Fires in the home kill several hundred people in the UK every year.
Small fires are more common, causing serious injuries and extensive damage to property and possessions. By following a few simple steps and maintaining a basic level of awareness you can considerably reduce the chances of fire in the home.
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Fit smoke alarms on each level in your home. Keep them free from dust and test them once a week. Ensure you change the batteries in your alarm every year. |
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Keep all exits in your home clear, so that people can escape if there is a fire. Make sure that everyone in your home can easily find keys for doors and windows. |
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Make a fire action plan so that everyone in your home knows how to escape if there is a fire. |
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Make sure cigarettes are stubbed out properly, disposed of carefully and never smoke in bed. |
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Keep matches and lighters where children cannot see or reach them. |
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Don't overload electrical sockets. Remember one plug for one socket. |
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Take extra care in the kitchen - accidents while cooking account for over half of fires in homes. Never leave young children alone in the kitchen. |
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Don't leave the TV or other electrical appliances on standby as this could cause a fire. Always switch them off and unplug when not in use. |
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Take extra care when cooking with hot oil. Consider buying a deep-fat fryer which is controlled by a thermostat. |
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Take special care when you are tired or when you've been drinking. |
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Never leave lit candles in an empty room or in rooms where children are left on their own. Make sure candles are in secure holders on a surface that does not burn and are away from any materials that could burn. |
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Get into the habit of closing doors at night. If you want to keep a child's bedroom door open be sure to close the doors to the lounge and kitchen. This may well help save your child's life if there is a fire. |
To download the full Newlec Guide to Fire Prevention click here or visit our literature download section.
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