Fire Risk Assessments
A fire risk assessment is not a box-ticking exercise. It is a legal requirement — and when it is done well, it is one of the most effective things you can do to protect your people, your premises, and your business.
Fletcher Risk Management provides professional fire risk assessments across Chester, the North West, and North Wales. Our assessors bring more than 25 years of sector experience to every visit. We work across commercial, residential, and public sector premises — from small offices and HMOs to large multi-occupied residential blocks and complex industrial sites.
Every assessment we carry out meets the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Where your building falls under the Building Safety Act 2022, we understand those obligations too.
If you are responsible for a non-domestic premises — or for the common parts of a residential building — the answer is almost certainly yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 places a legal duty on the Responsible Person to ensure a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment is carried out and kept up to date. Failure to comply can result in prosecution, substantial fines, and the invalidation of your insurance.
You are likely to need a fire risk assessment if you are responsible for any of the following:
Not sure whether your premises are in scope? Give us a call — we are always happy to advise.
"We appointed Fletcher Risk Management to conduct a fire risk assessment at one of our rental properties in Hoole. From the offset the level of service we received was stellar and Tim demonstrated the utmost integrity and professionalism in the timely delivery of his report. We genuinely cannot recommend him highly enough."Andrew P. — Google Review
A fire risk assessment carried out by Fletcher Risk is thorough and methodical. Our assessors do not simply work through a checklist — they apply genuine technical knowledge to understand how risks could combine in your specific building, and what the worst-case scenarios would look like if they did.
A typical assessment covers:
Where we identify concerns about your fire doors, alarm systems, or staff training, we will tell you clearly — and point you towards practical, cost-effective solutions.
We keep the process straightforward. Here is what to expect:
One of our assessors visits your premises at a time that suits you. Most assessments take between one and three hours depending on the size and complexity of the site.
We conduct a thorough walk-through, examining every relevant aspect of your premises. We will ask questions about your processes, occupancy, and existing safety arrangements.
We produce a clear, detailed written report identifying risks, rating their severity, and setting out the actions you need to take — prioritised so you know what to address first.
We do not disappear once the report is delivered. We are available to talk through your findings, help you implement actions, or arrange fire safety training for your staff.
"Without doubt one of the best and most professional businesses I have used for our Fire Risk Assessment. Tim Fletcher is a highly regarded professional in his field and I have used his services numerous times. Don't take a chance — protect your staff, protect your building, protect your business."Chris H. — Google Review
"We have engaged Fletcher Risk Management to carry out surveys on a number of our sites now for a very important client of ours. The work produced exceeded our expectations by far. I would definitely recommend using this company."Marie Morgan — EIS Ltd
A fire risk assessment is not a one-off document. The law requires it to be reviewed regularly — and immediately if circumstances change. You should revisit your assessment if any of the following apply:
What sets us apart is the quality and depth of our assessments, and the care we take of our clients after the report is delivered.
Our lead assessor, Tim Fletcher, has more than 25 years of experience in the fire safety sector. We are members of the Fire Protection Association and carry full professional indemnity insurance. Every assessment we carry out is compliant with current legislation and the latest PAS 79 guidance for fire risk assessments.
We work with a wide range of clients — from individual landlords with a single HMO to national managing agents overseeing large residential portfolios. Whatever the size or complexity of your premises, you will receive the same standard of service: thorough, honest, and clearly communicated.
Serving Chester, Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington, and across the North West and North Wales. Assessments from £295. Contact us today for a no-obligation quote.
Get a Quote Call 01244 394 244Fletcher Risk Management Ltd is registered in England. This page provides general guidance only. Your specific legal obligations will depend on the nature of your premises and your role as defined under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.