Ardenlea fire consulting
Who we are
Ardenlea provide clear, practical fire safety strategies and advice that help projects across the UK achieve compliance and manage risk with confidence. Our mission is built on technical excellence and a commitment to helping our clients navigate complex legislative requirements with ease.
Chris Bailey
Company Director & Principal Fire Safety Consultant
With over three decades of experience spanning frontline firefighting to strategic fire safety consultancy, Chris brings unmatched expertise in enforcement, investigation, and legal proceedings. As former Head of Fire Safety Enforcement and Community Safety at Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service, he achieved national recognition for pioneering enforcement governance and audit protocols. Chris delivered the UK's first successful fire prosecution against major restaurant chains under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, with over 25 successful prosecutions to his name. A Gold Commander-qualified incident commander, he has led safety operations at the London 2012 Olympic Games and serves as a qualified expert witness, compiling authoritative reports for fire safety and investigation matters.
Qualifications, training & Certificates
Academic
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Master's degree in Fire Safety, Security Business Continuity
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Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Investigative Practice
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Bachelor's Degree in Fire Risk Engineering (BEng) - Glasgow Caledonian University
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Higher National Diploma in Fire Engineering
Specialist
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Advanced Investigative Practice Professional Award (Level 7)
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Data Protection and Regulatory Investigatory Powers (RIPA) Certification
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Fire Investigation Qualification
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Fire Safety Inspector Qualification
Professional
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Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)
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IFE Certified Fire Safety Auditor
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Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence (Level 7)
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NEBOSH Health and Safety General Certificate/NEBOSH Fire Safety General Certificate
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Gold Commander Qualification (Fire Service College, Moreton Marsh)
Jon Bailey
Technical Manager & Senior Fire Safety Consultant
Jon combines academic fire engineering excellence with over 20 years of construction industry experience. His unique background in sustainability and corporate responsibility brings a fresh perspective to fire safety challenges, making him an effective communicator and influencer across all organisational levels.
Qualifications, training & Certificates
Academic
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Bachelor's Degree in Fire Risk Engineering (BEng) - Glasgow Caledonian University
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BSc (Hons) Environmental Energy Science - University of Leeds
Specialist
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Emergency Fire Crew Capability - Fire Service College training
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Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety)
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Order CDM (Construction Design and Management) compliance specialist
Professional
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Student Member of Institute of Fire Engineers
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BRE Fire Door Inspector Level 3 (ongoing)
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Fire Protection Association Applied Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment
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NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety Management
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Technician Member of IOSH
We are delighted to have worked with a wide range of respected clients
What sets us apart
01. Technical Excellence
Highly experienced and qualified team with demonstrable industry and regulatory experience, plus the capability and energy to make fire safety interesting, engaging, and practical.
02. Real-World Perspective
We understand the pressures faced from regulatory bodies and commercial realities. This dual perspective helps us find solutions that work for everyone.
03. Flexibility & Reliability
Flexibility and reliability to deal with urgent, difficult, or sensitive projects with the highest level of professional focus.
04. Capability
Our expertise makes fire safety and fire design interesting, relevant and practical. We build strong relationship within all levels of an organisation, becoming a trusted part of a client's team.