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Under common law,
Landlords have a duty to ensure the safety of rented property and its contents
to protect tenants, occupants, neighbours or the public from injury or damage
The following are statutory Safety Legislations applicable to rented
properties, which must be adhered to by Landlords:
- Gas
Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1988
- Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994
- Furniture
and Furnishing (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 as amended in 1993
Defence
of Due Diligence - There are several penalties for non-compliance with
the regulations, including fines and possible prison sentences. In the event of
death, charges could extend to manslaughter. We therefore consider it imperative
that Landlords ensure compliance.
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