Case Study: Fire Safety Risk Management Solution for an International Consultancy

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Case Study: Fire Safety Risk Management Solution for an International Consultancy

Posted on 21 July 2025

Background

A leading international environment and engineering consultancy urgently required an experienced Fire Safety Consultant to deliver Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) across office spaces and data centres for a global software client.

The project required immediate results and compliance with strict regulatory timelines.

The Challenge

The client faced a critical need for a highly skilled fire safety professional who could manage multiple sites independently, meet tight deadlines, and ensure compliance with complex fire safety regulations.

The role demanded proven expertise in delivering FRAs within corporate, low-risk environments, while also requiring the candidate to integrate seamlessly and make an immediate impact to maintain project continuity.

The Solution

We provided a Level 4 Diploma-qualified Fire Risk Assessor with over 20 years of experience. The candidate successfully:

  1. Conducted Type 1-4 FRAs and compartmentation surveys.

  2. Delivered concise, actionable reports to ensure compliance.

  3. Advised on evolving regulations, including The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

  4. Supported stakeholders with tailored fire safety strategies.

The Results

  1. All FRAs were delivered on time across multiple sites.

  2. Clear, practical recommendations were implemented to mitigate fire risks.

  3. Improved regulatory compliance, strengthening stakeholder confidence.

  4. Enhanced project continuity without disruption.

Why Irwin and Colton?

We quickly provided a highly qualified Fire Risk Assessor with the skills and experience to deliver on this project’s specific requirements.

Our focus on understanding the client’s needs ensured the right candidate was in place to meet tight deadlines, deliver compliance, and maintain project continuity.

Contact Us

For tailored hiring solutions and expert insights, contact:

Oscar Dale – Consultant (Contract & Interim)

T: 01923 432673

E: oscar.dale@irwinandcolton.com

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