Ashley Kaungwa
Cardiff,South Glamorgan
Summary
Fire risk assessor with extensive experience conducting assessments in HMOs and various low- to moderate-risk residential and commercial properties. Proficient in PAS 79-1:2020 standards, identifying fire hazards, evaluating fire precautions, and delivering actionable recommendations for enhanced life safety and compliance. Skilled in managing site visits independently, engaging with clients and responsible parties, and producing detailed reports with photographic documentation. Open to subcontract opportunities that prioritise high-quality assessments and technical excellence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Risk Assessor (Self-Employed Contractor)
Purton Fire Consultancy
Swindon, Wiltshire
03.2023 - 07.2026
- Applied PAS 79-1:2020 requirements using structured, evidence-led assessment methodology.
- Conducted independent site visits to validate hazards and assess adequacy of safety measures.
- Owned inspection of escape routes, doors, emergency lighting, detection, and warning systems.
- Reviewed firefighting equipment, signage, housekeeping, and fire safety management arrangements to ensure compliance.
- Delivered 275 fire risk assessments across Wiltshire, Berkshire, and Bristol residential and commercial sites.
- Controlled photographic evidence capture to substantiate findings and justify recommendations.
- Accounted for comprehensive report production, setting action priorities and proportionate recommendations.
- Maintained compliance through repeat assessments to verify actions and track risk changes.
- Facilitated discussions with clients to clarify findings and address technical queries.
- Managed schedules, travel, reporting, and workload planning to meet agreed deadlines.
Fire Safety & Compliance Officer
Selwood Health & Social Care Ltd
Swindon, Wiltshire
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Ensured fire safety compliance with relevant regulations across health and social care premises.
- Delivered routine fire safety inspections to uphold legal requirements and internal procedures.
- Assisted in internal fire safety audits and compliance inspections, contributing to overall safety standards.
- Coordinated fire drills and evacuation exercises, enhancing organisational preparedness and accountability.
- Reviewed fire doors, emergency lighting, extinguishers, and signage, reporting defects promptly.
- Owned fire log books and maintained fire safety compliance documentation to audit readiness.
- Directed fire safety guidance to staff, setting expectations for safe working practice.
- Collaborated with management to drive continuous improvement in fire safety standards.
Skills
- PAS 79-1 methodology
- Fire safety regulations
- Fire risk assessment
- Emergency lighting systems
- Fire detection and alarms
- Portable firefighting equipment
- Fire safety management
- Risk prioritization strategies
- Technical report writing
- Client communication skills
- Independent working ability
- Time management skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- L5 Award in Leadership & Management (The Institue of Leadership and Management)
- Enhanced DBS Certificate on Update Service
- Category B Licence (Manual)
Additional Information
- Willing to travel extensively for subcontract work
- Available for self-employed subcontract Fire Risk Assessment assignments
Timeline
Fire Risk Assessor (Self-Employed Contractor)
Purton Fire Consultancy
03.2023 - 07.2026
Fire Safety & Compliance Officer
Selwood Health & Social Care Ltd
02.2023 - 02.2025