Who is responsible for window restrictors and safety glazing?
The landlord is responsible for the structure, which includes windows. Where there is a fall risk from an upper-floor window, particularly with children in occupation, a hazard assessment is likely to expect restrictors and safe glazing.
3 min read · Updated 2 August 2026
Overview
The landlord is responsible for the structure, which includes windows. Where there is a fall risk from an upper-floor window, particularly with children in occupation, a hazard assessment is likely to expect restrictors and safe glazing.
Practical guidance
- Fit restrictors to accessible upper-floor windows and check them at inspections.
- Replace cracked or non-safety glazing in low-level and door panels.
- Log every repair report and the date you attended.
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General information for UK landlords and letting agents, not legal advice. Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland — check your local requirements or take advice before acting.