There is much you can do to protect your family and your home from the danger of fire – the key things to remember are:
- Fit a working smoke alarm
- Take care when cooking and never leave cooking unattended
- Plan and practise your escape route
- Make a bedtime check
- Don’t overload your electrics
- Put cigarettes right out
- Use candles carefully
- Have your chimney swept regularly
The following leaflets are available to download:
There is also a British Sign Language version of the Fire Safety In The Home leaflet, issued by the FireKills campaign.
See also:
- Home Fire Safety visits (sometimes referred to as a Safe & Well visit) – a free service to help you stay safe at home.
- Threat of Arson – If you are referring someone due to a Threat of Arson, please complete this form.
- Safer housing – advice for anyone owning/living in high-rise accommodation, for housing landlords, and anyone living in rented or shared housing.
- Information for adults – for queries regarding Group Talks to Adults