Fire risk assessment and management services for Hong Kong construction and project sites
Creating a fire-safe building begins at the design stage. In Hong Kong’s dense urban environment, understanding, managing, and controlling fire risks during planning and construction is critical for compliance and safety.
Why fire risk assessment matters
In a place as densely populated as Hong Kong, a fire in a building under construction or renovation can pose devastating consequences for families and communities. Under Hong Kong laws and regulations, including the Buildings Ordinance (Cap. 123), Fire Safety (Buildings) Ordinance (Cap. 572), and the Code of Practice for Fire Safety in Buildings, developers, contractors, and Authorized Persons must ensure that building works meet fire safety requirements. This includes but not limited to:
- Fire-resisting construction and means of escape;
- Proper design and installation of fire detection and alarm systems;
- Compliance with Fire Services Department (FSD) guidelines and Circular Letters; and
- Safe practices during construction, such as hot work control and temporary fire protection.
Our fire risk assessment services
We provide independent third-party fire risk assessment and management services tailored for construction and project sites in Hong Kong, with a strong focus on practical compliance with local fire safety requirements and industry best practices.
Our service include:
- Fire risk assessment and reporting (1-day on site)
- Perform 1-day fire risk assessment covering existing site conditions and planned works.
- Identify potential fire hazards, evaluate control measures and assess compliance with applicable Hong Kong fire safety codes and Fire Services Department (FSD) guidelines (LCQ8: Fire safety at construction sites).
- Deliver a professional report summarising findings and prioritised recommendations to support risk mitigation and compliance.
- Fire risk management training (total 4 hours, in house and on-site)
- Provide practical training customised for your project team, including:
- Review of fire detection, alarm and safety system designs with installers and project teams.
- Guidance on compliance with key Hong Kong fire safety regulations and FSD requirements (LCQ8: Fire safety at construction sites).
- Support for documentation preparation, including certifications, test reports and compliance records.
- Advice on implementation of effective risk controls, such as safe materials, temporary suppression systems, fire patrols and other site-specific measures.
- Provide practical training customised for your project team, including:
Service conditions and professional qualifications
To ensure robust and credible evaluation outcomes, our fire risk assessment is conducted by professionals with diverse safety qualifications (e.g., Registered Safety Officer (RSO), Registered Safety Advisor (RSA), Safety Supervisor, ISO 45001 auditor, or equivalent technical expertise). This multi-disciplinary approach is built into our standard delivery and reflected in the format and insights provided in the assessment report.
Applicability
This offering is designed for sites with no more than 100 employees and a floor area not exceeding 100,000 square feet.
Why choose SGS?
We are the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
- Independent third-party certification for impartiality and credibility
- Decades of experience in fire safety and risk management
- Expertise in Hong Kong regulations and approval processes
- Practical solutions to reduce fire hazards and ensure compliance
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute professional advice. Fire risk assessment services are subject to scope agreement and site-specific conditions. SGS's liability is limited to the terms of engagement agreed with the client. For specific advice on your project, please contact our team for a consultation: hk.ba@sgs.com.
