It has been a legal requirement for all blocks of flats to have a fire risk assessment (FRA) since 2006. The FRA encompasses the common parts only, but should make reference to the front doors of apartments. The responsibility to arrange for the FRA to be undertaken, and to action its findings where required, lies with the responsible person (typically the Management Company (RMC) or Landlord/Lessor.
The responsible person is also required to comply with health and safety regulations relating to buildings under their management. Completion and review of the FRA is a statutory duty under the Fire Safety Order.
The Fire risk and Health & Safety assessments will be reviewed periodically by MRM or if there are any alterations to the structure, layout or use of the building. The frequency of review is typically on a 2 yearly basis with a full fire risk assessment carried out by an accredited specialist company in the intervening year to ensure that fire safety within your building is checked annually.