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What is a Landlord Gas Safety Certificate CP12?
Gas pipework and appliances in rental properties should be inspected each year by qualified engineers. The checks are also known as CP12 certificates and are required to be performed every year.
A CP12 is CORGI Proforma 12 - it was the official UK gas inspection document up to April 2009. Landlords must keep copies of their CP12 certificates for two years to allow for audits.
What is what is CP12?
A landlord gas safety certificate cp12 is documentation from an [MK Gas Safety](https://www.mkgassafety.co.uk/) Safe registered engineer that confirms the property's gas appliances and installations have been examined and certified. It is an obligation for landlords in the UK to ensure their tenants' health and wellbeing. Landlords must organize and keep up-to-date with CP12 Gas Inspections, ensure their gas systems in a good condition, and provide the CP12 Documentation to their tenants within a 28 day time frame following each inspection.
The CP12 is the abbreviation used for CORGI Proforma 12 which was the official title of the document from 1991 and April 2009. In April of that year the Council for Registered Gas Installers (CORGI) was replaced by Gas Safe Register. In the process, the CP12 was referred to as the Landlord Gas Safety Certificate.
A CP12 will also contain the name of the engineer who performed the inspection, as well as any immediate safety actions that are required. The location of each gas appliance is also recorded along with the results of any tests performed on flues, ventilation and other important information.
It is crucial for landlords to have a CP12 because without one, tenants can complain about the landlord to authorities under section 21 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. In some cases this could result in fines or even eviction.
Gas appliances that are not working properly can create carbon monoxide, which is a colourless and odourless gas that could be fatal when inhaled. Filter obstructions can stop harmful gases from exiting the building safely, resulting in an additional fire hazard. The CP12 is also an opportunity for landlords to inform tenants of any dangers that might exist in the building.
While it is legally required to maintain a CP12 in place but the process can be difficult for landlords of all kinds. Luckily, there are services that can help make the process simpler. For instance, Klipboard allows landlords to schedule their annual gas inspections in advance and receive reminders when it's time to renew. These services can save time and money for landlords, while ensuring that they are up-to-date on their CP12s.
Who is responsible for the health checkups?
As a landlord you are responsible for providing a secure environment for your tenants. This means ensuring all gas appliances are up to standards. It's important to have CP12 inspections each year, and to provide copies of these certificates when your tenants move into your property. If a landlord fails to provide an authentic CP12 they can be fined or even imprisoned.
A CP12 is a document created by a specialist engineer who will check every gas pipework, appliances and flues in your home. The CP12 contains the engineer's contact information along with an explanation and the where each appliance is located. The CP12 also has an expiry date. After it expires you'll need to make another appointment with a qualified gas safe engineer in order to renew it.
The CP12 is only available to engineers registered with the Gas Safe Register. The document is part of the building safety laws that are administered by the Health and Safety Executive.
Landlords are legally obliged to conduct a CP12 check on their properties as soon as they lease them out. They must also keep a record of this and provide their existing or new tenants with copies of the certificate. If the landlord fails to comply with the requirements, they could be punished with a fine or even jail time.
The responsibilities of landlords vary depending on the way in which the property is used, but there are some basic guidelines that everyone must abide by. These include making sure that the gas system is safe for tenants, repairing and maintaining the property, and supplying the necessary documentation for selling or moving out.
It is important to discuss this matter respectfully with your landlord if you believe that they're not meeting their legal obligations in regards to building safety. You might find that your landlord has forgotten to schedule the CP12 and you can give them a second chance to do it. If they continue not to comply with the laws you could file a complaint with HSE as an act of harm to public health.
What is included in a checkup?
The CP12 is a vital device that shields your tenants from the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. It's an obligation for landlords in the UK So ensure that you keep it in your property and present a copy to your tenants. This will demonstrate that you are concerned about your tenants' safety, and you take proactive steps to maintain your property standards.
A CP12 report provides information on the gas appliances and pipes installed in your rental property. It must be prepared by a licensed and qualified Gas Safe engineer. It will include the following:
Description and location of gas appliances. The appliances that passed or failed an inspection. Name, registration number, and signature of the engineer. The date of the inspection.
If the equipment is unsafe to use, the engineer should inform you and inform you of the required remedial steps. You must then arrange to have it repaired before the new CP12 can be issued.
In addition to checking the appliances in addition to examining the actual appliances, the CP12 will also look at any exhaust systems and flues in your home. This ensures that they're operating at the correct pressure, are leak-free and that they operate safely. The test will also ensure that the appliances are burning gas in a correct manner.
Along with a report of the inspection In addition, your CP12 will also contain the dates on which future inspections are due. It is recommended to plan your next inspections to be scheduled 12 months from the previous one. This will ensure that you always have a valid CP12 and prevent any delays in distributing new certificates to your tenants.
A CP12 certificate must be kept on the landlord's file for at least two years. You must provide a copy of the CP12 to your tenant at the time of their move-in and you must issue an updated CP12 after each inspection, within 28 days.
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations require you to ensure that all your properties that you rent are inspected every year for gas appliances. However, if your tenant is not willing to allow access for these checks, you must write to them explaining that the safety checks are a legal requirement and ask them to grant access. If they do not agree, you will only be able to disconnect their gas after you have taken all "reasonable steps" to gain access.
What is the best way to get CP12?
Finding a GasSafe registered engineer to perform a safety inspection at your property is the most efficient method to obtain an CP12 in the UK. There are numerous companies that offer CP12 inspections, and it's a good idea to conduct an easy Google search to locate one in your local area. Once you've found an engineer you can arrange a time for them to visit and carry out the inspection.
Landlords are legally obliged to be able to show a CP12 certificate in place prior to renting out their properties. This is to ensure that all gas appliances fittings, flues and fittings operate safely and are secure. Infractions to the regulations on gas safety could result in hefty fines, and even prison in certain instances. A valid CP12 certificate provides landlords with the peace of mind they need to ensure their tenants are safe and they are in compliance with legal requirements.
The CP12 will indicate if each appliance has passed the safety test or failed. The CP12 will also list any recommendations or repairs required to make an appliance safe. Landlords must respond within 28 days. They should also provide their tenants copies of CP12 within 28 days of the inspection.
The Health and Safety Executive may fine the landlord if they do not have a CP12 on file. They will also lose the right to evict tenants under Section 21 of 1988 Housing Act. This makes it more difficult for landlords who are worried about the safety of renting their properties.
While a CP12 is legally required for landlords, some are hesitant to perform an annual inspection. They often give excuses such as not remembering, being too busy or going away on holiday. Carbon monoxide poisoning can be dangerous to the safety of tenants.
Landlords can prevent this by reminding their tenants of the upcoming inspection. Klipboard is a tool that allows users to set up reminders for appointments like CP12 renewals. These reminders are sent out via email, SMS or mobile app and will help tenants stay on the top of their maintenance obligations.