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…nt being 4 – 8 hours per event day. Help us to evaluate our Safer Homes Visits (Safer Homes Volunteer) – Every year we carry out around 20,000 Safer Homes Visits in the Teesside area, providing smoke detectors as well as discussing safety in the home, escape routes and the offer of partnership referrals where appropriate. An essential part of what we do is evaluating these to ensure that visits con…
…Dump your chip pan – every year they cause 20% of all accidental home fires in the UK. Use a thermostat-controlled deep fat fryer or an air fryer instead Dressed to impress? Don’t wear loose clothing when cooking – it can easily catch fire Turned on? Don’t forget to turn off – oven, hob and grill or other appliances when you have finished cooking In the event of a fire – Get Out, Stay Out and Call…
…en for a moment.” The warnings come in support of National Candle Fire Safety Week (24 – 30 October.) The simple safety rules for candles, tea lights and scented candles include: Fire resistant holders – always place candles and tea lights in a suitable candleholder Place on flat, stable surfaces – and ensure the surface is heat resistant Keep away from fabric – such as curtains, furniture, and any…
…medical professional, go to a hospital if you feel unwell after a fire. Cleaning up after a fire Before starting to clean, make sure you consult your insurance company. They may want you to use their preferred professional cleaners. If you are cleaning up yourself, much dirt and soot from a fire can be washed off using soapy water. You might need to wear personal protective equipment like gloves an…
