Walking Watch Fire Marshal Services

Interim Fire Safety Monitoring for High-Risk Buildings

A Walking Watch is a temporary fire safety measure used where a building’s normal fire protection arrangements are not fully reliable. Trained fire marshals patrol the premises to look for signs of fire, raise the alarm quickly, and support evacuation if needed.

We provide Walking Watch Fire Marshal services for residential and commercial buildings across London, Birmingham, and Manchester, supporting responsible persons during periods of increased fire risk.

Safety, Vigilance, Assurance

Walking Watch is usually introduced as a short-term control measure, not a permanent solution. It is commonly required where:

  • Fire alarm systems are defective or awaiting upgrade
  • Remedial works from a Fire Risk Assessment are outstanding
  • Compartmentation or external wall concerns exist
  • Additional reassurance is required following enforcement advice

It should always be proportionate to the risk and reviewed regularly.

Our Walking Watch services are used in:

  • Residential blocks and high-rise buildings
  • Premises with temporary fire system failures
  • HMOs and shared accommodation
  • Mixed-use developments

Each deployment is tailored to the building and its actual risk profile.

We provide Walking Watch Fire Marshal services across:

  • London – all boroughs
  • Birmingham – city centre and West Midlands areas
  • Manchester – city centre and Greater Manchester

This allows fast response and familiarity with local authority expectations.

Arrange a Walking Watch Service

If you require a Walking Watch Fire Marshal service in London, Birmingham, or Manchester, contact our team today. We provide structured, accountable monitoring that supports safety now and helps move towards permanent solutions

Keep Your Building and Residents Safe

Don’t take risks with fire safety. Our Walking Watch Fire Marshal service provides immediate protection for your building while you work on permanent solutions. We offer short- and long-term contracts across the UK, with rapid deployment available.

Your Safety Patrol Partner

Walking Watch Pricing Made Simple

Walking Watch / Fire Marshal Pricing

We provide fully trained, SIA-licensed fire marshals for walking watch duties:
From £16/hour
24/7 coverage available nationwide for residential and commercial buildings. 

Terms And conditions:

£5 Parking Charges are applicable in case of paid parking.
£15 Congestion Charge applicable in case the property is in congestion charge zone

What Our Fire Marshals Actually Do

Our Fire Marshals are briefed specifically for each building. Their role typically includes:

  • Regular patrols of communal and risk areas
  • Early detection of smoke or fire hazards
  • Raising the alarm and initiating evacuation if required
  • Keeping clear patrol and incident records
  • Liaising with management and emergency services

This provides visible reassurance and a practical level of protection while permanent measures are progressed.

Market Gaps We Address

Many Walking Watch providers focus only on presence. Common issues we see include:

  • Walking Watch left in place with no plan to reduce or remove it
  • No clear link to Fire Risk Assessment findings
  • Poor or generic patrol records
  • No advice on alternative control measures

We link Walking Watch directly to risk, documentation, and exit planning, helping clients avoid unnecessary long-term reliance.

FAQs

You may need a Walking Watch if your building has serious fire safety concerns, such as:

  • Unsafe cladding
  • No working fire alarm system
  • Poor compartmentation or fire-stopping
  • Recommendations in a Fire Risk Assessment or notice from the fire authority

While not always legally mandatory, a Walking Watch may be recommended by local fire authorities or required to comply with fire safety legislation until permanent solutions are in place.

Professional fire safety companies, like [Your Company Name], provide trained and accredited fire marshals. Our team operates 24/7 to ensure complete coverage and compliance.

It remains active until the building’s fire safety defects are resolved—such as cladding removal, alarm system installation, or fire door repairs. The duration depends on the complexity and timeline of the remediation work.

Our marshals:

  • Patrol the building at regular intervals
  • Alert and assist residents in case of fire
  • Communicate with emergency services
  • Record safety checks and incidents
  • Offer on-site fire safety support to residents

We offer rapid deployment, often within 24 hours of your request, depending on location and building size.

Yes. Our service complies with guidance from the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and UK fire safety laws. All marshals are SIA-licensed and trained in evacuation procedures.

Costs vary based on the number of marshals required, building size, and duration of service. We offer competitive rates and tailored quotes to suit your needs.