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Fire Risk Assessors

Learn about our Tiered Fire Risk Assessors Register (TFRAR) and how to find a competent assessor

What Is TFRAR?
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What Is TFRAR?

The government recommends that fire risk assessments should be carried out by suitably competent fire professionals. We created the Tiered Fire Risk Assessors Register (TFRAR) as a way to help people locate suitable professionals in their area. We organise the register into tiers, which recognise the different levels of knowledge and competency that each individual currently holds. This ranges from entry level assessors just starting out in their career (Tier 1) through to nationally accredited, highly experienced professionals (Tier 3).

This enables the responsible person / duty holder to locate and select a Fire Risk Assessor who is competent at the prescribed level and is capable of carrying out a Fire Risk Assessment of the premises / workplace or similar establishment. The assessor will be able to identify and record fire risks, as well as carry out audits to verify another person's Fire Risk Assessments.

There are many Fire Risk Assessors who work as competent specialists in a very particular sector of the community e.g. heritage buildings, hospitals and similar, construction sites etc. They operate within a larger ‘generalist’ framework but in order to recognise their specific competence, we offer specialist / sector registration within Tier 2.

Find An Assessor

The Tiered Fire Risk Assessors Register (TFRAR) provides the location and contact details of competent assessors, organised into three tiers which are explained below. They are each marked on Google Maps and you can also view the list of assessors in alphabetical order.

IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have carefully read the disclaimer before viewing the register or selecting an assessor. Whilst you are not expected to be an expert in fire safety yourself, you should nonetheless perform reasonable checks to ensure they are indeed competent.

Tier 1

Entry Level Register

Individuals who are at an early stage in their career as a Fire Risk Assessor and are capable of completing assessments on simple / less complex buildings.

Tier 2

Competent Fire Risk Assessors Register (CFRAR)

Individuals who have been mentored, have completed an examination held by the Institute and have been deemed competent to carry out fire risk assessments on buildings that range from simple / less complex to those that are of medium complexity and normal risk. Some individuals on this Tier may work as competent specialists in a very particular sector, such as heritage buildings.

Tier 3

Nationally Accredited Fire Risk Assessors Register (NAFRAR)

Individuals who are able to carry Fire Risk Assessments on high risk and complex buildings. They have registered through a process that recognises their achievement at the highest available standards for fire risk assessors. Their experience and competency has been successfully examined and tested by an independent third party accreditation / certification scheme.

Disclaimer and conditions of the Tiered Fire Risk Assessor Register (TFRAR)

Please read the following important information carefully if you wish to search for a Fire Risk Assessor. Use of the Register is conditional upon you accepting this Disclaimer.

Users of the Register should note that all procedural aspects of registration of a Fire Risk Assessor are open and transparent. You should read this information to ensure you are familiar with the process and philosophy.

The User of the Register, whether a ‘responsible person’ or a company looking to contract Fire Risk Assessors, should also familiarise themselves with the national guidelines produced by the Fire Sector Federation, A Guide to Choosing a Competent Fire Risk Assessor and the Approved Code of Practice. These documents are also available in the Technical Documents section of this website.

Users of the Register are asked to note the following:

  • The TFRAR is divided into three Tiers, reflecting levels of competence and experience. Each Assessor, whose details appear on the Register, has been required to complete an application form, achieve levels of attainment and provide examples, where appropriate, of previous work carried out by them in their particular field. At Tier 2, a panel appointed by the Institute will have reviewed samples of the Assessor’s work, carried out an examination of competence and interview with the Assessor and if they show they have achieved the level of competence required, then they are admitted to Tier 2 of the Register. (It should be noted that the Institute does not physically visit premises that Assessors have provided advice on, or verify the suitability and veracity of work carried out by Assessor). The Assessors at Tier 2 are reviewed every three years and re-certificated every 5 years when site visits are carried out with the Assessor. Tier 3 reflects the highest level of competence in those Assessors who are registered. All Assessors on Tier 3 have been third party certificated by an independent UKAS accredited or Engineering Council certificated body.
  • The User’s contract is with the Assessor and not with the Institute. The Register provides a basis for assessing the ability to advise, but cannot evaluate or assess the suitability of any advice in relation to any particular situation, given that no agent or employee of the Institute will have been involved in any kind of site specific survey nor have any knowledge of any premises or operations in respect of which an Assessor is asked to advise.
  • It is therefore the responsibility of the User to evaluate the suitability of any Assessor for the selected task, whether assessing risk to people, buildings, business continuity or any combination of these. It is also the responsibility of Users to satisfy themselves with regard to the Assessor’s professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover.
  • Use of this Register is conditional upon the User accepting and confirming the above.
Join The Register

We welcome new applications to join the Register and the process is summarised below. Please refer to our FAQ page and carefully review our Guidance Notes before proceeding with your application.

Apply now

Step 1

Join the IFSM if you are not already a member

Step 2

Select the Tier which matches your level of experience
Tier 1

You are just starting out in your fire risk assessment career and have limited experience. If you have been doing fire risk assessments for some time, this Tier is NOT suitable for you.

Tier 1 - Fast Track

You are still early in your fire risk assessment career but have a little more experience. We will judge your eligibility when you apply for Tier 1. Maximum time on this Fast Track register is 12 months.

Tier 2

You are an experienced Fire Risk Assessor, carrying out less complex / medium complexity assessments, perhaps specialising in a very specific sector. Learn more about the registration options for Tier 2 here.

Tier 3

You are individually validated as a competent Fire Risk Assessor by a third-party accreditation / certification body. You must provide proof that you have been assessed as the validator.

Step 3

Complete the TFRAR application form & upload your supporting documents

You must be a registered IFSM member to login and access the form.

Your Insurance Certificate

Either your own insurance certificate or the company's you work for, if you only do risk assessments for them.

Your CPD Record

Please see our Guidance Notes for CPD here.

Other evidence as set out in the Tier level

For example, scheme / awarding body names and relevant certification details.

Step 4

Pay your application fee

Step 5

On confirmation your application has been successful, pay the annual fee

If you join the Register part way through the calendar year, the fee will be prorated.

Pricing

 

 
  • Tier 1
  • Standard
  • Fast Track
  • Tier 2
  • Standard **
  • Accelerated
  • With Pre Assessment **
  • Stage 1 Only **
  • Non-UK
  • Tier 3
  • Standard
  • Non-UK
Application Fee

  • Standard£45
  • Fast Track£45
  • Standard **£600
  • Accelerated£66
  • With Pre Assessment **£180
  • Stage 1 Only **£250
  • Non-UK£250
  • Standard£66
  • Non-UK£250
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Post Preliminary Fee

  • Standard-
  • Fast Track-
  • Standard **-
  • Accelerated-
  • With Pre Assessment **£510
  • Stage 1 Only **-
  • Non-UK-
  • Standard-
  • Non-UK-
Annual Fee

  • Standard£45
  • Fast Track£45
  • Standard **£70*
  • Accelerated£70*
  • With Pre Assessment **£70*
  • Stage 1 Only **£70*
  • Non-UK£70*
  • Standard£80
  • Non-UK£80

* Periodical review fees of £250

** Includes specialist / sector pods

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