What is an Initial Fire Safety Report (IFSR)?

An Initial Fire Safety Report (IFSR) is a preliminary document prepared at the early planning or development application stage to outline how a proposed building will meet fire safety requirements. It identifies the building’s use and classification, the key fire safety systems to be included (such as alarms, sprinklers, and emergency lighting), and highlights any areas where the design may not meet standard Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions. The IFSR provides regulators and stakeholders with an overview of the intended fire safety strategy and indicates whether a performance-based solution or detailed Fire Engineering Report will be required.