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Plean Amenity Housing
If you live in the Plean Complex - please read this
Our amenity housing complex is located in Plean. There are a number of common areas which mean that there are more health and safety matters to take into consideration.
There is no on-site warden or caretaker. If you have any questions about health and safety on the site please contact us. We usually run some on site safety events during the year so please try and come along.
n Laundry
Please make sure you are using machines properly and check the tumble dryer filters before use. Do not leave your laundry unattended when using the dryer and make sure you close the fire door properly. Report any issues immediately if there are any concerns regarding the safety of any equipment and stop using it. Do not allow people who are not residents to use the laundry - that includes family and friends.
n Communal Areas (including corridors/entrance hall) / Common Room
These are strictly no smoking. Report any concerns right away. Please do not leave personal
items in the common room.
n Kitchen
The communal kitchen is there for communal activities and should not be used for cooking by
individuals. If you wish to organise a communal event please contact the Estates Team in advance.
n Inspections
The Estates Team is formally on site once a month for a recorded inspection but will also drop in
to the complex from time to time. Get in touch if you need a catch up with them.
n Fire Protection
Each flat in the complex has its own set of fire, smoke, heat and carbon monoxide detectors.
These are not linked to a communal system.
There is a system that covers the communal areas, and this is tested and maintained by a specialist company on a regular basis. There is self testing emergency lighting in place.
n Fire Evacuation Plan
We would ask that each resident makes sure they have
a fire evacuation plan in place. If you need help with this, we are happy to help and will work with the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service and any carers you have in place to support you.
40 Paragon Housing Association Health and Safety Handbook