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Fire Safety in Houses in Multiple Occupation

Fire Safety in Houses in Multiple Occupation FIRE SAFETY IN HOUSES IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION (HMOs)
There have been recent changes in legislation to ensure fire safety in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).







Key Facts:-
  • The Housing Act 2004 introduced the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). This places a duty on local authorities that HMOs have adequate fire detection and separation in place.  The Council can take enforcement action to ensure that safety measures are taken.

  • The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into affect in October 2006. It replaces most fire safety legislation with one simple order. It means that any person who has some level of control in premises must take reasonable steps to reduce the risk from fire and make sure people can safely escape if there is a fire.

  • Blackpool Council and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Authority are working together to agree a joint protocol in ensuring that properties, particularly HMOs have adequate fire safety measures in Place.

Blackpool Council has developed guidance notes for fire safety, click on the link below to open the fire safety notes. Please note that the guidance on fire precautions is to be reviewed in the near future.
If you require any further advice or information on the Fire Regulation please also contact the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Authority on 01253 302522 / 01253 343071.
Please also see:
www.communities.gov.uk
LACORS Fire Safety Guidance, August 2008
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