Fire risk assessments as part of Hard Services
Fire safety in accommodation and academic spaces is non-negotiable. At PfP Students, our fire risk assessment service goes beyond compliance - giving you confidence that your buildings are safe, your responsibilities are met, and your Students, Customers, Colleagues, and Communities are protected.
Why fire risk assessments matter
Student and academic facilities present unique fire safety challenges: high occupancy, shared spaces, and round-the-clock use. A robust fire safety strategy is essential to:
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Protect Students, Customers, and Colleagues living and working in your buildings
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Meet your legal obligations under the Fire Safety Order 2005
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Identify risks before they become incidents
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Minimise disruption to operations and reputation
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Provide assurance to universities, parents, and stakeholders
What our service includes
Our fire risk assessment service is tailored to the realities of student accommodation and academic estates. Working with trusted sub-contractors, we provide:
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Comprehensive building surveys – full inspections of communal areas, bedrooms, kitchens, offices, and plant rooms.
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Risk identification and evaluation – clear reporting of hazards with prioritised actions to address them.
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Fire safety equipment checks – review of alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and suppression systems.
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Evacuation planning – assessment of signage, escape routes, and muster points to ensure safe evacuation.
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Ongoing compliance support – advice and scheduling of re-assessments to keep you aligned with legislation.
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Colleague training recommendations – guidance on awareness, drills, and responsibilities for on-site teams.
Our reports are clear, actionable, and aligned with industry standards, making it simple to manage risk across your portfolio.
Fire safety as part of a bigger picture
Fire risk assessments are not a standalone service. They form part of the wider support PfP Students provides:
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Our full Student Property Management service for purpose-built student accommodation
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Our Facilities Management service for academic spaces, available as Hard Services, Soft Services, or combined within a Total Facilities Management package
By choosing PfP Students, you partner with a specialist who understands that accommodation and academic facilities are Communities, where safety, wellbeing, and experience come first.