Define the commercial premises involved
Explain whether the request concerns a whole building, one occupied unit or a defined part of a larger property. Describe its current use, usual occupancy and any shared access arrangements.
For a proposed change of use or refurbishment, distinguish current conditions from planned work. Mention the project stage and whether an existing assessment is available.
Assessment scope and responsibility
Government fire risk assessment guidance (gov.uk) describes identifying hazards and people at risk, evaluating and reducing risks, recording findings and reviewing the assessment. These are assessment considerations rather than a promise that an enquiry establishes compliance.
Your request should explain which areas you control and where responsibility is shared. Describe any landlord, tenant or facilities management arrangements relevant to access and assessment boundaries.
Prepare the job information
- The premises type and current business activities.
- The areas you want included in the assessment.
- The date and scope of an existing report, if known.
- The changes or concerns prompting the request.
- The access arrangements and preferred timing.
State whether related maintenance or remedial work is already arranged. A short summary is enough for the initial message. Avoid confidential business files and personal details about staff or visitors.
Use the contact form to describe your London commercial assessment requirements and the scope you need to discuss.
