FIRE SAFETY FOR LANDLORDS - Bakers Fire Safety Consultancy Ltd

Are You a Landlord? Do You Own an HMO?

If you’re a landlord or own an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation), you are legally responsible for ensuring the safety of your occupants from fire risks. Conducting a Fire Risk Assessment for Flats is essential to identify and address any potential fire hazards, providing you with clear recommendations to safeguard both your tenants and property.

While landlords aren’t required to provide fire safety training to tenants, an HMO fire risk assessment ensures that the property meets safety standards, offering peace of mind for you and your occupants.

Under the Housing Act 2004 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, owners of HMOs must regularly perform fire risk assessments and reviews. It’s also advised that these assessments are revisited annually to maintain safety.

Fire Risk Assessments for Flats

For flats, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order requires fire risk assessments for communal areas, such as shared stairways, corridors, kitchens, and bathrooms. These areas must meet fire safety standards to protect residents and minimize fire hazards.

Office Fire Safety Assessments

If you own a multiple-occupancy office building, both landlords and tenants share the responsibility for fire safety. Landlords, or managing agents, must ensure that communal spaces comply with fire regulations and are subject to regular fire risk assessments. Tenants are responsible for fire safety assessments within their individual areas. It’s recommended that landlords retain copies of these assessments for reference.

If you need a fire risk assessment for your building, contact our team today for a no-obligation discussion.

Make sure you and your organisation complies with Fire Safety Legislation.

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