If you are the owner of a building (other than a house or outbuilding), you are responsible for its upkeep and maintenance – particularly its safety features.
Essential Safety Measures (ESM) are more than just a compliance box to tick, they are an integral investment into protecting any building and the people in it. Maintaining the essential safety measures will ensure that the building’s important safety systems are working at the required operational level throughout the life of the building. The type of maintenance needed depends on the complexity of the safety measure, equipment or feature, and on the maintenance program expected at the time of installation.
When you neglect your ESM you run the risk of owning or operating a building that is Non-compliant. This may result in an infringement notice being issued by Council or the Fire Authority, along with a fine. It may also result in your insurance being void, prosecution, or even substantial fines. More importantly, non-compliance could place building occupants at risk, as well as passers-by and the occupants of adjoining buildings.
With ESM, prevention and maintenance is the best tool you have to ensure you maintain compliance and keep the occupants of your building safe. Engaging a trusted, reputable and experienced ESM provider is the most effective way to ensure you meet all your required obligations.
