Health and safety for residents
We respond to every complaint reported to us by residents and offer advice on common safety concerns such as asbestos, gas, pesticides and petrol storage, and provide guidance or further support when needed.
Once you contact us, an officer will get in touch as soon as possible to confirm that your concern is being looked into. They may ask for more information if it is needed to help us understand the issue.
You can report a concern:
Telephone: 01582 510330
While we investigate all matters brought to us, each case is assessed individually. In some situations, we may direct you to advice or information that could help you resolve the issue without needing further involvement from us.
Common issues residents report
Many of the concerns we receive relate to:
- asbestos in the home – Health and Safety Executive
- gas safety for homeowners – Health and Safety Executive
- working alone – Health and Safety Executive
- construction or building work being done at your property – Health and Safety Executive
- using pesticides and storing them safely – Health and Safety Executive
Storing petrol safely at home
You are allowed to store small amounts of petrol at home, although we do not recommend it because petrol is highly flammable.
How much petrol you can store
You may store either:
- up to two plastic containers of five litres each
- up to two metal containers of 10 litres each
Each container must be clearly labelled with 'highly flammable' and 'petroleum'. Approved containers are available from some petrol stations and specialist retailers.
Where petrol should be stored
Petrol must not be stored inside your home.
It should be kept in a well ventilated area, such as a shed or garage, away from any source of ignition. Check the storage area regularly for leaks or strong petrol smells.