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    Hedley Ritchie Fire Safety Consultant

    Professional Fire Safety Expertise for Your Business

    Hedley Ritchie provides professional Fire Safety Consultancy and Fire Safety Training services to businesses throughout South West England. With decades of frontline experience, we support organisations in meeting their legal responsibilities and maintaining high standards of fire safety in the workplace.

    Our Core Services

    • Fire Risk Assessments tailored to your premises
    • Fire Safety Consultancy and compliance advice
    • Fire Safety Training delivered at your workplace
    • On site fire extinguisher training
    • Fire warden training
    • Staff training for factories offices and shops
    • Free over the phone advice for clients on request

    Our Services

    Fire Safety Training

    Practical and engaging Fire Safety Training delivered at your workplace.

    We provide fire warden training, on site fire extinguisher training and staff training for factories offices and shops, ensuring your team understands their responsibilities and can respond confidently in an emergency.

    Fire Safety Consultancy

    Expert Fire Safety Consultancy designed to help you navigate current fire safety legislation.

    We offer clear, practical advice to support Fire Risk Compliance and ensure your business meets its legal duties for fire safety in the workplace.

    Fire Risk Assessments

    Comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments carried out by an experienced and fully qualified assessor.

    We examine all aspects of fire safety within your premises and provide a detailed report with straightforward recommendations to keep you compliant and fully covered.

    Fire Safety Training in South West England

    Why Choose Hedley Ritchie Fire Safety Consultant

    When it comes to fire safety in the workplace, experience and accuracy matter. Hedley Ritchie provides professional, knowledgeable and reliable support to businesses across South West England.

    • Over 30 years of experience in fire safety
    • 15 years specialising in Fire Risk Assessments and consultancy
    • Former Training Officer delivering practical fire safety instruction
    • Three years as a Fire Risk Assessor with Somerset County Council
    • Fully qualified and fully covered for professional and public liability
    • Clear practical guidance to ensure full Fire Risk Compliance
    • Fire Safety Training tailored to factories offices and shops
    • Friendly professional and informative service
    • Free over the phone advice available to clients on request

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Under current fire safety legislation, the responsible person is usually the employer, business owner, landlord or anyone in control of the premises. They are legally required to ensure suitable Fire Risk Assessments are carried out and that fire safety in the workplace is properly managed.

    Yes. Most non domestic premises in England are legally required to have a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment. This must be reviewed regularly and updated when significant changes occur within the business or premises.

    A Fire Risk Assessment should be reviewed regularly and whenever there are changes such as alterations to the building, changes in staff numbers, new equipment, or a change in how the premises are used.

    A professional Fire Risk Assessment involves identifying fire hazards, assessing the level of risk to people, reviewing existing fire safety measures and providing clear practical recommendations to improve Fire Risk Compliance where necessary.

    Training requirements depend on the type of business and level of risk. Many workplaces require Fire Safety Training for all staff, with additional fire warden training for designated responsible persons. On site fire extinguisher training is often recommended to give staff practical confidence.

    Most Fire Safety Training courses can be delivered in a few hours depending on the size of your team and the depth of training required. Training is delivered at your premises to minimise disruption to your business.

    Services are primarily delivered across South West England. If you are unsure whether your location is covered, you can contact us to discuss your requirements.

    Yes. Hedley Ritchie Fire Safety Consultant is fully covered for professional and public liability, giving you confidence that you are working with a qualified and responsible provider.

    The cost depends on the size and complexity of your premises. You can contact us for a clear and transparent quotation based on your specific requirements.