How to Prevent Fires at Home
May 18, 2022
In the UK every year there are more than 37,000 household fires. Of these 260 people lose their lives and over 7,000 are injured. Yet fire safety in the home is not often an issue that comes to mind in our day-to-day lives, despite there being numerous potential dangers in our homes.
This simple guide has been created to help raise awareness of the dangers of fire and smoke, and the simple steps you can take to stay safe.
Do not plug too many appliances into an electrical socket
Do not use damaged of frayed electrical cords or extension leads
Never use extension cords with heating and air condition equipment
Keep combustibles well clear of fires, heaters and stoves
Never smoke in bed or on soft furnishings
Keep matches and lighters away from children
Teach children the dangers of playing with fire
Purchase smoke alarms and fire extinguishers for EVERY floor of your home
Have an emergency escape plan
Close your downstairs doors at night before going to bed
FINALLY, test all smoke detectors regularly. If they are battery operated, change the batteries every 6 months when you change your clocks. Make sure they are within ear shot of your bedroom so they are loud enough to wake you in the middle of the night.
Please note that we provide easy-to-understand guidance. To make detailed decisions about your fire safety needs, you might require further advice from legislation. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if we can be of some assistance 01493 440464/ info@uksafetyproducts.com
