BAFE, the independent organisation responsible for developing and maintaining third-party certification schemes for the UK fire safety sector, has announced that Ken Bullock, Technical BAFE Schemes and Assurance Manager, will be leaving the organisation on 18 August.

Since joining BAFE in October 2023, Ken has played a key role in reviewing the delivery and management of BAFE Schemes. During his time with the organisation, he has strengthened strategic relationships with UKAS, certification bodies and stakeholders across the fire safety sector, supporting the continued development and assurance of BAFE's certification schemes.

Commenting on Bullock’s departure, Dr Justin Maltby-Smith (Group CEO of BAFE Holdings) said: “Ken has been very effective in moving the BAFE Schemes forward and played an instrumental role in building a solid foundation for further developments and future growth. I’m very grateful for all of his contributions, as are the rest of the Board of Directors and his colleagues, and we wish him all the best when he begins his next challenge.”

Support and collaboration

Speaking about the announcement, Bullock observed: “It has been a thoroughly enjoyable two-and-a-half years at BAFE and I would like to thank all the team members for the support and collaboration they’ve provided. In particular, I would like to thank Justin Maltby-Smith and Lewis Ramsay, whose support in reviewing and updating the BAFE Schemes has been invaluable.”

Further, Bullock noted: “BAFE Schemes are now more robust, relevant and effective and I’m proud to have led the review process alongside my colleagues from across the fire safety sector. Their contributions in relation to updating the BAFE Schemes portfolio, the time given and insights provided have been invaluable. I wish them and BAFE all the very best for the future.”

Reviewing operational arrangements

BAFE is currently undertaking a wider organisational review, which includes consideration of the future operational arrangements for its BAFE Schemes. Further details will be announced in due course.

In the meantime, BAFE has confirmed that its Schemes and certification activities will continue to operate as normal throughout the transition, ensuring continuity for certification bodies, registered organisations and the wider industry.

BAFE continues to define the standards of competence that organisations must meet to deliver fire protection services safely and effectively. Through its third-party certification schemes and register of certified providers, the organisation supports higher standards, increased accountability and greater confidence across the UK fire safety sector.

For more information, visit www.bafe.org.uk 

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