Fire-safety knowledge
Understanding fire hazards, prevention and protection, means of escape, fire doors, evacuation and fire-safety management.
About Stanford Global
Competence at the heartof our work.
Protecting people, property and business continuity, safely and professionally.
Our company
Specialist by design.
Stanford Global Limited is a fire-safety consultancy founded in 2018 by Chartered Engineer Dr. Paul Stanford Kupakuwana.
We are a UK Companies House registered firm (No. 11432382), providing considered professional advice with a clear focus on fire safety.
Under Paul’s direction, the company is growing steadily from its office in Stanley, County Durham, with the capacity for further controlled growth.
Professional leadership
Dr. Paul Stanford Kupakuwana
MBA(Hull), PhD (LeedsMet), EurIng, CEng MIET, CPEng MIEAust, CITP MBCS
Founder and professional lead
Fire Safety Expertise
NEBOSH and British Safety Council specialized background in Fire Safety and Fire Risk Assessments (FRA). With proficiency in conducting complex assessments to a high standard in accordance with The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022; Fire Safety Act 2021; Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (“the Fire Safety Order”); Fire Safety Sign Regulations; Fire Alarm Regulations. Competent in Fire Door Inspections (FDI) and on-site inspections, contributing to robust fire safety practices.
Health and Safety Management
NEBOSH-qualified professional with a comprehensive understanding of health and safety protocols. Extensive experience in managing occupational safety and health in accordance with ISO 45001, HASAWA 1974, HSG65, and ACoP L21.
How we work
Competence is applied, not claimed.
Fire safety requires more than qualifications or a completed checklist. It calls for knowledge and judgement appropriate to the building, its use, its occupants and the risks present.
Technical judgement
Considering the available evidence and the relationship between buildings, occupants, precautions and management arrangements.
Systematic inspection
Examining relevant conditions methodically and recording significant observations and findings.
Risk-based assessment
Considering the significance of findings and helping clients prioritise appropriate action.
Regulatory awareness
Maintaining awareness of legislation, government guidance, standards and recognised professional practice.
Clear communication
Translating technical findings into practical information that Responsible Persons, property professionals, managers and senior decision-makers can act upon.
Our professional principles
A clear basis for every professional opinion.
Independence
Our assessments, inspections and audits are intended to provide objective professional findings based on the evidence available.
Evidence
Where appropriate, findings are supported by inspection records, measurements, photographs and documented observations.
Proportionality
Recommendations should reflect the nature and significance of the risk. We seek practical, proportionate solutions rather than assuming every defect needs the most extensive intervention.
Traceability
Our approach helps you understand what was assessed, what was identified, what action may be required and what has subsequently been completed or verified.
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