• You’re more than twice as likely to die in a fire if you do not have a working smoke alarm? ..read more
Making sure you have a working smoke alarm only takes a few seconds and could save the lives of your loved ones. If you get into a routine of testing your smoke alarm every week, you can rest easier knowing that you and your family are safer from fire. Get it. Install It. Check it.

• You should plan your escape? ..read more
If you discover a fire, having an escape plan is vital to ensuring that you get out safely. The best route is the normal way in and out of your home, but you should think of a second route in case the first one is blocked. You should practice it with those in your household and review it if the layout of your home changes. Get Out. Stay Out. Call 999.

• Every five days someone dies from a fire caused by a cigarette? ..read more
Cigarettes are the biggest cause of fire-related deaths in the home and if you are a smoker, you should make sure that you dispose of cigarettes and other smoking material as carefully as you can. Put it out. Right out

• Over half of home fires are caused by cooking accidents? ..read more
The kitchen can be a dangerous place so you should avoid leaving children alone in the kitchen when cooking on the hob; keep matches and sauce pan handles out of the reach of children; keep tea towels and cloths away from the cooker and hob; keep the oven, hob and grill clean and in good working order.Get Out, Stay Out and Call 999.

• Faulty electrics (appliances, wiring and overloaded sockets) cause around 7,000 house fires across the country every year? ..read more
Electrical appliances should be kept clean and in good working order to prevent them triggering a fire. Make sure you turn appliances off when you are not using them.

• Three fires a day are started by candles? ..read more
Candles are ever-growing in popularity however, if they are not used carefully, they can lead to fire. Make sure candles are secured in a proper holder and away from materials that may catch fire. Put candles out when you leave the room, making sure they’re out completely at night, and don’t ever leave children alone with candles.

• You are more at risk from fire when you are asleep?
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It is a good idea to check your home before you go to bed. A quick bedtime check can be the difference between a peaceful, restful night and a tragedy. Make sure you close inside doors at night and turn off and unplug electrical appliances unless they are designed to be left on – like your freezer. Ensure exits are kept clear and that door and window keys are kept where everyone can find them.

• Your local fire and rescue service offer free advice and guidance on how to keep safe from fire? ..read more
If you would like that extra piece of mind, you should contact your local fire and rescue service. They offer a free home fire risk check service, where a fire fighter will visit you and offer you advice specific to your home and living situation. They may even install a free working smoke alarm, where necessary. You can find their number in the phone book (not 999).

Further Information

The Communities and Local Government Fire Kills Campaign: This website is packed with tips, fire safety movies, leaflets and games. You may also want to visit the online fire station for kids with your children, to teach them vital safety lessons through fun interactive tools and games.

Fire Safety for Parents and Child Carers

Fire Safety for People in Rented or Shared Accommodation

Fire Safety for People with Sight, Hearing of Mobility Difficulties

Fire Safety for Gypsies and Travellers

Fire Safety Outdoors

Fire Safety in Winter

Fire Safety on Boats

Fire Safety when Celebrating

Wishing you a Safe and Happy Christmas

Fire Safety: A Safety Guide for Students

Taking Fire Safety Further at School

The Fire Protection Association (FPA): The FPA is UK’s National Fire Safety Organisation, providing training, publications, membership, consultancy and research. Recent publications include the comprehensive DVD training programme, Fire Safety in Schools, and an accompanying School Fire Safety Checklist.