COMPLIANCE – FIRE AND FURNISHINGS Compliance Corner – The Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1988
The items below are included if they contain upholstery (soft furnishings):
Every so often, we are going to cover a Regulation or an Act, to share what it means, what it covers, and what you need to do as a landlord. This week, we are turning the spotlight on furnishings because they are so often overlooked. It’s not a catchy topic, so it’s not one that you will hear people talk about often but, if you have ever had the misfortune to witness a fire, then you will understand why we consider it so important. Take the time to get it right, know your responsibilities and keep your tenants safe and yourself compliant!
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What are The Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1988?
REGULATIONS, REQUIREMENTS & DUTIES The Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations came into force on 1st November 1988, to protect furnished goods against fire. They set the levels of fire resistance for domestic upholstered furniture, furnishings, and other products containing upholstery. It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure that any furniture left at the property complies with these regulations. 24
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Sofa beds & futons Beds, headboards, mattresses and bed bases. Sofas, armchairs and foot stalls Nursery furniture Garden furniture suitable for use indoors (deckchairs & parasols are not covered) Scatter cushions and seat pads Pillows Padded seats Loose and stretch furniture covers
