The Competency Framework for Fire Risk Assessors: The Practicalities

With increasing scrutiny on fire safety competence and a growing emphasis on demonstrable skills, knowledge and experience, understanding the Competency Framework for Fire Risk Assessors has never been more important.

Join Mark Forsbrook, Technical Team Leader, as he explores the purpose and practical application of the framework, including the regulatory drivers behind its introduction and its role in shaping the future of the profession. The session will examine how the framework supports competency, professional development, and quality assurance, helping individuals and organisations demonstrate consistent standards across the fire safety sector.

What we'll cover

• The background to the framework's introduction
• Regulatory drivers and industry expectations
• Key features of the framework
• Benefits and limitations
• Qualifications, accreditations and career pathways
• Internal quality assurance and maintaining standards
• Future implications for fire risk assessors and employers

Who should attend?

• Fire risk assessors
• Fire safety managers
• Housing providers
• Compliance professionals
• Building owners
• Anyone involved in procuring, managing, or delivering fire risk assessments

Discover how the Competency Framework can support professional development, demonstrate competence, and help raise standards across the fire safety sector.