Qualified, independent fire risk assessments for businesses, landlords and managing agents across Luton, Dunstable and south Bedfordshire.
Fire risk assessments in Luton
Vigilance Fire Safety carries out fire risk assessments in Luton, Dunstable and south Bedfordshire for commercial premises, HMOs, blocks of flats, hotels, care homes and industrial units. Each assessment meets the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and gives you a written report with a prioritised action plan.
Every assessment is carried out personally by Ray Amoah (ABBE Level 4, DipFRA, MIFSM, FPA).
Get a quote for a fire risk assessment in Luton →
Fire risk assessments we carry out in Luton
- Commercial premises: Offices, shops, warehouses and mixed-use buildings.
- HMOs: Fixed-fee assessments for shared houses and licensable HMOs.
- Blocks of flats: Common parts, structure and flat entrance doors.
- Care homes: Assessments for residential and nursing care settings.
- Hotels, hostels and Airbnbs: Short-stay and serviced accommodation.
- Fire strategy reports: PAS 9980, high-rise strategy and building control work.
Fire safety in Luton: who does what
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service
Enforces the Fire Safety Order for businesses and the common parts of residential buildings in Luton and Dunstable, and can ask to see your fire risk assessment.
Luton Borough Council
Licenses HMOs and deals with housing hazards inside rented homes in Luton. Dunstable and Houghton Regis fall under Central Bedfordshire Council. Check whether mandatory or additional HMO licensing applies to your property.
Hotels and airport-area premises
Hotels, serviced accommodation and parking or logistics sites around the airport have sleeping risk, high turnover of guests and staff working shifts. The assessment covers each of these.
Shared houses and converted flats
Luton has many shared rented houses and houses converted into flats. These need an assessment of shared escape routes, fire separation, fire doors and the alarm system.
Areas we cover around Luton
We work across Luton and the south of Central Bedfordshire. Areas covered include Luton, Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Toddington, Caddington and Barton-le-Clay. If your premises are nearby but not listed, get in touch and we will confirm.
How a fire risk assessment in Luton works
- Quote. Send us the address, the type of building and its size. We confirm the fee before we visit.
- Site visit. Ray Amoah visits your Luton premises and inspects escape routes, fire doors, detection, lighting, compartmentation and management arrangements.
- Written report. You receive a clear report written to PAS 79 with a prioritised action plan.
- Review. Review the assessment at least once a year and after any change to the building, its use or its occupants.
Fire risk assessment in Luton: FAQs
Do you carry out fire risk assessments in Luton?
Yes. Vigilance Fire Safety carries out fire risk assessments in Luton, Dunstable, Houghton Regis and the surrounding area. Every assessment is carried out by Ray Amoah, a qualified fire risk assessor.
Who enforces fire safety law in Luton?
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service enforces the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for non-domestic premises and the common parts of residential buildings. Luton Borough Council deals with HMO licensing and housing hazards inside rented homes in Luton.
Is a fire risk assessment a legal requirement?
Yes. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person for any non-domestic premises, and for the common parts of flats and HMOs, must have a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment, act on its findings and keep it under review. If five or more people work there or the premises are licensed, the significant findings must be recorded in writing.
How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?
The law sets no fixed interval, but the assessment must stay current. Review it at least once a year as good practice, and again after building work, a change of use or occupancy, or a fire incident.
Do you assess hotels and serviced accommodation in Luton?
Yes. Assessments for hotels, guest houses and serviced accommodation cover sleeping risk, escape routes, fire doors, detection and alarms, emergency lighting and staff procedures.
How do I get a quote for a fire risk assessment in Luton?
Send us the address, the type of building and its approximate size through the contact form. We confirm the fee and a visit date before any work starts.
Related pages
- Fire risk assessments in Bedford and Bedfordshire
- Fire risk assessments in St Albans and Harpenden
- Fire risk assessments for hotels, hostels and Airbnbs
Need a fire risk assessment in Luton?
Send us the address and type of building and we will confirm a fee and visit date. Request a quote →
Page last reviewed: 2 October 2026.