A clear and robust fire strategy is a critical part of protecting people, property, and business continuity. Whether you’re managing a school, healthcare facility, office building, or large commercial site, your fire strategy lays the foundation for all other fire safety measures.
At Hoyles Fire & Safety, our experienced fire strategy consultants deliver tailored documentation that not only supports legal compliance, but also helps you reduce risk, plan more effectively, and recover more quickly after a fire-related incident.
We’re part of the LS Fire Group, meaning we combine nationwide coverage with expert local service. We work closely with clients to ensure fire strategies are not only compliant, but practical, achievable, and aligned with their wider safety goals.
What is a fire strategy?
A fire strategy is a formal document that defines how fire safety is managed across your building. It outlines how a fire could start and spread, identifies key areas of risk, and sets out the systems, controls, and evacuation procedures needed to protect life and property.
Your fire strategy report should complement your fire risk assessment and business continuity plan, and it plays a key role in helping you meet the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
An up-to-date fire strategy also includes a detailed drawing of your building’s layout, showing fire compartments, escape routes, detection zones, and other fire safety features. This is especially important when planning or carrying out passive fire protection works, extensions, or refurbishments.
Why a fire strategy matters
A properly documented fire strategy helps you plan for safety, demonstrate compliance, and respond effectively to emergencies. It provides a clear overview of how fire safety is designed into the building – whether that’s through compartmentation, smoke control, fire alarm systems, or means of escape.
Having a fire strategy in place also helps:
- Reduce the spread of fire and smoke
- Support compliant system design during refurbishments or new builds
- Align with your ongoing fire risk management and maintenance plans
- Provide clarity during inspections, audits, or insurance reviews
Without a valid fire strategy, making informed fire safety decisions becomes difficult, especially when multiple stakeholders or building users are involved.
When should you update your fire strategy report?
A fire strategy report should be reviewed whenever your building undergoes significant changes, such as layout alterations, a change in use, or increased occupancy. It’s also good practice to review your strategy annually alongside your fire risk assessment to ensure everything remains aligned and up to date.
You may need a new or updated report if:
- Your current documentation is incomplete or outdated
- You’re undertaking a refurbishment or fit-out
- You’re planning passive fire protection works
- A fire risk assessor or insurer has requested a review
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Our fire strategy consultancy services
At Hoyles Fire & Safety, we take a practical and compliant approach to fire strategy development. Our fire strategy consultants assess the design, layout, and usage of your building to create a report that’s tailored, easy to understand, and aligned with UK regulations.
We’ll begin with a site survey or plan review before producing a detailed fire strategy report, complete with supporting drawings where required. Our reports are suitable for use by building control, fire risk assessors, maintenance teams, and contractors, providing a consistent reference point for all your fire safety planning.
All fire strategy documentation is developed in line with:
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- PAS 79-1: Fire Risk Assessment – Premises Other Than Housing
- UK Building Regulations and Approved Documents
If required, we also provide ongoing consultancy support to help you implement or update fire safety measures identified in your strategy.
If you need to create or update a fire strategy for your building, we can help. Our fire strategy consultants will guide you through the process and deliver a report that supports your compliance, planning, and long-term fire protection needs. Be sure to contact us today to arrange a consultation or speak to our team.
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