4 Conclusion
56. We welcome the Government consultation into
and review of the Building Regulations. After studying the issues
surrounding Part P and Part J of the Building Regulations, our
main recommendations are that:
- Part J should require that
all new-build houses be installed with audible, wired-up EN 50291-compliant
carbon monoxide alarms;
- Part P should not be reduced
in its current scope or operation;
- There should be better supervision
of Competent Person Scheme operators, to avoid any potential conflicts
of interest and distortions of the market;
- There should be greater public
awareness about the dangers of sub-standard electrical and gas
work in the home, and about the homeowners' responsibility and
liability in these areas. The Government should join with the
other main players to ensure that the public are better informed.
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