Types of Fire Risk Assessment: Which Does Your Building Need?

From Type 1 non-destructive to Type 4 fully destructive — understanding which assessment is appropriate.. Fire Risk Assessment Types PAS 79 1:2020 defines the scope levels for fire risk assessments. Comparison Type Scope Destructive? When Used Type 1 Common areas only No Standard residential blocks Type 2 Common areas + sample flats No Buildings with known issues Type 3 Common areas + sample flats Yes (sampling) Post cladding concerns Type 4 All areas Yes (extensive) High risk buildings, pre remediation When to Upgrade Post fire incident requiring thorough investigation Suspected compartmentation breaches Unknown external wall construction HRB registration requiring safety case Insurance requirement for comprehensive assessment For fire risk assessment services, contact us.