Worthing Fire Safety Breach – Lessons for Landlords and Property Managers
15th August 2025
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In a recent case in Worthing, a property management company and its sole director were fined £1,588 for serious breaches of fire safety law. In another local case, a developer received a suspended prison sentence after allowing residents to occupy a building before fire precautions were in place.
These are not isolated incidents – they highlight a growing focus on accountability when it comes to fire safety.
As someone who regularly conducts fire risk assessments, I can tell you this: You cannot manage what you haven’t assessed.
🔥 Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person (usually the landlord, managing agent, or owner) has a legal duty to:
✅ Identify and manage fire risks
✅ Maintain alarms, escape routes & fire doors
✅ Keep communal areas safe
✅ Review fire safety regularly
A professional fire risk assessment isn’t a box-ticking exercise. It’s your opportunity to:
🔍 Understand the risks
📝 Get clear, jargon-free recommendations
📈 Stay compliant and protect lives
At Southern Fire Risk Assessments, we help landlords, property managers and shop owners stay ahead of the law with practical, tailored fire safety advice. If you’re unsure when your last assessment was, or if your property is compliant – we’re happy to help.
📩 Feel free to reach out if you’d like a chat – fire safety starts with a conversation.
