Residential Services

Fire Safety

There are a number of health and safety guidelines you must follow prior to letting out your property. These guidelines are in place to both protect you legally and alsoto ensure the safety of individuals / families who are residing within the property.

Fire-resistant furniture is an area where regulations are very strict in respect of rental accommodation. There are no "ifs" or "buts" when it comes to this and all landlords must make sure that all relevant items / furniture, meet the guidelines set under the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire)(Safety) Amendment Regulations 1993. As a general guide whilst letting, furniture that was made prior to 1988 is unlikely to meet the required standards and should either be removed or replaced before letting the property. Failure for non-compliance of these regulations are substantial should an accident occur; including large fines and even prison sentences imposed on the landlord.

The following furniture / items that are generally found within a property and that contain upholstery should be checked:

• Beds, sofa beds and futons (including headboards and mattresses)
• Children's or nursery furniture
• Patio / garden furniture that might be used within the property
• Cushions, pillows (including chair cushions and sofas)

Gas Safety

There are a number of health and safety guidelines you must follow prior to letting out your property. These guidelines are in place to both protect you legally and alsoto ensure the safety of individuals / families who are residing within the property.

Fire-resistant furniture is an area where regulations are very strict in respect of rental accommodation. There are no "ifs" or "buts" when it comes to this and all landlords must make sure that all relevant items / furniture, meet the guidelines set under the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire)(Safety) Amendment Regulations 1993. As a general guide whilst letting, furniture that was made prior to 1988 is unlikely to meet the required standards and should either be removed or replaced before letting the property. Failure for non-compliance of these regulations are substantial should an accident occur; including large fines and even prison sentences imposed on the landlord.

The following furniture / items that are generally found within a property and that contain upholstery should be checked:

• Beds, sofa beds and futons (including headboards and mattresses)
• Children's or nursery furniture
• Patio / garden furniture that might be used within the property
• Cushions, pillows (including chair cushions and sofas)