--- title: Home description: Nimbly page template meta description --- [Skip to main content](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk#main-content) # Heron Safety and Enterprise Partnership ### Fire risk assessments are a legal requirement that we can help you achieve without stress. A fresh pair of eyes, professionally trained and experienced in hospitality safety, with the host's best interests at heart, can ensure that you and your guests will sleep easy at night. ![](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Resultify/Nimbly_Lite/images/content/images/hero-image.png?width=1688&height=701&name=hero-image.png) ## Are you prepared for a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service audit? Did you know that the SFRS conducts audits on all Highland guest properties and will want to see your Fire Risk Assessment? Are you confident in the answers you gave? Would you like to have a specialist review of your work? Heron Safety is based in Inverness and has adjusted its focus to help guest accommodation Duty Holders pass a SFRS audit. We have prepared many businesses for audit with a 100% client success rate. Be confident that you are compliant with all legal requirements and have nothing to fear from a SFRS audit letter. You look after your guests, we'll look after you. ## Fire Risk Assessment A full assessment of the accommodation in keeping with the latest standards required by law [What it involvesOpens a new window](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/en-gb/fire-risk-assessment?hsLang=en) ## Health and Safety Assessment The Scottish hotel tragedy in January 2023 showed Health and Safety issues preceded the fatal fire [Why it mattersOpens a new window](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/healthandsafetyassessment?hsLang=en) ## Portable Appliance Testing Portable appliances must be maintained in a safe condition by periodic inspection and testing [Who can conduct tests?Opens a new window](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/healthandsafetyassessment-0?hsLang=en) ## Highest risks in the hospitality industry 1 Health and Safety related slips, trips and falls, manual handling and COSHH violations 2 Fire caused by lack of staff  awareness and poor procedures 3 Electrical hazards causing fire or injury due to poor maintenance of equipment 4 Reputational damage and loss of business due to incidences reported by the media  [Contact HSEP](mailto:contact@heronsafety.co.uk) ![restaurants_image](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Resultify/Nimbly_Lite/images/content/images/restaurants-image.png?width=961&height=623&name=restaurants-image.png) Specific Law ## Self catering and B&B If there are fewer than 11 people in self catering accommodation or fewer than 8 guests in a guest house or B&B the specific guidance given by the Safer Communities Directorate of the Scottish Government is at Annex 2 [Annex 2Opens a new window](https://www.gov.scot/publications/practical-fire-safety-guidance-existing-premises-sleeping-accommodation-2/pages/12/) PAT Regulation ## Portable Appliance Testing Although there is no specific legal requirement for PAT to be conducted, the EAWR 1989 and various employment regulations demand that employers ensure the safety of staff. Hosts will want to protect guests too. [PAT RegulationsOpens a new window](https://www.pat.org.uk/pat-testing-regulations/) ![online-image](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Resultify/Nimbly_Lite/images/content/images/online-image.png?width=960&height=623&name=online-image.png) ![retailer-image](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Resultify/Nimbly_Lite/images/content/images/retailer-image.png?width=960&height=623&name=retailer-image.png) Advice and Guidance ## Fire Risk Assessment Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 places the responsibility on Duty Holders to ensure that a Fire Risk Assessment has been conducted. This can be very complex and daunting. If you're unsure, contact HSEP for peace of mind. [SFRS Business AdviceOpens a new window](https://www.firescotland.gov.uk/your-safety/business-advice/advice-and-guidance/) ”***Do not think because an accident hasn’t happened to you that it can’t happen.***” Safety saying, circa early 1900s ## Contact form Get in touch with us using this form and we will aim to get back to you within 24 hours ## Latest insights ![Plugs bigger](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Plugs%20bigger.jpg?width=640&height=427&name=Plugs%20bigger.jpg) ELECTRICAL SAFETY ## Simple precautions to take There are many things on a business owner's mind which is why it is helpful to have a link to an official guide. Note the advice under What do I have to do? [Read articleOpens a new window](https://www.hse.gov.uk/electricity/electricequip.htm) ![Evacuation Plan image](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Evacuation%20Plan%20image.jpg?width=800&height=533&name=Evacuation%20Plan%20image.jpg) FIRE SAFETY ## Most fires are preventable This statement is the opening sentence of the HSE guidance on how to control risks at work. Heron Safety can tailor this advice to your business. [Read articleOpens a new window](https://www.hse.gov.uk/fireandexplosion/fire-safety.htm) ![Health and Safety board](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Health%20and%20Safety%20board.jpg?width=800&height=531&name=Health%20and%20Safety%20board.jpg) Risk Assessments ## Do you recognise COSHH? The business owner needs to know about the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. If you have no idea, why not ask Heron Safety to advise? [Read articleOpens a new window](https://www.hse.gov.uk/coshh/basics/overview.htm) Business Address: HSEP The Heights, Ladystone, Bunchrew, INVERNESS IV3 8TB [![HeronWebTr](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/HeronWebTr.png?width=223&height=250&name=HeronWebTr.png)](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/hubfs/HeronWebTr.png?hsLang=en) Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Our business visits to your location can be tailored around your guest changeover times. Saturday visits available by separate negotiation. Partners: Dan and Miriam Coulson Copyright © 2026 Heron Safety and Enterprise Partnership. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/privacy-policy) - [Terms and Conditions](https://www.heronsafety.co.uk/terms-and-conditions)