Hazard reference
Hygiene, sanitation and food safety
Disrepair affecting facilities, sanitation, pests or safe food preparation.
← All hazards
England
Expanded significant scope is intended for Phase 2; emergencies already require assessment.
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Full national scope and qualifications →Scotland
Use existing fitness, repair and safety duties.
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Full national scope and qualifications →Wales
Covered categories depend on the specific defect and WHQS 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.
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