<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Kent and Sussex FRA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Integrity in Every Fire risk Assessment]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:43:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Risk Assessment Subcontracting Without Long-Term Contracts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Need flexible capacity? Fire risk assessment subcontracting contracts can support occasional or recurring work without a long-term commitment.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-risk-assessment-subcontracting-without-long-term-contracts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">9207cebb-004a-4808-9ac2-52c13aa1d7a1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 08:01:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_6bf2491456af4983b67dc690fea9f4f5~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_864,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is the Purpose of a Fire Door in Your Building?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is the purpose of a fire door? Learn how compliant fire doors contain fire and smoke, protect escape routes and support building safety duties in practice.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-fire-door-in-your-building</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6e36a47f-7c71-4db1-8722-f9e8e01ac717</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 01:21:11 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Choose Fire Risk Assessment Providers Across Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compare fire risk assessment providers in Kent by competence, premises experience, assessment scope, pricing clarity and reporting process.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-risk-assessment-providers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e5e95d1-d6cc-4b3a-b01e-418637929bb2</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:32:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_fb631914dd814dc5b31d13dfc5143712~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_864,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Fire Risk Assessment Consultants in Kent and Sussex]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire risk assessment for commercial property must be documented and reviewed. Learn the 5 steps to choosing and vetting a Kent or Sussex consultant.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/best-fire-risk-assessment-consultants-in-kent-and-sussex</link><guid isPermaLink="false">0bf66ebd-292b-46da-9c6f-002666c4bdf2</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 04:48:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_e3d50381d611451885915c96c6bf8e30~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Door Inspection Frequency: UK Checks and Legal Rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understand fire door inspection frequency in the UK, including England’s quarterly and annual checks and how to set a risk-based programme.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/how-often-should-fire-doors-be-checked-in-uk-buildings</link><guid isPermaLink="false">7ef968d7-878a-4857-8384-793b10570300</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:21:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_24b95df909954c7d8ccbdcf69dc0640d~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Door Testing Standards: What UK Test Evidence Proves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understand fire door testing standards, what BS 476-22 and BS EN 1634-1 prove, and how BS 8214 guides installation and maintenance.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/what-fire-door-testing-standards-actually-prove</link><guid isPermaLink="false">0d88b37d-070c-46d9-ae39-2ac4f558d020</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2026 01:23:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_8a44995fef2849eca08a7bc36dab7fc9~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Plan a Fire Risk Assessment for Multiple Retail Units]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire risk assessment for multiple retail units needs one plan per tenant, clear shared-area duties and a review schedule. Learn the step-by-step process.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/how-to-plan-a-fire-risk-assessment-for-multiple-retail-units</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5bc08c26-5920-4689-a572-120ead401e13</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2026 22:29:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_314149afac124c34a45743b1a9058182~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Identify Fire Hazards in the Workplace: A Practical Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to identify fire hazards in workplaces, assess who is at risk, and turn inspection findings into clear, practical safety actions.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/how-to-identify-fire-hazards-in-your-building</link><guid isPermaLink="false">664c9c96-57f9-4dd5-ac00-0b2e934cdf35</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2026 01:22:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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properly.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/what-counts-as-a-fire-door-in-your-building</link><guid isPermaLink="false">f0d39a5c-d59c-4165-a5b6-48bf41ce4b29</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2026 03:35:14 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Responsible Person Fire Safety Duties: What You Must Do]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understand responsible person fire safety duties in England and Wales, including risk assessments, records, maintenance and shared premises.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/responsible-person-fire-safety-duties-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">36f49d4b-1115-44e7-8efd-b1f689cd2a58</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 03:41:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_f1a2410d84864e20ae65b99588c45c44~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Risk Assessment for Small Business Owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire risk assessment for small business helps protect staff, customers and premises while giving responsible persons a clear, practical compliance plan.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-risk-assessment-for-small-business-owners</link><guid isPermaLink="false">859991de-0439-4e48-8265-b55e37cff4fd</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 03:42:49 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Safety Risk Assessment Steps Checklist and Template]]></title><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-safety-risk-assessment-steps-checklist-and-template</link><guid isPermaLink="false">9ef1d38d-41f9-40c4-a0b9-79aed12374f3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 21:06:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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properly.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/4-types-of-fire-risk-assessment-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">abccc0f2-b2a8-4401-b804-ff9b1153e936</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 03:53:21 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Are Fire Risk Assessments in Kent?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How much are fire risk assessments? Understand typical costs, what affects the fee and why a clear, suitable assessment protects people and compliance.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/how-much-are-fire-risk-assessments-in-kent</link><guid isPermaLink="false">742cfe46-94e4-4f49-9c36-0d99172bed0a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 03:43:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding BS 9999: A Comprehensive Guide]]></title><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/understanding-bs-9999-a-comprehensive-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">44df46f8-426c-4805-b40a-07ebf2af4f1b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:30:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_7fdf07803b5d492b88a346f64a6297ab~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Stopping Survey and Inspection for your building]]></title><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-stopping-survey-and-inspection-for-your-building</link><guid isPermaLink="false">f5482f94-cefa-4bab-85ce-e86238fd4543</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:36:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_7fe7665e06b94db99272ab965e823cbc~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Fire Compartmentation Surveys Reveal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summary: A fire compartmentation survey examines whether a building’s fire-resisting boundaries and openings remain continuous. 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Learn what to check and record.]]></description><link>https://www.kentandsussexfra.co.uk/post/fire-door-assessments-that-protect-your-building-e11486ec</link><guid isPermaLink="false">577a23e6-5b82-4217-82ba-01fd268c6f47</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:38:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67af02_cdd08d7f2bfd4cfb90aacd6b8cc0a010~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Luis Guerreiro</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>