Lithium-ion batteries are now part of everyday life. From mobile phones and laptops to e-bikes, power tools and power banks, they are widely used by residents across blocks of flats. Their growing popularity, however, has raised an important and increasingly common question for landlords, managing agents and residents alike: Are lithium-ion batteries allowed in blocks …
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Fire safety in blocks of flats: key risks to address this winter Fire safety in blocks of flats remains a critical issue for landlords, managing agents and freeholders. As we move through winter into spring 2026, changing seasonal behaviours, increased time spent indoors and the rapid growth of battery-powered devices continue to shape fire risk …
Grenfell is sadly a name which will have a negative connotation for many generations. We hope lessons have been learned, but more importantly, legislation changes to ensure residents’ safety are being adopted unilaterally. In a very brief summary of the Grenfell report, showing ‘systematic dishonesty of the manufacturers of the products used’, other bodies and organisations …
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As summer approaches, the Charles Cox Property Group want to provide you with vital information to help safeguard your property. It is crucial to understand and be familiar with standard safety measures and protocols in areas such as fire safety, asbestos management and storage of electronic motorised vehicles. One of the most important fire …
How often does your block management company inspect your fire doors? It is a legal requirement for responsible persons, for all multi-occupied residential buildings in England, over 11m in height to carry out annual checks of all flat entrance doors, including self-closing doors, that lead to common areas of a building. There should be quarterly …
At the Charles Cox Property Group, the safety and well-being of residents are of utmost importance. We understand the critical significance of fire safety in residential blocks and are dedicated to providing exceptional block management services while strictly adhering to regulatory compliance standards. Here are some key fire safety tips and best practices tailored for …
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Learn about changes to Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 and how they have placed additional duties on the Responsible Person.
Unfortunately due to the recent Grenfell Tower disaster, Fire Risk Assessments and the issue of compartmentalisation has been a hot topic amongst the leasehold world. Whilst it is highly likely that in due course formal central government guidance will be issued (which will replace the current guidelines) these must be looked at in context of …
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