Fire Safety in the Home

Fire Safety Information

Together We Can STOP Fire:

S - is for Smoke alarms. Make sure you have at least one on every level/floor.

T - is for Test your smoke alarms weekly or ask someone to check it for you.

O - is for Obvious dangers. Look out for fire risks like overloaded sockets, candles and unattended appliances.

P - is for Plan your escape route. Keep access routes clear and have your keys at the ready.

 

Avoid:

• Overloading sockets:

• Charging phones overnight or on the bed:

• Smoking when tired
• Leaving burning candles unattended
• Leaving young children unattended
• Leaving matches and lighters where children can get them
• Leaving chip pans, frying pans, etc unattended:

• Standing too close to fires, heaters, etc
• Using faulty electrical appliances

 

Make sure to:

• Have your chimney cleaned at least once a year
• Use a sparkguard with open fires
• Use proper holders when burning candles
• Keep ashtrays empty when not in use
• Have a suitable fire extinguisher and fire blanket in your kitchen
• Have faulty electrical appliances repaired or replaced immediately
• Close all doors at night time
• Carry out a routine fire safety check before going to bed