The Competency Council for Fire Risk Assessors is an open group which has emerged from the fire sector (involving fire services and other bodies). It has recently published a recommended list of essential skills for persons to be of a minimum level of competence in fire risk assessments. The 9 levels of competence are listed below.

• the assessment of risk from fire
• applicable legislation
• appropriate guidance
• behaviour of fire in buildings
• behaviour of people in fire situations
• means of escape
• fire prevention
• fire protection
• management of fire safety

The Safety Organisation Ltd is well qualified and experienced in respect of each of the features and more... for instance, Civil Contingencies (emergency planning).