Fire Safety

Remember -Smoke Alarms can save lives.

The alarm will provide a warning about dense smoke, it will NOT stop fires!

Where you have a mains powered smoke alarm check it every week.

• Remove cobwebs or dust from the alarm with a vacuum cleaner nozzle or dry cloth
• Check that the GREEN mains indicator light is on
• Check that the RED light behind the test button flashes (approx. once every 40 seconds)
• Press the test button for about 10 seconds to make sure it sounds
• Report any problems to your local office immediately

Where you have a battery-powered alarm -test it regularly according to the manufacturers instructions. DO NOT REMOVE batteries from smoke alarms to use in other appliances. It is YOUR responsibility to replace the batteries.

Useful link: www.firekills.gov.uk

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