The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022

Amends/Commences: New Legislation
 
Comes into force: 23/01/2023
 
Jurisdiction: England
 
These Regulations require the responsible person (i.e. building owner or manager) to take precautions to reduce the risk of harm from fire in residential high-rise, medium and low rise buildings. The responsible person has a duty to:

• instal and maintain a secure information box;
• prepare a building plan;
• ensure each floor is clearly marked and visible in low lighting conditions;
• provide comprehensible fire safety instructions;
• inspect communal fire doors; and
• maintain a record of external walls.

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