Scottish vape shops not subject to mandatory fire safety audits
Scottish vape shops are generally considered 'general retail premises' and aren't automatically subject to fire safety audits.Summary
Scottish vape shops are typically classified as “general retail premises” and are not automatically assessed for fire risk by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). The SFRS prioritizes inspections for locations where people sleep, like hotels and care homes. Following a fire at a vape shop in Glasgow, officials indicated a willingness to reexamine regulations, particularly concerning the safety of lithium batteries used in vapes and other consumer electronics. While the SFRS inspects vape shops in response to complaints or after a fire, many registered vape shops in Glasgow have failed to provide updated information, and there is currently no licensing scheme to set standards or allow scrutiny of vape retailers. Fines can be levied for selling vapes without registration, but enforcement currently focuses on underage sales and illicit products.
(Source：The Herald)
