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Safety & Insurance requirements
Each property included in the official accommodation register will have to demonstrate
compliance to the following legislation in the event of a let being agreed:
The Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998
These regulations came into force on 31st October 1998 – they relate to all gas appliances,
fittings, pipe work and installations, fixed or portable, be they mains, propane or Calor gas.
The Landlord must for the purpose of this short term letting ensure that a valid and current
Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate is in place and be in a position to provide a copy of the
document to ourselves by 16th April 2012 if their property is let. Please note that the
Certificate is valid for a period of 12 months only.
The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994
These regulations cover all mains voltage household electrical items and require that the
supplier of such goods ensures that they are safe. This will include flexes, correct fusing and
plugs. Prior to any tenancy it is recommended that the portable appliances supplied should be
checked by means of a PAT test from a suitably qualified contractor. You should satisfy
yourselves as to the soundness and safety of the electrical installation. Industry guidelines
specify that all electrical circuitry should be tested at least every ten years.
The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (Amendment 1993)
It is an offence to supply any furniture as part of a letting unless it meets the cigarette, match
and ignitability tests. Furniture manufactured prior to 1950 is not covered by the regulations.
Any furniture manufactured after March 1990 is likely to comply. Should furniture not have
the relevant compliance labels affixed/sewn in, then a signed statement will be required from
each individual landlord confirming compliance and that documentary proof of purchase can
be provided if requested. A copy of this should be registered with JGL on or before 16th
April 2012.
The regulations apply to sofas, beds, mattresses, headboards, garden furniture where it is
suitable for indoor use, scatter cushions, pillows and covers. The regulations do not apply to
carpets, curtains, towels or bedclothes.
Smoke Detection
At least 2 working smoke detectors should be fitted in each property, one upstairs and one
downstairs.
Insurance Cover
