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Care Home Fire Safety Services

Care home fire safety services are accredited solutions that protect residents, staff, and visitors in residential care environments. They ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and reduce fire risk. Our fire safety solutions protect vulnerable individuals living in residential care homes, nursing homes, and day care centres.

At Firelink, we understand the challenges managers and employers face in maintaining safety in care homes. From ensuring evacuation for residents who require carer assistance to maintaining fire safety equipment, our accredited and certified teams help you stay compliant while protecting those in your care.

Request a fire safety quote today to protect vulnerable residents and stay fully compliant with UK regulations. Email admin@fire-link.co.uk or call to get started.

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Our Range of Fire Safety Services

Care homes present unique risks. With residents, complex layouts, oxygen use, and electrical medical devices, fire safety in care environments requires tailored solutions. Firelink offers a full-service package covering every aspect of fire protection.

Fire Risk Assessment in Care Homes

A care home fire risk assessment is the foundation of fire safety. We assess the building, identify hazards, and recommend proportionate control measures in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.




  • Every assessment follows PAS 79 guidance and is accredited under BAFE SP205.




  • Our reports highlight practical Action Plan steps such as improved escape signage, better compartmentation, or replacing worn fire doors.




  • Regular fire risk assessment reviews ensure the information stays accurate as new care homes open, layouts change, or resident needs increase.




In residential care, many residents may not be able to evacuate independently. That’s why risk assessments also consider staff training, the need for evacuation aids, and how quickly fire spread could affect safe routes.

Fire Doors and Compartmentation

Passive fire protection, like care home fire doors, is essential in slowing the spread of fire through care homes. They create safe zones, giving vulnerable people and care home staff more time to reach safety.




  • Firelink is BMTRADA accredited to inspect, maintain and install fire doors in care homes.




  • We carry out detailed fire door inspections to identify gaps, missing intumescent strips and smoke seals, or damage which may reduce fire resistance.




  • Compartmentation surveys ensure walls, floors, and ceilings meet building regulations and maintain integrity and fire protection.




In a residential treatment unit, a single poorly maintained fire door can allow smoke to spread into escape routes within minutes. Correctly fitted and regularly maintained doors keep residents protected while staff respond.

Fire Extinguishers and Fire Alarm Systems

Equipment must be in working order when it’s needed most. We provide supply, installation, and maintenance of extinguishers and alarm systems tailored for safety in care homes.




  • Fire extinguishers are selected to match risks, from kitchens to laundry rooms with regular washing equipment.




  • Alarm systems are designed for large non-domestic residential premises, ensuring early detection across every floor.




  • Maintenance schedules keep equipment reliable, with clear records available for inspections.




In nursing facilities, where oxygen cylinders or mobility devices may be present, having the correct extinguishers positioned nearby is a critical part of fire safety measures. Firelink’s accredited engineers ensure every piece of equipment is maintained to the highest standard.

Care Home Fire Safety Training

Staff response is as important as equipment. Firelink offers fire safety training, giving managers confidence that their teams can act quickly and responsibly.




  • Care home fire training covers evacuation of residents, the use of extinguishers, and understanding fire safety responsibilities.




  • Training can be tailored to specific premises, whether residential care homes or addiction services care homes.




  • Fire safety training is refreshed regularly to keep knowledge up to date.




When an alarm activates, care staff must know who to assist first, ensure all fire doors are closed, and where to safely assemble vulnerable people. Training ensures these essential steps are second nature.

Book accredited fire safety training and give your staff the confidence to manage emergencies safely and responsibly.

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FAQs About Fire Safety For Care Homes 

Fire safety in care is a specialist area, and facility coordinators often have specific questions. Below are clear answers based on current industry guidance. These answers provide general guidance and don’t replace a site-specific fire risk assessment.

Senior staff are responsible for ensuring their premises comply with safety regulations. This includes keeping records of fire risk assessments, arranging maintenance for fire doors and fire alarms, and making sure care staff complete accredited training. These responsibilities apply to all care homes, from residential care homes to day care and nursing care homes.

A care home fire risk assessment should be reviewed at least every 12 months, or more frequently if there are changes to the building or the type of residents. Newer care homes may require updated control measures if they accommodate vulnerable patients with higher support needs. 

Accredited assessors ensure risk assessment reports are practical and aligned with current statutes and regulations . The responsible person/duty holder must ensure the findings are implemented and kept up to date.

Key fire safety measures include maintaining fire doors, fire compartmentation, and fire alarms. Washing facilities in laundry areas, kitchens, or in-patient residence rooms should be risk-assessed to prevent accidental ignition. The National Fire Chiefs Council also advises on best practice for fire protection in managed residential premises.

Keep a current fire risk assessment and review log; weekly fire alarm test logs and 6-monthly service reports to BS 5839-1; extinguisher maintenance records to BS 5306; fire door inspection and remedial records; staff fire safety training logs and attendance; evacuation plans and PEEPs; and a central logbook with dates, outcomes, and contractor competence/certification. These demonstrate compliance during audits and inspections.

Contact Firelink today for expert advice on care home safety and to arrange your next assessment.

Firelink: Accredited to Protect, Committed to Care

Firelink is a trusted, fully accredited provider of care home fire protection services across the UK. Our team combines over 500 years of Fire Service experience.

We collaborate with supervisors, employers, and care staff to ensure the safety of residents and provide residential care facilities with clear, practical solutions. Our services extend beyond care homes to hospitals, student accommodation, and other residential settings, always delivered with the same commitment to safety and compliance.

Our accreditations include:

  • BMTRADA: Fire doors, inspections, maintenance, installation, and compartmentation surveys
  • BAFE SP205: Fire risk assessment in line with PAS 79
  • FireQual: Accredited fire safety training provider
  • ISO standards: Quality, environmental, and occupational safety management

When you work with Firelink, you gain a partner who understands the realities of safety in care homes and delivers solutions that keep your premises secure.

Email admin@fire-link.co.uk to get compliant fire safety today. Call Firelink or complete our submission form to arrange your service.

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