Fire chiefs celebrate safety law success

摘要

The regulations - which make it compulsory for all landlords to fit smoke alarrr s in rented homes - follows a high profile campaign led by a team from Cheshire and supported by the Chief Fire Officers Association. "I am delighted that the government recognised the strength of the case we put forward and the major improvements in public safety this simple step will bring about," said Mark Cashin, Cheshire's Deputy Chief Fire Officer and Chair of CFOA's Home Safety Committee. "While death and injuries from fires have reduced considerably in recent years, the majority of victims continue to be those who are most vulnerable, often living in private rented accommodation. "This change will improve the safety of families and stop dozens of people from losing their lives to fire each year. The cost to landlords is small, with a ten-year sealed alarm costing around £15."