Building Safety Act 2022 - Section 156- Information for residents

Do you know your rights as a resident?

Following the introduction of Section 156 of the Building Safety Act, from 1 October, changes in legislation apply.

Under the Fire Safety Regulations (England) 2022 , legislation was introduced that required Responsible Persons (RPs) to provide residents with information on emergency procedures and the importance of fire doors.

The introduction of Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 from 1 October 2023, ensures that you as a resident are now entitled to receive more information from RPs.

In residential buildings with two or more domestic premises residents must be provided with information on the risks from fire and the fire safety measures in place to keep them safe. RPs now have a legal duty to provide you with this information. It’s vital for residents to have this information so they can be better prepared in the event of a fire.

What am I entitled to know as a resident?

• Any risks to residents identified in the fire risk assessment
• The fire safety measures provided for the safety of any or all occupants (such as the means of escape, the measures to restrict the spread of fire and what people should do in the event of a fire)
• The name and UK address of the Responsible Person
• The identity of any person appointed to assist with making or reviewing the fire risk assessment
• The identity of any competent person nominated by the Responsible Person to implement firefighting measures
• Any risks to relevant persons throughout the building that have been identified by other Responsible Persons in the building

Find out more about how to prepare in case of a fire