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WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
- If possible close the door of the room where the
fire is and close all doors behind you as you leave.
This will help delay the spread of fire and smoke
- Before opening a closed door use the back of your
hand to touch it. Don't open it if it feels warm -
the fire will be on the other side
- Get everyone out as quickly as possible. Don't try
to pick up valuables or possessions. Make your way
out as safely as you can and try not to panic. It
will help if you plan your escape route now rather
than waiting until there is a fire
- Telephone the fire brigade on 999 from a neighbour's
house or a telephone box. Clearly state the address
of the fire.
- Never go back into the house until a fire officer
has told you it is safe to do so.
IF YOU ARE CUT OFF BY FIRE
- Try to remain calm.
- If you are unable to use the door because of flames
or smoke, close the door and use towels or sheets
to block any gaps. This will help stop smoke spreading
into the room.
- Try to make your way to the window. If the room
becomes smoky, crawl along the floor where it's easier
to breathe because smoke rises.
- Open the window and try to attract the attention
of others who can alert the fire brigade. Wait for
the fire brigade to arrive.
- The fire brigade should arrive in a matter of minutes.
If you are in immediate danger and your room is not
too high from the ground, drop cushions or bedding
to the ground below to break your fall from the window.
If you can, get out feet first and lower yourself
to the full length of your arms before dropping.
HOW TO PREVENT FIRES
- Unplug all electrical appliances not designed to
stay on.
- Make sure no cigarettes are still burning
- Before emptying ashtrays make sure that the contents
are cold.
- Put a guard around open fires.
- Switch off portable heaters.
- Close the doors of unoccupied rooms.
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