New fire safety guidance comes into force on 1 October 2023
Commencement regulations for new fire safety legal provisions within section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 have been laid in Parliament.
Are you an owner or host of an Airbnb, caravan, or holiday home? If so, it's crucial to stay informed about the latest fire safety regulations impacting your property. The recent updates from the Home Office's fire safety reform programme Phase 3 are particularly pertinent, as they represent a significant advancement in fortifying fire safety across all FSO-regulated premises.
The updated regulations aim to enhance collaboration and coordination among responsible persons (RPs) while imposing more stringent requirements for the documentation and dissemination of fire safety information. Additionally, they streamline the enforcement process for authorities to address non-compliance issues effectively. Moreover, residents will now have access to comprehensive details concerning fire safety within their accommodations.
Recently, authorities have issued three new fire safety guides tailored for small non-domestic premises, small blocks of flats, and small sleeping accommodations, which may include properties like Airbnb rentals, caravans, and holiday homes. These guides are designed to supplant the outdated short guide to fire safety for premises. Furthermore, an updated fire risk assessment checklist has been released to assist responsible individuals in grasping and fulfilling the new mandates. This checklist will aid them in ensuring that their premises are safeguarded against fire hazards.
J.S.O Fire Safety Consultants warmly embraces these new regulations as a significant stride towards elevating fire safety standards nationwide. We encourage all responsible persons, including owners and hosts of Airbnb, caravan, and holiday home accommodations, to carefully review the revised guidelines and take requisite measures to ensure full compliance by October 1, 2023.