Around 50 people die each year from carbon monoxide
poisoning
St Leger Homes safeguards tenants by carrying
out regular safety checks, but you can also help protect yourself
and your family by being aware of potential problems.
Gas cookers, fires, heating boilers, paraffin
heaters, oil and solid fuel systems are all potential sources of
carbon monoxide.
Although older properties are more likely to
be a risk, the problem can also affect newer homes. Carbon
monoxide becomes a problem when appliances don’t work properly or
aren’t well ventilated.
It is essential that your appliances are
serviced regularly. If you are not sure when your annual
service is due, you can look on our servicing
programme or contact our Gas
Section
St Leger Homes has a legal duty to
safety check your gas appliances each year. You must allow our
representative into your home to carry out these
checks.
Although older properties are more likely to
be a risk, the problem can also affect newer homes.
It is also important to make sure you keep
your home well ventilated – never block up vents or airbricks and
put windows onto vent regularly.
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