Home Fire

How safe is your home?

• Keep everything a safe distance (one metre) away from heaters.
• Have the chimney or flue cleaned and checked before first winter fire.
• Always have the screen in front of a fire.
• Check all power cords are not frayed or damaged.
• Never leave cooking unattended.
• Don’t have flammable materials near the stove top.
• Install smoke alarms, test them regularly, and change batteries every year.
• Never smoke in bed!

When storing electric blankets:

• Fold loosely or roll up.
• Check for damage or scorching.
• Always tie the blanket flat.
• Don’t forget to turn it OFF!
• Don’t deadlock the door while home, in an emergency you need to get out quickly!!
• Store flammable liquids separately from chemicals.
• Store flammable liquids and chemicals away from a child’s reach!
• Store flammable liquids and chemicals away from electrical outlets.
• Don’t overload power points. Use a power board with an overload switch.
• Install an Earth Leakage switch.
• Have a big house number that can be easily seen at night!

In Case of Fire:

• Have an Evacuation Plan.
• THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EVACUATION PLAN. (Hyperlink – 5.1.3)
• Stay below the smoke layer.
• Leave the house quickly, close the door behind you.
• Call the Fire Brigade on 000.
• NEVER go back inside!

Should you require any additional information, please contact your local Fire Brigade or Bush Fire Brigade.