Definition
Fire prevention encompasses the activities undertaken by fire and rescue services to reduce the risk of fires occurring in homes and the wider community — including home fire safety visits, safe and well checks, education campaigns in schools, and targeted work with vulnerable individuals.
Fire prevention encompasses the activities undertaken by fire and rescue services to reduce the risk of fires occurring in homes and the wider community — including home fire safety visits, safe and well checks, education campaigns in schools, and targeted work with vulnerable individuals.
Requirements for fire prevention in the UK depend on the type of premises and applicable legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and relevant British Standards. The responsible person for a premises must ensure adequate fire safety provisions are in place. The British Fire Consortium can provide guidance — contact our team or search our member directory to find a qualified specialist.
Fire Prevention and Fire Risk Assessment are related fire safety concepts but serve different purposes. See our individual glossary entries for detailed definitions. For expert guidance on which applies to your premises, consult a BFC member company.
The British Fire Consortium offers EAL Level 3 accredited training covering fire safety systems including topics related to fire prevention. Our courses are the only nationally recognised Level 3 qualifications across all fire disciplines. View our training courses or use the member directory to find a qualified trainer near you.
