Ensuring compliance & fire safety in HMOS
At Pyrotec, we’re a fire risk assessment company, that understands the fire safety challenges that come with all types of property, this can include purpose built flats, buildings converted into flats and houses with rented rooms. There is also a legal requirement to have a fire risk assessment for short term lets and all commercial buildings. A fire risk assessment must be reviewed regularly and is an important step to safeguarding tenants, staff and customers by identifying hazards and implementing measures to prevent a fire. A fire risk assessment keeps you compliant with Government regulations while also providing landlords and company owners with legal protection in the event of unforeseen incidents.
Legal fire Safety regulations for HMO
You can find the fire safety regulations for HMOs in the Housing Act 2004 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It is the responsibility of the property owner or manager to carry out an HMO fire risk assessment and implement risk measures. The Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation (England) Regulations 2006 defines the responsibilities of licence holders and tenants, with many local councils extending these requirements to Selective Licensing schemes. Ensuring compliance with these regulations for HMO is essential for protecting both your tenants and your property.
Key Elements of a HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Our fire risk assessments for HMO are required to:
- Identify persons at risk
- Recognise hazards and potential fire risks
- Determine fire safety equipment and assets
- Include and document information regarding further action
- Have a definitive date for a subsequent fire risk assessment
Using a handheld tablet, we can provide a custom mobile application in order to produce a fire risk assessment report in accordance with the PAS 79 format. As a fire risk assessment company, we can offer corresponding photos of hazards and risks identified during fire risk assessments, together with expert advice and guidance on the preventive measures which should be taken, along with any action required to rectify or correct any issues which could cause fire to break out or spread.
Our fire safety in HMOS services
Fire alarm services
Our services include fire alarm maintenance, repairs and fire alarm installation of a range of different systems. Including wireless alarms and emergency lighting solutions. Our systems are designed to meet the specific needs and regulations for HMO.
Fire extinguisher services
We provide installation and maintenance on a range of fire extinguishers for your HMO properties from foam, CO2 and water extinguishers to powder and wet chemical extinguishers.
Fire safety training
We deliver comprehensive fire safety training which can be specifically tailored to the needs of HMOs. This ensures that both landlords and tenants understand the procedures and their responsibilities.
Fire doors and exits
We provide installation services on internal fire doors and external fire doors. Our services cover replacement doors, maintenance and repairs of fire doors and thorough surveys to meet the highest safety standards in HMO properties.
Fire safety equipment
From sprinklers and signage to automatic opening vents, wet risers, and dry risers, we provide essential fire safety equipment for HMOs. Our expert team ensures that all equipment is installed and maintained in HMOs to the highest standards of compliance.
Passive fire protection
Our passive fire protection services include fire barriers, fire stoppage, and kitchen suppression systems. These measures are key to preventing the spread of fire within an HMO and protecting both lives and property by containing potential fires.
Highly-experienced and fully-qualified specialists
At Pyrotec, we boast a team of highly experienced and fully qualified specialists. We are dedicated to ensuring your fire safety in HMOs is always a priority. You can count on us to carry out our HMO fire risk assessments to the highest standards and cover all your fire service needs.
If you own or manage HMOs in Brighton, Eastbourne, Crawley, or surrounding areas, get in touch with our team today. We’re here to provide expert support and guidance specific to your property’s needs.