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Fire and Gas Safety Regulations

Fire Safety

As a host, you must ensure your property meets the latest fire safety regulations (updated 1 October 2023). This includes:
✔ A fire risk assessment to identify and reduce hazards
Working fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors installed
✔ A fire extinguisher on the premises

For full guidance, visit Gov.uk.

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Gas Safety

You are also responsible for gas safety compliance, which includes:
✔ An annual gas safety check
✔ Regular maintenance of gas appliances

For full guidance, visit the Gas Safe Register.

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Information correct as of 07/11/2023.