• An EPC is a document which shows the energy efficiency and carbon emissions of a property.  
• The property is given a rating between A and G. The EPC is provided as part of an energy report which highlights recommendations for increasing the energy efficiency of the property and reducing the carbon emissions and it includes an estimate of how much these changes may cost. 
• It is valid for 10 years.

The Legionella Risk Assessment assesses the tenants risk of exposure to Legionella bacteria when living in the property. 

Landlords are required to do the following or appoint someone competent to do it on their behalf:

• Understand legionella bacteria and Legionnaire’s disease
• Be able to identify & assess sources of risk
• Manage those risks
• Prevent and control any risks
• Keep records and carry out any legal duties
• Carry out a risk assessment
• Manage, prevent and control identified risks
• Periodically review the risks

Outbreaks of Legionnaire’s disease are rare but they are often fatal and it is therefore essential to consider your obligations carefully.

• The PAT checks the safety of all portable appliances in the property including white goods.
• PAT to be carried out annually

The EICR checks the overall condition of the electrical installations within the property. 

Requirements:

• EICR to be carried out minimum of every 5 years
•  A copy given to tenants.

Requirements for electrical safety are outlined in the Scottish Government Statutory Guidance on Electrical Installations and Appliances in Private Rented Property.  Here>>

Requirements:

• one functioning smoke alarm in the room which is frequently used by the occupants for general daytime living purposes (normally the living room/lounge)
• one functioning smoke alarm in every circulation space on each storey, such as hallways and landings, or in main room if no landing in upper storey
• one heat alarm in every kitchen,
• all alarms should be ceiling mounted, and
• all alarms should be interlinked.

• CO alarms must be fitted in all properties containing a combustion device (gas, oil or solid fuel – except those used solely for cooking) as follows:
• In each space containing an appliance (if a cupboard may be outside the cupboard)
• In each bedroom or living room where the flue from an appliance passes through
• Alarms should be powered by batteries designed to last the life of the alarm
• Alarms can be mains powered but not plug in types
• Alarms must be fitted to meet the relevant British Standard

• The Gas Safety Certificate checks the condition of all gas appliances in the property. 
• Gas Safety Certificate to be carried out annually
• Certificates must be kept for 2 years and a copy given to tenants