Safety

HETAS Approved Biomass Maintenance Scheme (HABMS) consultation update 

Following the HABMS Working Group’s feedback, HETAS has been working to review how competency is both defined and demonstrated, and what additional assessments are necessary for operatives on the scheme.

New research raises questions about the future of indoor air quality 

A new paper exploring potential future disparities in indoor air quality has identified a number of challenges that may arise.

Stats reveal that over one-third of workplace fatalities are from falls

HETAS is proud to be supporting No Falls Week this year, promoting safe working at height in our industry.

Book a Sweep Success 2025

The HETAS Book a Sweep campaign, which ran from January to March 2025, has proven to be a significant success in promoting chimney safety across the UK.

Expert committee investigate the ways air pollution unequally affects the UK public

A recent report by the Air Quality Expert Group (AQEG) has looked into the different ways people are impacted by poor air quality.

Action taken against non-compliant installer following dangerous stove installation 

A HETAS inspector recently undertook an inspection in North Yorkshire following a complaint from a homeowner, finding the newly installed stove to be immediately dangerous.

Major UK stove manufacturer prohibited from listing 10 products on the UK market

Following previous enforcement, the OPSS have served a UK stove manufacturer with Stop Notices, preventing 10 products from being placed on the market.

Welsh Government announce upcoming amendments to solid fuel installation requirements 

Changes to building regulations in Wales come into effect 6 January 2025, with amendments being made regarding the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in homes.

Government announce a fundamental review of Building Regulations 

On December 2, Angela Rayner announced that the Approved Documents will undergo a fundamental review.

Enforcement action taken against major UK stove manufacturer 

Compliance notices have been issued in relation to Ecodesign and Energy Labelling after the manufacturer was found to have not made all relevant technical information and documentation available.