Every month we receive a newsletter from East Sussex CC with key information based on the theme: ‘keeping children safe’. The topics are wide and informative. Please do take a look.
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Kitchen fires accounted for 297 of the 508 accidental household fires to which East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service responded during 2018 |
There are many things we can do to reduce the risk of fire. As highlighted by East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, the following six simple steps can go a long way to making your home safer.
Smoke Alarms: Protect your home with working smoke alarms. Install them on every floor and test them every week.
- Take Extra Care in the Kitchen: Here is some advice about cooking safely
- Check Your Electrics: Check and maintain your electrical appliances Take a look at the following electrical safety advice
- Smoke Safely: Smoking is the biggest house fire killer Here is some advice on how to prevent a cigarette fire in the home
- Make Sure You Sleep Safe: You are more at risk from fire when asleep. A night time routine will help keep you and your family safe. Here’s a quick checklist
- Plan a Safe Escape: Make sure you know how to get out in an emergency. Don’t forget everyone needs to know the plan. Create and practice your plan, starting here
Additional accident prevention resources, including those specific to fire/electrical safety, can be ordered for FREE from the Health Promotion Resources East Sussex website.
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