Why You Need a Fire Risk Assessment in Hyde
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, anyone responsible for a non-domestic building or shared rented housing must keep a current fire risk assessment. In Hyde that covers terraced HMOs, shops and offices around the town centre, and older civic and leisure buildings.
Contact us if you’re not sure whether your property needs one.
Hyde Has Seen Fire Risk First-Hand
On 24 February 2025, fire gutted the derelict former Astoria cinema and bingo hall on Clarendon Street. The building was declared dangerous and had to be urgently demolished, closing Hyde bus station, the taxi rank and a lane of the M67 for days. A year later, almost to the day, an electrical fault sparked a small fire in the basement of Hyde Town Hall, closing the building and library for a month while smoke damage was repaired. Two very different buildings, the same lesson: fire risk doesn’t respect a building’s age or importance.
Our Fire Safety Services in Hyde
We provide the full range of fire safety services landlords and business owners in Hyde need to stay compliant.
Fire Risk Assessment
A full inspection covering hazards, people at risk and the condition of escape routes and safety equipment, with a clear written report and action plan. More on our Fire Risk Assessment service.
Fire Assessment Certificate
Once recommended work is complete, we issue a certificate confirming compliance, useful for insurers, licensing applications and council checks. Read about our Fire Assessment Certificate service.
Fire Safety Inspection
A focused check of alarms, extinguishers, signage and exit routes, useful between full assessments. Learn about our Fire Safety Inspections.
Who Needs a Fire Risk Assessment in Hyde?
You’ll need a valid fire risk assessment if you’re responsible for:
- HMOs and terraced rental properties
- Offices, salons and clinics
- Shops, restaurants and takeaways
- Vacant or under-used commercial buildings
- Places of worship, schools and community centres
Landlords letting an HMO in Hyde should note that Tameside Council operates mandatory HMO licensing for any property with five or more occupants from two or more households sharing facilities, with fire safety assessed as part of the application and fines of up to £20,000 for letting unlicensed. We can time your assessment to fit yours.
How the Process Works
Step 1 – Book Your Assessment
Use our contact form or call us, and we’ll arrange a visit at a time that suits your property.
Step 2 – On-Site Inspection
An assessor visits your Hyde property, checks it against current fire safety standards, and notes any issues found.
Step 3 – Report and Certification
You’ll receive your written report within 48 hours. Once any required work is done, we issue your Fire Assessment Certificate.
