A fire that started in a Housing Association block of flats, was reported in June 2014. The cause of the fire at time of writing this article is unknown but the fire reportedly caused 30 people to be evacuated. Most of them at the time became homeless but subsequently a Moat Housing Spokesman stated that 9…
DetailsWe’re pleased to say that from our perspective, after a telephone call today, Scotland is leading the way in listening to the case we are presenting to Government. More than any other in the UK. they completely understand and officially engage with us on matters outlined below. There is no independent measure of competence…
DetailsElectrical Product Recalls have long been a problem for Landlords. Many of them perhaps are not even aware they exist, but for the Fire Service, there isn’t any doubt as you can see from the this short video. In the short 45 Second clip, you’ll see the Chief Fire Officers Association highlighting the problem…
DetailsAnother Hotpoint/Indesit Recall has just been announced. This time if you have one of the 330,000 EOS Range of Dishwashers then you had better contact Hotpoint. If you own a Hotpoint dishwasher with the affected serial numbers then we advise you to take action. Hotpoint have identified that there is a low risk…
DetailsNews just in that The Scottish Government agrees to engage EEESafe on preparing draft guidance under an amendment to the Housing Bill. They have noted our points on ensuring people carrying out Electrical Safety Checks have a need to demonstrate their competence. This is what our Competent Person EEESafe DAT scheme does. They…
DetailsRecently, Argos announced that two different models of washing machines they had sold had become part of a Product Recall. This meant that anyone who had purchased these appliances were risking the potential of a home bursting into flames. To identify if you have one of the models, watch this short video. If you are a Landlord…
DetailsWe are proud to launch our new Banner promoting the National Appliance Safety Register. We think it demonstrates the powerful yet simplistic message of the Free Service we offer. There are many benefits affiliated to Registering your Appliances with EEESafe, as you can see from the full but not exhaustive list. We…
DetailsWe agree with Dr Michael Warhurst of Friends of the Earth. In answer to the question, “what is best, to put waste in the ground or burn it for energy?” He says before you put in in the ground if you are going to have to landfill, you should maximise all the removable recyclables.…
DetailsPrompted by todays ITV News item which highlighted again, that age old problem of Product Recalls. Unfortunately it was too late for some people and particularly Mr Danny Nash as you’ll see from reading Chris Choi’s excellent article and watching the video. Chris is ITV’s consumer Editor. Although the Manufacturers followed Trading Standards Guidelines, these very…
DetailsWe’re happy to announce that we’re engaging with Policy Units of each Government in the UK. We’re attempting to get them to place a duty on Landlords to inform tenants when their Large Domestic Appliances become part of a Recall. We have support from some Housing Sectors already and engaging with Working Groups to…
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