FRAQS 205 – NSI Quality Schedule for the Application of BS EN ISO 9001:2015 to the NSI Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Gold Certification Scheme
The additional quality management system requirements and audit criteria applicable to organisations approved under the NSI Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Gold Certification Scheme. It supplements BS EN ISO 9001:2015 and incorporates requirements associated with the BAFE SP205 scheme for the provision of life safety fire risk assessment services.
Read MoreCONFIRMATION OF “VALIDATOR” STATUS
This circular letter informs NSI Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment approved companies about changes in the process of confirming a fire risk assessor’s status as a ‘validator’ under the BAFE SP205 scheme. The new confirmation letters will no longer include the ‘Tier’ of the assessed premises and will require a completed fire risk assessment for certain applications.
Read MoreNON-BAFE FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT SCHEME
This circular informs approved companies and applicants about the withdrawal of the Warringtonfire Fire Risk Assessors Certification Scheme (FRACS) and the introduction of the NSI Fire Risk Assessment Scheme (FRAS) effective from 1st January 2025. The NSI FRAS will be a closed scheme available only to those already registered on the FRACS.
Read MoreNSI-Regulations-Annex-6-Issue-2-Life-Safety-April-2024
The document “NSI-Regulations-Annex-6-Issue-2-Life-Safety-April-2024” outlines additional regulations for companies holding NSI ‘Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment Gold’ and ‘Silver’ approvals. It specifies the requirements for issuing NSI Certificates of Conformity, including the validation process, the necessity of using approved templates, and the obligations regarding customer agreements and certificate status. The regulations apply to life safety fire risk assessments conducted in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Read MoreEnquiry-and-Risk-Assessment-report-for-IHAS-to-PD6662 (2)
The “Enquiry-and-Risk-Assessment-report-for-IHAS-to-PD6662 (2)” evaluates the risks associated with the Integrated Health and Safety (IHAS) framework in relation to the PD6662 standard. It identifies potential hazards, assesses their impact, and recommends mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and enhance safety protocols. The report aims to provide a comprehensive overview to support decision-making and improve risk management practices within the organization.
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