The Osterna Blog
The latest fire safety guidance from our accredited specialists
At Osterna, we provide expert fire safety guidance and compliance support to help you stay ahead of legislation. Browse our latest articles below - from risk assessment advice and regulation updates to practical guidance that makes compliance straightforward.
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A Guide to HMO Fire Risk Assessment Requirements
Many HMO landlords understand they have fire safety responsibilities, but fewer are clear on exactly what the law requires. Misunderstanding those duties can lead to compliance issues, licensing problems, and increased risk to residents. This guide explains the fire risk assessment requirements that apply to HMOs and what landlords and managing agents need to do in practice.
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A Guide to Fire Risk Assessments for Landlords
Not every landlord needs a fire risk assessment, but misunderstanding where the legal duty applies can create significant compliance risks. Discover which properties require an assessment, the legislation involved, and what landlords need to do to meet their fire safety responsibilities.
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What Is the Difference Between a PCFRA and a PEEP?
A Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessment and a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan are often confused, but they are designed to achieve different outcomes. This guide explains the key differences, when each is appropriate, and how they work together to support fire safety within residential buildings.
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Are Fire Door Inspections a Legal Requirement?
Fire doors are one of the most commonly identified defects in residential fire safety inspections and can significantly undermine a building’s compartmentation strategy if left unchecked. This guide explains how often fire doors should be inspected, the legal requirements that apply, who is responsible for compliance, and how housing providers can develop an effective inspection programme across their portfolio.
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Is a Fire Risk Assessment a Legal Requirement?
Fire risk assessments are a key part of residential fire safety compliance. Learn what UK legislation requires and what it means for managing agents and housing providers.
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When Is a Fire Risk Assessment Required for Flats?
Fire risk assessments are a legal requirement for many residential buildings. This guide explains when they apply to flats, what legislation governs them, and what compliance professionals need to know.
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Who Is Responsible for Fire Risk Assessments in a Block of Flats?
Managing fire safety within flats involves clear legal responsibilities. This guide explains who the Responsible Person is and what current fire safety legislation requires.
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What Is a Fire Risk Assessment?
Fire risk assessments are a key part of fire safety compliance within residential buildings. This guide explains what a fire risk assessment includes, why it matters, and what current legislation requires.
Fire Safety
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What Are the 5 Steps of a Fire Risk Assessment?
Not sure whether your building needs a fire risk assessment? This guide explains when fire risk assessments are legally required, who is responsible, and includes a practical checklist to help determine whether your premises fall within scope of fire safety legislation.
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Do I Need a Fire Risk Assessment? Legal Requirements Explained
Not sure whether your building needs a fire risk assessment? This guide explains when fire risk assessments are legally required, who is responsible, and includes a practical checklist to help determine whether your premises fall within scope of fire safety legislation.
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Is a Fire Risk Assessment a Legal Requirement?
Fire risk assessments are a key part of residential fire safety compliance. Learn what UK legislation requires and what it means for managing agents and housing providers.
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When Is a Fire Risk Assessment Required for Flats?
Fire risk assessments are a legal requirement for many residential buildings. This guide explains when they apply to flats, what legislation governs them, and what compliance professionals need to know.
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Who Is Responsible for Fire Risk Assessments in a Block of Flats?
Managing fire safety within flats involves clear legal responsibilities. This guide explains who the Responsible Person is and what current fire safety legislation requires.
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What Is a Fire Risk Assessment?
Fire risk assessments are a key part of fire safety compliance within residential buildings. This guide explains what a fire risk assessment includes, why it matters, and what current legislation requires.
