Hazard reference
Fire, electrical hazards and explosions
Possible fire risks, damaged electrical installations or other urgent safety concerns.
← All hazards
England
Current emergency duties are relevant; wider significant hazards are intended for Phase 2.
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Full national scope and qualifications →Scotland
Other safety and repair duties apply; not the new damp/mould timetable.
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Full national scope and qualifications →Wales
Within the WHQS hazard categories, subject to its conditions.
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Full national scope and qualifications →Northern Ireland
Check Northern Ireland’s fitness and repair framework; do not import HHSRS deadline rules from another nation.
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Full national scope and qualifications →This is Knowledge Centre editorial guidance. Do not use generic descriptions or sensor readings alone to classify a household’s legal risk or safety.
Official sources checked . Review due — check the original sources before relying on this status.