News: Council Invests in Improved CCTV network
www.doncaster.gov.uk/News/council-invests-in-improved-cctv-networkEnsuring the safety and well-being of our community is a top priority for the City of Doncaster.
Content tagged with: safety
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Damp, mould & condensation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/damp-mould-condensationComplaints about damp and mouldy properties are common especially during the winter months when condensation is more likely to occur. Disputes between landlords and tenants concerning who should take action to remedy a damp and/ or condensation problem are also not unusual owing to the complex range of factors that can lead to the problem occurring. This page will provide you with helpful information about what can be done to alleviate damp and mould problems and what we can do to assist.
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Houses in multiple occupation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/houses-in-multiple-occupationHouses in multiple occupation with five or more tenants belonging to two or more households, require a licence from the council.
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The Safer Stronger Doncaster Partnership
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/crime-anti-social-behaviour-nuisance/the-safer-doncaster-partnershipWhat is the Safer Stronger Doncaster Partnership?
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Fire safety in private rented accommodation (non-HMO)
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/fire-safety-in-private-rented-accommodation-non-hmoLandlords have a legal obligation to make sure that the risk posed by fire is managed and that safety measures are in place to reduce the risk. Council officers carrying out risk based inspections under the HHSRS must consider fire safety as part of the overall assessment of property standards and you will be expected to do all that is reasonable in the interests of safety. Specific regulations apply in addition to a risk based approach which are detailed in this page.
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Electrical Safety in Private Rented Accommodation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/electrical-safety-in-private-rented-propertyWe recognise that most landlords fully understand their obligations to keep electrical installations in repair and good working order and that most already undertake regular electrical safety checks. Regulations are now in force requiring that landlords have the electrical installation at their properties checked at least once every five years.
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Community Safety
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/crime-anti-social-behaviour-nuisance/community-safetyThe Community Safety Team work to improve communities across Doncaster. The team works alongside the Police, Fire Authority, Probation Service, NHS, and voluntary sector as part of the Safer Stronger Doncaster Partnership.
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Technology, Sensors and Pendant Alarms (Home alarm)
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/adult-social-care/home-alarm-and-telecare-serviceThese days there is loads of technology available that people are using (often with help from relatives) to stay independent, safe and well. Take a look at the examples below for some inspiration.
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Staying safe in the sun
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/health-wellbeing/stay-safe-in-sunKey public health messages on staying safe in the sun
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Mud on Road Guidance
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/transport-streets-parking/mud-on-road-guidanceThese guidance notes refer to instances where an owner/occupier or contractor of land or property adjacent to a highway deposits soil, mud or other debris upon a highway. The definition of a public highway includes footways, footpaths and adjacent verges, bridleways as well as the road itself whether adopted or not.
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