knowledge to conduct thorough assessments.
🔄 Ongoing Support
Fire safety is not a one-off exercise. We provide ongoing support including annual reviews, updated assessments when premises change, and advice when you need it.
Healthcare Fire Safety Consultancy Services
Phoenix STS specialises in fire safety consultancy for healthcare facilities including nursing homes, residential care centres, and designated centres under HIQA regulation:
🏥 Nursing Home Fire Safety Compliance: Comprehensive EMS packages combining fire risk assessments, documentation, staff training, and ongoing support. Essential, Advanced, and Complete Care options available.
🔥 Nursing Home Fire Risk Assessment: PAS 79-1:2020 assessments specifically for designated centres, addressing HIQA Regulation 28 requirements and vulnerable resident evacuation.
📋 Healthcare Evacuation Planning: Progressive horizontal evacuation strategies, compartment evacuation procedures, and PEEPs for residents with mobility or cognitive impairments.
🎓 Nursing Home Fire Safety Training: CPD-certified staff training covering fire prevention, detection, evacuation procedures, and use of fire-fighting equipment.
📊 Emergency Management Systems: Complete fire safety and health & safety management systems for nursing home groups and individual facilities.
Our Fire Safety Consultancy Services Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your requirements, premises type, occupancy, and any specific concerns. We explain our services and recommend the most appropriate approach for your situation.
Site Visit and Assessment
Our fire engineer visits your premises to conduct a thorough assessment. We examine fire hazards, existing controls, means of escape, fire detection and warning systems, fire-fighting equipment, and management arrangements.
Report and Recommendations
We provide a detailed written report including findings, risk ratings, and prioritised recommendations. Reports are clear, practical, and actionable, with timescales for addressing identified issues.
Implementation Support
We can assist with implementing recommendations, developing policies and procedures, arranging training, and sourcing contractors for remedial works. We ensure you understand what needs to be done and why.
Review and Ongoing Support
Fire risk assessments should be reviewed regularly and updated when significant changes occur. We offer annual review services and ongoing consultancy support to maintain your compliance.
Legislative Framework for Fire Safety Consultancy Services
Fire safety consultancy helps you comply with multiple pieces of Irish legislation:
- Fire Services Act 1981 (as amended): Requires persons in control of premises to take all reasonable measures for fire safety, including fire risk assessment, provision of means of escape, fire detection, and fire-fighting equipment.
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005: Requires employers to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures including fire safety arrangements and emergency procedures.
- General Application Regulations 2007: Part 2, Chapter 1 details requirements for emergency procedures, evacuation arrangements, and fire-fighting measures.
- Building Control Regulations Part B: Fire safety design requirements for new buildings and material alterations affecting means of escape, compartmentation, and fire service access.
- HIQA Regulation 28: Fire safety requirements for designated centres including nursing homes, requiring fire risk assessments, staff training, and evacuation procedures.
⚠️ Professional Indemnity Insurance
All Phoenix STS fire safety consultancy services are covered by comprehensive professional indemnity insurance. This protects your organisation and provides assurance that our work meets professional standards. Certificates available on request.
Why Choose Phoenix STS for Fire Safety Consultancy Services
✅ BEng Qualified Fire Engineers: Our team includes degree-qualified fire engineers with extensive experience in fire safety consultancy across all sectors.
✅ PAS 79-1:2020 Compliant: Our fire risk assessments follow the latest PAS 79-1:2020 methodology, the recognised standard for fire risk assessment in the UK and Ireland.
✅ Healthcare Specialists: We have particular expertise in nursing home and healthcare fire safety, including HIQA Regulation 28 compliance.
✅ Practical Recommendations: Our reports provide clear, actionable recommendations with realistic timescales and cost-effective solutions.
✅ Nationwide Coverage: We serve clients throughout Ireland from our Longford base, from small businesses to large organisations.
✅ CPD-Certified Training: We complement our consultancy with CPD-certified fire safety training for your staff.
✅ Professional Indemnity Insured: Full PI cover for your peace of mind.
Fire Safety Consultancy Services for All Sectors
Phoenix STS provides fire safety consultancy services for premises of all types:
🏢 Offices
🏭 Industrial
🏨 Hotels
🏫 Schools
🏥 Healthcare
🛒 Retail
🍽️ Hospitality
🏛️ Public Buildings
Fire Safety Consultancy Services FAQs
Do I need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The Fire Services Act 1981 requires persons in control of premises to take all reasonable measures for fire safety. A fire risk assessment is the foundation of fire safety management, identifying hazards and determining appropriate control measures. All workplaces should have a documented fire risk assessment.
How often should fire risk assessments be reviewed?
Fire risk assessments should be reviewed regularly and updated when significant changes occur. As a guide, annual reviews are recommended for most premises. Reviews should also occur after any building alterations, changes in use, fire incidents, or changes in occupancy levels.
Who can conduct a fire risk assessment?
Fire risk assessments must be conducted by a competent person with adequate training, knowledge, and experience. For simple premises, this may be the employer or a trained employee. For complex premises or those with vulnerable occupants, a professional fire safety consultant is recommended.
What is PAS 79-1:2020?
PAS 79-1:2020 is the published document providing guidance on fire risk assessment methodology. It replaced PAS 79:2012 and provides a systematic approach to identifying fire hazards, evaluating risks, and recommending control measures. Phoenix STS fire risk assessments follow this methodology.
Do you provide fire safety training?
Yes. We offer a full range of on-site fire safety courses and online fire safety courses with CPD certification, including fire warden training, fire extinguisher training, and specialist healthcare fire safety training.
Do you work with nursing homes?
Yes. Phoenix STS has particular expertise in healthcare fire safety. We offer specialist services for nursing homes including Nursing Home Fire Safety Compliance packages, HIQA Regulation 28 compliant fire risk assessments, and CPD-certified nursing home fire safety training.
How much do your services cost?
Pricing depends on premises size, complexity, and the services required. We provide competitive quotations tailored to your specific requirements. Contact us for a no-obligation quotation.
What areas of Ireland do you cover?
Phoenix STS provides fire safety consultancy services nationwide across Ireland. We are based in Longford with easy access to all regions. Our consultants regularly work with clients throughout Leinster, Munster, Connacht, and Ulster.
Related Fire Safety Services
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Fire Safety Training Courses
Complement your fire safety consultancy with staff training:
We offer a full range of on-site fire safety courses and online fire safety courses with CPD certification, including fire warden training, fire extinguisher training, and specialist nursing home fire safety training.
View upcoming public course dates: events.phoenixsts.ie
Protect Your Business. Meet Legal Requirements. Safeguard Lives.
Professional fire safety consultancy is an investment in protection. Don’t wait for an incident or enforcement action to address fire safety.
Contact Phoenix STS today for a quotation. Expert consultancy. Nationwide service. Professional indemnity insured.
Page updated: January 2026
