Fire Safety Tips & Prevention

KITCHEN:

-Avoid loose long sleeves when cooking.

-Check kettles and toasters for damaged electrical cords and thermostats.

-Use appliances that have an automatic shut-off.

-Keep a timer handy to remind you when the oven and burners should be switched off.

-If you take medication that causes drowsiness, do not use cooking appliances.

-Use a temperature-controlled electric skillet or deep-fryer for frying.

-Never leave your cooking unattended.

-Use appropriate cooking appliances and keep them clean.

-Keep a pot cover nearby to “put a lid on it” in the event of a fire.

LIVING ROOM

-Fireplace: always use a fire screen, ensuring it is the appropriate size for the fireplace opening.

-Power bars should not be used to overload electrical outlets. Do not use extension cords in the place of additional outlets.

-Smokers should check furniture for fallen cigarettes or embers, which can smoulder undetected for hour before bursting into flames.

-Ensure careful use of smoking materials and extinguish in water before disposal.

-Never leave cigarettes in an ashtray unattended.

-Use ashtrays with a double rim and deep centre.

-Keep matches, lighters and lit candles out of the reach of children.

-Never leave lit candles unattended.

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