Managing property compliance doesn’t need to be complicated. For property and estate managers, staying on top of statutory responsibilities around fire safety, water hygiene, asbestos management and general health and safety can often feel like navigating a maze of regulations.

At Velway, we help simplify that process. As a trusted, national facilities management provider, we deliver fully integrated compliance solutions designed to help you maintain safe, legally compliant, and operationally efficient buildings.

What is Statutory Compliance?

Statutory compliance in facilities management refers to the legal obligations property owners and managers must meet to ensure their premises are safe for occupants and visitors. These requirements are governed by national legislation and enforced by regulatory bodies.

Non-compliance can result in serious consequences, including legal penalties, business disruption, and risks to health and safety.

Here’s a breakdown of the most critical areas of property compliance and how Velway helps manage them effectively.

 

Fire Safety Compliance

Fire safety remains one of the most regulated aspects of building management. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all non-domestic premises must have an up-to-date fire risk assessment, fully maintained fire detection systems, and documented evacuation procedures.

Velway provides comprehensive fire safety services including:

• Fire Risk Assessments
• Alarm and detection system testing
• Emergency lighting checks
• Fire door inspections and maintenance
• Fire extinguisher servicing and certification

Our proactive approach ensures your premises are protected and legally compliant, giving you peace of mind and reducing the risk of enforcement action.

Explore our Fire Safety services.

 

Water Hygiene and Legionella Control

Water hygiene compliance is governed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. The most notable risk is Legionella - a bacteria that can cause Legionnaires’ disease when inhaled through water mist.

Velway helps ensure compliance through:

• Legionella risk assessments
• Temperature monitoring
• TMV (thermostatic mixing valve) servicing
• Water tank inspection, cleaning, and chlorination
• Remedial works and reporting

Our team provides nationwide water hygiene services tailored to your building type and risk level.

See how we manage water compliance.

 

Asbestos Management

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 mandates that property owners must identify, manage, and regularly monitor asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). This is especially important in buildings constructed before 2000.

Velway’s asbestos compliance service includes:

• Asbestos surveys (management and refurbishment/demolition)
• Re-inspections and condition monitoring
• Creation and updating of Asbestos Registers
• Safe removal coordination and oversight

All work is carried out by trained professionals in accordance with HSE-approved practices.

 

Health & Safety Compliance

General workplace health and safety falls under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. For property managers, this covers a wide range of obligations including:

• Site safety inspections
• Risk assessments and method statements
• Permit-to-work systems
• Training and awareness programmes
• Compliance documentation and audits

At Velway, we integrate H&S compliance into our facilities management provision so you can maintain full oversight and accountability.

 

Why Velway?

Based just outside Wakefield with a support hub in Tamworth, Velway operates across the UK, delivering planned, reactive, and emergency facilities management services. We offer:

• Nationwide coverage with regional support
• In-house compliance specialists
• Real-time reporting and client portals
• A single point of contact for multiple services

Whether you're responsible for a commercial portfolio, a healthcare facility, or social housing assets, our integrated compliance model takes the pressure off internal teams while reducing risk and operational costs.

Learn more about our Compliance Services.

 

Final Thoughts

Navigating compliance doesn’t have to be a challenge. With a trusted FM partner like Velway, you gain a clear, proactive, and legally sound approach to statutory compliance - freeing up your time to focus on the day-to-day management of your buildings.

If you're unsure whether your buildings are fully compliant, speak to our team today about a compliance health check.

Contact us for more information or to book a consultation.