Fire Safety


Remember

If there is a fire in your home - get out, stay out and call 999 - don't try to tackle the fire yourself, and never go back into a burning building.

There are plenty of ways to keep you and your family safe from the risk of fire at home. Explore our fire safety advice below.

Smoke and Heat Alarms

Safety advice on smoke and heat alarms.

Cooking and Kitchen Safety

Find out more about staying fire safe while you cook.

Smoking

Follow our fire safety advice when smoking in the home.

Candles

Reduce your risk of causing a fire by checking out our recommendations.

Electrical

Read our general electrical appliance safety advice.

Heating

Advice on how to heat your home safely.

Planning an Escape Route

Make sure you and those you live with know how to escape in the event of a fire.

Emollients

Advice on using emollient products safely within your home.

Home Oxygen Therapy

Read our safety advice for using home oxygen devices.

Flat

Tailored fire safety advice for people living in flats.

For Carers and Social Workers

Fire safety advice for carers and social workers

Celebrating Safely

Whether it's a party, New Year's Eve or a religious festival, celebrate safely with this information

Other Languages

Fire safety in the home booklet available in various languages

Fire safety guidance leaflets

Fire safety in the home (PDF, 770KB)

Fire safety in shared or rented accommodation (PDF, 296KB)

Fire safety for people with sight, hearing or mobility issues (PDF, 302KB)

Fire safety for gypsies and travellers (PDF, 531KB)

Fire safety outdoors (PDF, 379KB)

Fire safety in the winter (PDF, 416KB)

Fire safety when celebrating (PDF, 271KB)

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Home Fire Safety Assessments

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