Business Details
Fire Risk Assessment & Safety Services in Gloucestershire
We are Lawton Fire Consultancy, a team of fire safety professionals dedicated to protecting businesses and organisations from the risks associated with fire. Our expertise stems from decades of combined experience within the Fire and Rescue Service, including senior roles in fire safety enforcement departments. We specialise in delivering comprehensive fire risk assessments, tailored training programmes, and expert consultancy services to ensure compliance with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Our approach combines technical proficiency with practical understanding of fire safety challenges across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and historic properties. With a proven track record in both the private and public sectors, we provide impartial advice, independent audits, and practical solutions that safeguard people, premises, and business continuity.Our services extend across Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, and Birmingham, supporting clients with single properties or multiple portfolios. As former enforcers of fire safety legislation, we uniquely position businesses to avoid legal penalties while fostering a culture of fire safety awareness. Our qualifications include formal fire safety training, a degree in Fire Risk Engineering, and membership in professional institutions such as the Institution of Fire Engineers. We remain committed to demystifying fire safety legislation and empowering organisations to implement effective fire management strategies.
Services
Fire Risk Assessment
Fire Safety Courses
Fire Consultancy
Fire Safety Audits
Social Housing Assessments
Highlights and features
- Experts with 30+ years in Fire and Rescue Service enforcement roles
- Tailored fire safety strategies for multi-site and single-property clients
- Comprehensive assessments covering all regulatory requirements
- Legally compliant training delivered by former fire service instructors
- Proven track record in social housing and commercial sectors
Services
Fire Risk Assessment
Our fire risk assessments identify hazards, evaluate risks to people, and examine existing fire precautions. We assess compliance with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, highlighting problem areas and recommending improvements. Clients receive detailed reports with actionable steps to achieve and maintain legislative compliance.
Fire Safety Courses
We deliver accredited fire safety training including Fire Marshall/Warden, Fire Awareness, and Fire Extinguisher courses. Our programmes ensure legal compliance, improve staff response during emergencies, and incorporate practical demonstrations using real fire extinguishers in controlled environments.
Fire Consultancy
Our consultancy services provide expert guidance on fire safety strategy development, building design compliance, and legislative interpretation. We assist architects, builders, and employers with proactive fire safety planning to prevent costly retrofits and ensure regulatory alignment.
Fire Safety Audits
We conduct independent fire safety audits to verify compliance with statutory requirements. Our process involves reviewing fire safety documentation, inspecting premises, and evaluating management procedures. Clients receive comprehensive reports identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.
Social Housing Assessments
Specialised fire risk assessments for social housing properties ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations. We address unique challenges in residential blocks, sheltered housing, and multi-occupancy buildings while maintaining tenant safety and landlord compliance.
People
Edward Mullen
Founder
Edward Mullen founded Lawton Fire Consultancy after 32 years in the Fire and Rescue Service, including leadership roles in fire safety enforcement. He holds a degree in Fire Risk Engineering and is a Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers.
Questions
What fire safety training courses do you offer?
We provide Fire Marshall/Warden, Fire Awareness, and Fire Extinguisher courses aligned with Regulatory Reform Order 2005 requirements.
How do fire risk assessments benefit my business?
Our assessments identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend improvements to ensure compliance and protect personnel and assets.
Can you help with multiple property portfolios?
Yes, we specialise in managing fire safety compliance for organisations with multiple premises across various sectors.
What happens during a fire safety audit?
We conduct independent reviews of fire precautions, documentation, and management procedures to verify statutory compliance.
Do you cover commercial and industrial properties?
Our services include fire safety solutions for commercial, industrial, storage, healthcare, and historic properties.
