Who is responsible for gas safety in the flat?
As a landlord, you will have responsibilities under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. You will be legally responsible for making sure that the gas appliances, pipe-work and flues in the flat are safe and well maintained. You must arrange for a gas safety check to be carried out by a CORGI registered gas engineer each year and give your tenants a copy of the gas safety check record (CP12). You must also give your tenants a copy before they move in. Failure to meet these gas safety requirements can lead to criminal prosecution resulting in a large fine or possibly even imprisonment. For more information on gas safety and your responsibilities as a landlord, you can visit the Health and Safety Executive’s website at www.hse.gov.uk or call the gas safety advice line on 0800 300 363. You can also get a free copy of the Health and Safety Executive leaflet ‘A guide to landlords’ duties: Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998’ by contacting the Home Ownership
