Consumer safety in rented accommodation for tenants
(for all nations)
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When choosing rented, furnished, accommodation, check the furnishings and appliances carefully.
Upholstered furniture generally must have covers which resists ignition from a match flame test, upholstery which resists ignition from a smouldering cigarette test, appropriate filling materials and the required labelling.
Electrical goods and gas appliances must be safe with appropriate instructions where necessary. All goods supplied must be safe and these may include paraffin heaters, gas catalytic heaters, glazing, lawnmowers, ironing boards, chairs and step ladders.
