Why You Need a Fire Risk Assessment in Burnley
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 Burnley that includes the terraced HMOs common across the borough, converted mill buildings, and the shops and units around the town centre.
Get in touch if you’re not sure whether your property needs one.
A Reminder of Burnley’s Fire Risk
On 31 May 2025, a large fire broke out at a former mill and social club site behind Todmorden Road, Holmes Street. Eight fire engines, two aerial platforms and a drone unit were deployed at the peak of the incident, with crews remaining on scene overnight and nearby residents advised to keep windows and doors shut because of smoke. It’s a reminder that Burnley’s older industrial buildings, many now converted or standing empty, still carry serious fire risk if they aren’t properly managed.
Our Fire Safety Services in Burnley
We provide the full range of fire safety services landlords, business owners and property managers in Burnley 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 Burnley?
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
- Former mills and industrial units
- Places of worship, schools and community centres
Burnley also runs several selective licensing schemes: an established scheme covering Burnley Wood with Healey Wood and the Leyland Road area since 2022, and a newer one from April 2025 covering Trinity, Queensgate, Gannow, Daneshouse and Stoneyholme, and Padiham. Every privately rented home in these areas needs a licence, and the council has already fined at least one landlord over £1,000 for letting without one. We can carry out your fire risk assessment ahead of an application.
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 Burnley 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.
