Why You Need a Fire Risk Assessment in Chorley
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 Chorley that covers the shops and units around the market and Flat Iron, rented terraces split into HMOs, and the commercial and industrial units out towards Buckshaw Village and Eccleston.
Contact us if you’re not sure whether your property needs one.
A Reminder of Chorley’s Fire Risk
Overnight on 17-18 June 2026, a commercial building fire broke out on Lawrence Lane in Eccleston, Chorley. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service sent six engines, an aerial ladder platform and a drone unit, with crews on scene for around five hours before the fire was brought under control. It’s a reminder that commercial premises across the borough, not just older housing stock, carry real fire risk.
Our Fire Safety Services in Chorley
We provide the full range of fire safety services landlords, business owners and property managers in Chorley 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 Chorley?
You’ll need a valid fire risk assessment if you’re responsible for:
- HMOs and shared rented housing
- Offices, salons and clinics
- Shops, restaurants and takeaways
- Industrial and business park units
- Places of worship, schools and community centres
Chorley Council currently runs mandatory HMO licensing only, for properties with five or more occupants from two or more households sharing facilities; there’s no additional or selective licensing scheme covering smaller HMOs at present. Fire safety is assessed as part of every licence application, and 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 Chorley 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.
