Who is the responsible person?
Get a priceIt is whoever has control of the building, or of the part of it where the work is done.
In a workplace that is normally the employer. In a block of flats it is normally the freeholder or the managing agent acting for them. In a school it is the employer, such as the academy trust or the local authority.
Can there be more than one?
Yes. Two companies can each control part of a building, and each is responsible for its own part. They have to cooperate.
What do they have to do?
Carry out a fire risk assessment and keep fire safety measures in working order. In a residential building above 11 metres, that includes the quarterly and yearly door checks.
Can you hand it to a contractor?
You can hire someone to do the checks. You cannot hand over the responsibility. If a door fails, it is still yours.
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