Every year, people die in house fires. Most die from
inhaling toxic smoke and dangerous fumes. Sadly, most household fires are
accidental and preventable.
Losing your home to fire is a devastating experience with
huge emotional and financial costs. By installing smoke alarms throughout your
home and preparing an escape plan, you can help protect your family and
property.
You can reduce your risk and improve your safety by taking
these simple steps:
- Install mains powered smoke alarms
- Develop and practice an Escape Plan with household members
- Be alert when cooking and never leave food unattended
- Never leave lit cigarettes to burn unattended
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Stay warm safely by keeping all items at least one
metre from a
heat source
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Clean chimneys and flues regularly from built-up ash and soot
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Always stay alert when using anything that may catch alight or start a
fire
- Never leave children unattended with
candles, matches and lighters
- Don't overload power boards, keep them free of dust and don't put
items on top of them
- If a fire starts in your home, leave immediately and call 000
- Remember, do not re-enter a burning house under any circumstances.