With over 40 million Airbnb users across Europe and the US, and approximately 250,000 listings in the UK alone, the short-term accommodation rental market has seen extraordinary growth over the last 5 years. Currently, the average Airbnb host earns around £7,245 ($9,600) annually, making it a profitable venture for investors or casual landlords who want to make extra cash as a host. However, health and safety concerns are rising in the short-term rental market, highlighting where processes are yet to be put in place by hosts. A recent study of 127,183 Airbnb guests found that 16.5% of people complained online they had to call the police due to serious safety issues at the property. Phoenix Health & Safety, NEBOSH & IOSH specialists, shed light on the key things you need to know as an Airbnb host to avoid financial and legal risks within the market.