Did you know? - About 200 people a year die in accidental fires in the home. - Not having a working smoke alarm makes the risk of dying in a fire at least four times greater. - Faulty electrics cause around 6,000 fires in the home each year. - Two fires a day are started by candles. |
Smoke alarms save lives
Landlords must provide wired in and interlined smoke alarms but you, the tenant, are personally responsible for making sure they continue to work after the initial test.
Test your smoke alarms every month. If any of your smoke alarms beep, replace the battery as soon as possible. Only remove the battery when you are ready to replace it.
Your local fire and rescue service may be able to visit your home and check it for risks. Contact them for further information (not 999).
Most alarms nowadays will have an expiration date on the side. Please inform us about any smoke alarms that are out of date.
Stay safe with candles and cigarettes
Make sure cigarettes are put out properly after you have finished with them.
Be extra careful if you have been drinking alcohol or taking medication which may make you drowsy.
Be careful with candles and tea lights. Avoid placing them on or near materials that could burn or catch fire – like curtains.
Plan an escape route
Plan an escape route and make sure everyone knows how to escape. It could save your life.
Establish where the fire exits and alarms are if you live in a large or high level building.
Count how many doors you might need to go through to escape. It can be hard to see in smoke and you might become confused about where you are.
Keep all exits clear, even communal areas.
Keep fire doors closed. They help to slow down the spread of fire and will give you extra time to get out.
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