Fire risk assessments are not one-off documents. We explain the legal review frequency and the trigger events that require immediate reassessment.. The Legal Position The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the Responsible Person to make a "suitable and sufficient" fire risk assessment and to review it regularly . But it does not specify a fixed review period. Recommended Review Frequencies Annual Review (Minimum) Most fire safety guidance recommends annual review as a minimum for: Offices and commercial premises Retail premises Industrial and warehouse buildings Educational establishments Six Monthly Review More frequent review is recommended for: Sleeping accommodation (hotels, care homes, hostels) High occupancy venues (theatres, stadiums) Higher risk buildings under the Building Safety Act Premises with significant fire history Continuous Monitoring Higher risk buildings under the Building Safety Act require: Ongoing assessment as part of the safety case Real time recording of changes affecting fire safety Golden Thread documentation updated continuously Trigger Events Requiring Immediate Review 1. Change of Use Any change in how the building is used: Office to residential conversion Change in manufacturing process New storage arrangements Introduction of sleeping accommodation 2. Structural Alterations Removal or creation of walls New openings in fire rated elements Changes to means of escape routes Installation of new services through compartment walls 3. Change in Occupancy Significant increase in number of occupants Introduction of vulnerable persons Change in occupant demographics New tenants with different risk profiles 4. Fire or Near Miss Incident Any fire, no matter how small False alarm investigation revealing vulnerabilities Near miss events Fires in similar buildings elsewhere 5. Enforcement Action Fire service enforcement notice Prohibition notice Alterations notice Informal recommendations from inspecting officers 6. Legislative Changes New regulations or amendments Updated guidance documents New British Standards Sector specific guidance updates 7. Other Triggers Insurance requirements or recommendations Complaints from occupants or employees Changes in staffing levels or patterns Introduction of new equipment or processes Documentation Requirements Every review must be documented, recording: Date of review Reason for review (scheduled or triggered) Findings and any changes to the assessment Updated action plan with priorities and timescales Name and qualifications of the reviewer For fire risk assessment reviews, contact Magnus Opifex.