Top Tips for Fire Safety
- Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas.
- Test smoke alarms every month.
- Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year.
- If a fire occurs in your home, GET OUT, STAY OUT and CALL FOR HELP.
Who is accountable for all matters relating to fire safety?
As laid out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, employers, owners or landlords are responsible for the fire safety of anyone working or living on their premises. Their duties to those under their provision include: carrying out fire risk assessments of the premises with regular reviews.
What is a fire safety policy document?
A fire safety policy demonstrates fire safety procedures and what people should do during the unlikely event of a fire. A fire safety policy should include a policy statement covering immediate evacuation, raising the alarm and reporting any concerns.
What fire equipment should I have at home?
Important fire and overall safety products for your home include a fire escape ladder, smoke detectors, a fire extinguisher, fire blankets and carbon monoxide alarms.
How can I ensure fire safety at home?
Home fire safety checklist
- Installing an adequate number of suitable smoke alarms and testing them regularly is the first step in your home fire safety plan.
- Having a written escape plan in case of fire and practicing it regularly.
- Make sure keys to all locked doors are readily accessible in case you need to escape.
What are 3 common causes of accidental fires in people’s homes?
Did you know?
- Electrical appliances and faults cause almost 40% of home fires.
- The use of heaters, cigarettes and candles are common causes of fires.
- You’re twice as likely to die in a home fire if you don’t have a working smoke alarm.
- The use of heaters, cigarettes and candles are common causes of fires.
Who is at a high risk of home fire safety?
The most vulnerable groups of people include adults 65 or older, children under the age of five and people with disabilities. It is important to acknowledge the increased risk for these groups and plan accordingly to help keep them safe.
What is fire safety risk assessment?
As the responsible person you must carry out and regularly review a fire risk assessment of the premises. This will identify what you need to do to prevent fire and keep people safe. You must keep a written record of your fire risk assessment if your business has 5 or more people.
