Managing agents and property managers · Midlands
Fire risk assessments for managing agents and blocks of flats
Clear, Proportionate Risk Management
Independent fire risk assessments for shared areas and multi-occupied buildings, with clear findings that make it easier to oversee fire safety across more than one property.
Share your building type and postcode so we can provide a quote tailored to your premises.
Managing agents and property managers
Why managed buildings need particular attention
Managing fire safety across several buildings requires clear responsibilities, consistent records and practical priorities. Apex provides independent findings to support owners, freeholders and managing agents.
Shared areas
Stairs, corridors, lobbies, bin stores, plant rooms and lift areas are shared. Their condition and use affect everyone in the building.
Several responsible parties
Fire safety duties may involve several parties. Clear responsibilities and co-ordination help owners, management companies and agents address the findings effectively.
Records and follow-up
Assessments, actions and checks need to be recorded so they can be followed up and shown to others when asked.
Resident communication
Residents need clear, simple information about what to do in a fire and what they must not do, such as storing items in escape routes.
What an assessment can cover
What an assessment of a managed building can cover
Each assessment reflects the building’s layout, use and occupants. Areas considered may include:
- Shared stairs, corridors and entrance areas, including escape routes and exits
- Flat entrance doors and fire doors in shared areas
- Detection, alarm and emergency lighting arrangements where fitted
- Storage, bin areas, mobility scooters and other items kept in shared spaces
- Risks arising from building work, alterations or changes of use
- Management arrangements, records and how actions are followed up
How Apex approaches it
Independent and proportionate
Apex provides independent assessments and practical recommendations tailored to your premises. As a consultancy, Apex does not carry out installation or remedial work.
Understand the premises
The assessment considers the building, its occupants, day-to-day use and existing fire safety arrangements.
Explain the risks
Significant findings are explained in plain language, with the reasons for each recommendation.
Prioritise action
Prioritised recommendations help you plan appropriate action and focus on the most significant risks.
A quote for your premises
Your quote reflects the size, use and complexity of the premises and the assessment required.
Questions
Questions about fire risk assessments for managing agents
Short answers to common questions. If yours is not here, call or email Apex.
Can you assess several buildings in one portfolio?
Yes. Apex can agree a consistent assessment approach across several buildings. Share the number, locations and types of premises so the requirements and quote can be confirmed.
How can the findings support our property management team?
Reports explain the significant findings and recommended actions for each building, helping your team set priorities and keep records of the action taken.
Does the assessment cover inside individual flats?
The scope is agreed before the visit. For blocks of flats, it typically includes shared areas and relevant fire safety features, such as flat entrance doors. Any access to individual flats will be discussed in advance.
Need fire risk assessments for managed buildings?
Share a few details about your building and what you need. Apex will confirm the scope and provide a quote.