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Regulation 3(1)
1. Exposure to house dust mites, damp, mould or fungal growths.
2. Exposure to low temperatures.
3. Exposure to high temperatures.
4. Exposure to asbestos fibres or manufactured mineral fibres.
5. Exposure to chemicals used to treat timber and mould growth.
6. Exposure to—
(a)carbon monoxide;
(b)nitrogen dioxide;
(c)sulphur dioxide and smoke.
7. The ingestion of lead.
8. Exposure to radiation.
9. Exposure to uncombusted fuel gas.
10. Exposure to volatile organic compounds.
11. A lack of adequate space for living and sleeping.
12. Difficulties in keeping the dwelling or HMO secure against unauthorised entry.
13. A lack of adequate lighting.
14. Exposure to noise.
15.—(1) Poor design, layout or construction such that the dwelling or HMO cannot readily be kept clean.
(2) Exposure to pests.
(3) An inadequate provision for the hygienic storage and disposal of household waste.
16. An inadequate provision of facilities for the storage, preparation and cooking of food.
17. An inadequate provision of—
(a)facilities for maintaining good personal hygiene;
(b)sanitation and drainage.
18. An inadequate supply of water free from contamination, for drinking and other domestic purposes.
19. Falls associated with toilets, baths, showers or other washing facilities.
20. Falling on any level surface or falling between surfaces where the change in level is less than 300 millimetres.
21. Falling on stairs, steps or ramps where the change in level is 300 millimetres or more.
22. Falling between levels where the difference in levels is 300 millimetres or more.
23. Exposure to electricity.
24. Exposure to uncontrolled fire and associated smoke.
25. Contact with—
(a)controlled fire or flames;
(b)hot objects, liquid or vapours.
26. Collision with, or entrapment of body parts in, doors, windows or other architectural features.
27. An explosion at the dwelling or HMO.
28. The position, location and operability of amenities, fittings and equipment.
29. The collapse of the whole or part of the dwelling or HMO.
Regulation 2
1. A Class I harm is such extreme harm as is reasonably foreseeable as a result of the hazard in question, including—
(a)death from any cause;
(b)lung cancer;
(c)mesothelioma and other malignant tumours;
(d)permanent paralysis below the neck;
(e)regular severe pneumonia;
(f)permanent loss of consciousness;
(g)80% burn injuries.
2. A Class II harm is such severe harm as is reasonably foreseeable as a result of the hazard in question, including—
(a)cardio-respiratory disease;
(b)asthma;
(c)non-malignant respiratory diseases;
(d)lead poisoning;
(e)anaphylactic shock;
(f)cryptosporidiosis;
(g)legionnaires disease;
(h)myocardial infarction;
(i)mild stroke;
(j)chronic confusion;
(k)regular severe fever;
(l)loss of a hand or foot;
(m)serious fractures;
(n)serious burns;
(o)loss of consciousness for days.
3. A Class III harm is such serious harm as is reasonably foreseeable as a result of the hazard in question, including—
(a)eye disorders;
(b)rhinitis;
(c)hypertension;
(d)sleep disturbance;
(e)neuropsychological impairment;
(f)sick building syndrome;
(g)regular and persistent dermatitis, including contact dermatitis;
(h)allergy;
(i)gastro-enteritis;
(j)diarrhoea;
(k)vomiting;
(l)chronic severe stress;
(m)mild heart attack;
(n)malignant but treatable skin cancer;
(o)loss of a finger;
(p)fractured skull and severe concussion;
(q)serious puncture wounds to head or body;
(r)severe burns to hands;
(s)serious strain or sprain injuries;
(t)regular and severe migraine.
4. A Class IV harm is such moderate harm as is reasonably foreseeable as a result of the hazard in question, including—
(a)pleural plaques;
(b)occasional severe discomfort;
(c)benign tumours;
(d)occasional mild pneumonia;
(e)broken finger;
(f)slight concussion;
(g)moderate cuts to face or body;
(h)severe bruising to body;
(i)regular serious coughs or colds.
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