Tenant safety

All of the properties we let are assessed for safety requirements. In the case of gas appliances an annual safety inspection is mandatory and you receive a copy of the certificate (note that the certificate relates to the property and should be left for the next tenant if you move out). Electrical and soft furnishing checks are also carried out where necessary.

We advise landlords to fit smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, and if these are present you should check them regularly, replace the batteries if necessary and report any faults. The batteries should never be removed to use somewhere else.

You are also expected to use common sense in contributing to your own health and safety.