Establish mandatory fire risk assessor accreditation
That the government establish a system of mandatory accreditation to certify the competence of fire risk assessors by setting standards for qualification and continuing professional development and such other measures as may be considered necessary or desirable. We think it necessary for an accreditation system to be mandatory in order to ensure the competence of all those who offer their services as fire risk assessors. (133.41)
- The government's annual report stated a consultation on fire risk assessor competence accreditation is launching early 2026, proposing mandatory UKAS-accredited certification body verification (Annual Report on Progress, MHCLG, February 2026).
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AcceptedThe government accepts this recommendation. We will legislate to make it a mandatory requirement for fire risk assessors to have the competence to perform this critical role independently verified by a UKAS-accredited Certification Body.
Progress Timeline
Fire risk assessor competence accreditation system consultation launching early 2026, proposing mandatory UKAS-accredited Certification Body verification. Consultation establishes common competence standards and profession pathway development supporting consistently high competency standards.