The Government has issued a Consultation on proposals to strengthen We are seeking views on proposals to strengthen the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and improve compliance.
Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 1 Report requires a change in law to place new requirements on building owners or managers of multi-occupied residential buildings, (mainly high-rise buildings)
In addition, some other aspects are interesting:
- aim to strengthen how building control bodies consult with Fire and Rescue Authorities including the provision of fire safety related information
- enhance fire risk assessments and record the identity of the responsible person for all buildings
- introduce competence requirements for fire risk assessors
- improve resident’s rights to access the safety information of their buildings
- increase penalties for offences
- fire and rescue services to charge fees for enforcement activity like HSE and FFI (Fee for Intervention)
Full details can be viewed https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/fire-safety
