PROPERTY REGULATIONS
Introduction
Health and Safety is a priority, and tenanted property is regulated to comply with UK and European Union Directives in areas such as Gas, Electrical Equipment, Furniture and Furnishings.
Regulations
The Fire and Furnishings (Fire)(Safety) Regulations 1988
The Fire and Furnishings (Fire)(Safety)(Amendment) Regulations 1993
All the furniture presently in the property, or to be included in the property at a later date, must comply in all respects with the above Regulations.
The Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998
The landlord is fully responsible for making sure that gas installations and appliances are maintained in good order, are checked for safety at least every 12 months by a Corgi Registered Engineer, and must provide a copy of the certificate awarded upon request.
The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994
These Regulations require that all landlords supplying electrical equipment must ensure that it is safe, will not cause danger and that it satisfies the above Regulations.
Penalties
Failure for Landlords to comply with the above regulations can amount to fines of £5,000 and/or six months imprisonment.