HMOWTR10010 - Health and Safety: Do you need to be aware of Health and Safety (H&S) issues before visiting an owner

Yes. You need to be aware of H&S issues when visiting any premises for assurance or approval purposes. Before visiting commercial premises, you should seek a copy of the H&S risk assessment for the building, which the operator has a legal obligation to maintain.

Before visiting businesses, you should consider whether or not there is any risk of violence or personal safety and plan accordingly e.g. it is often good practice to visit in pairs.