7 Emerging risks redefining fire protection engineering

Fire remains one of the most significant threats to business continuity, but the nature of that risk is shifting. Between 2014 and 2023, industrial fires increased by 19%, losses rose by 10%, and fire-related deaths climbed by 70%. These figures highlight a clear trend. Traditional assumptions about fire risk are no longer sufficient.

New pressures are reshaping how organizations assess and manage exposure. These include PFAS firefighting foam restrictions, lithium-ion battery hazards, captive insurance programs, inaccurate asset valuations, supply chain volatility, evolving regulations, and the growing role of AI in underwriting.

This white paper from Global Risk Consultants provides practical insights into these emerging risks. Download your complimentary copy now.

What you will learn

Download the emerging fire risk white paper to explore:

• How PFAS regulations are driving changes in fire suppression strategies
• Why lithium-ion batteries are creating higher-severity fire risks
• The impact of supply chain disruption on fire recovery and business continuity
• How inaccurate asset valuations can distort loss estimates and insurance outcomes
• Why captive insurance programs require stronger fire risk controls due to increased risk retention
• How AI-driven underwriting is reshaping insurer expectations
• What evolving fire safety regulations mean for compliance and operational readiness

Why it matters

Fire loss today extends far beyond physical damage. Supply chain constraints, labor shortages, and rising asset values can delay recovery for months or even years. Organizations that take a structured, engineering-led approach are better positioned to strengthen continuity, improve insurance outcomes, reduce loss exposure, and build stakeholder confidence. This report provides practical insights to support more informed decision-making.

About global risk consultants

Global Risk Consultants (GRC) brings decades of experience in property risk engineering and loss prevention. Their team supports organizations worldwide with data-driven insights and practical risk assessment. This experience shapes the findings in this white paper, offering a credible and actionable perspective on emerging fire risks.

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