EWS1 & FRAEW (PAS 9980) External Wall Fire Risk Appraisal

EWS1 & FRAEW Assessments: External Wall Fire Risk Appraisal

We provide specialist consultancy and certification for the fire safety risk of external wall systems on medium and high-rise residential buildings. These appraisals are crucial for the sale, valuation, and insurance of properties built with specific types of cladding or wall systems.

EWS1 Form (External Wall System Fire Review)

The EWS1 Form is a standardised external wall fire safety review introduced by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. It is designed to be completed by a qualified fire professional, providing a clear rating for the external wall construction and potential fire risks.

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FRAEW (Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls)

The FRAEW (Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls) using the PAS 9980 methodology is the recognised, detailed, and holistic risk-based assessment that now supersedes the basic EWS1 review.

PAS 9980 is a detailed, risk-based methodology that:

Identifies Risks

Assesses the entire external wall system, including cladding, insulation, balconies, fire breaks, and penetrations.

Quantifies Risk

Uses a scoring system to determine the actual fire risk to the occupants and the building.

Proposes Remediation

Provides clear, prioritised recommendations for any necessary remedial work to achieve a safe risk rating.

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When is an EWS1 Form Required?

An EWS1 Form is typically required for:

Residential buildings 18 metres or more in height.
Buildings between 11 and 18 metres where specific risk factors are present (e.g., HPL panels, or a significant amount of combustible material).
Any height where a lender requests it for re-mortgaging or sale purposes..

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