Training on Required Housing Standards and Relevant Regulatory Requirements

This course has been developed to ensure that security personnel and operational staff working in or around residential properties are aware of the legal and regulatory housing standards that govern accommodation in the UK. It provides essential knowledge to support legal compliance, protect resident wellbeing, and clarify the boundaries of your professional responsibilities. The course addresses requirements specific to both England and Scotland and explains how staff can identify and respond appropriately to breaches in housing standards.

Overview

By the end of the course, learners will:

• Importance of Understanding Housing Standards in a Security or Operational Context
• Overview of Housing Standards in the UK
• How Poor Housing Contributes to Safeguarding and Health Risks
• Key Housing Standards in England
• Licensing Requirements (e.g. HMOs, Selective Licensing)
• Minimum Room Sizes and Overcrowding Rules
• Fire Safety and Electrical Standards (Including the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022)
• Key Housing Standards in Scotland
• Duties of Private Landlords under the Housing (Scotland) Acts
• Landlord Registration and Letting Agent Code of Practice
• Differences Between English and Scottish Law
• Identifying and Reporting Housing Standard Breaches
• Supporting Resident Wellbeing and Professional Boundaries
• Responsibilities and Legal Risk for Security Staff and Employers

This course is CPD Certified

Duration

Online 1 - 2 Hours

Learning Aims & Outcome

This can include a variety of tasks, such as:

• Describe the key housing standards and legal requirements in both England and Scotland
• Recognise the differences between English and Scottish housing law
• Identify common signs of housing standard breaches and hazards
• Understand your duty to report or escalate risks to resident safety or wellbeing
• Clarify your role and professional boundaries in relation to housing conditions
• Appreciate the legal and reputational risks of ignoring housing non-compliance

Assesment

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 100%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don’t pass don’t worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.