HMO fire safety is more demanding than a normal let. Here is what counts as an HMO and the fire rules that apply to landlords in England.
Does your HMO need emergency lighting? Here is when HMO emergency lighting is required and where conventional lighting is enough.
What HMO firefighting equipment do you need? Here is the guidance on extinguishers, fire blankets and where they belong in an HMO.
What HMO fire signage is required? Here is the guidance on fire action notices, exit signs and escape route marking in an HMO.
How often does an HMO EICR need doing? Here is the five-year electrical testing rule for HMOs and what the report codes mean.
What are the HMO gas safety rules? Here is the annual Gas Safe check, the record you must keep and how it ties into fire safety.
Does HMO furniture have to meet fire regulations? Here is what the HMO furniture fire regulations require for the items you provide.
How much does an HMO fire risk assessment cost? Here is what drives the price and how to judge whether a cheap assessment is worth it.
What are the penalties for HMO fire safety breaches? Here is what enforcement, fines and HMO fire safety penalties can mean for a landlord.
HMO vs single let fire safety: the duties differ more than landlords expect. Here is how the two compare across the main requirements.
Use this HMO fire safety checklist to see what councils and fire officers look for, from alarms to escape routes, records and management.
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