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fire prevention

Don’t allow rubbish to accumulate and keep all garbage areas neat and tidy

Do not leave lit cigarettes lying around near beds, clothing or lounges

Keep doors and windows locked when the home is unoccupied

 Maintain an effective intruder and smoke alarms, Install an appropriate number of smoke detectors in your home & Regularly check (or at least annually) and replace batteries on smoke detectors

Keep matches, candles and lighters out of reach and sight of children & never leave candles unattended

All combustible storage sites should be secure and emptied on a regular basis

Dispose of all flammable waste materials as quickly as possible & If storing flammable chemicals and liquids ensure they are separated from each other

Develop and practice fire escape and evacuation plans with your family

Ensure clothing and other types of material are NOT placed on or near heaters

Report any suspicious activity or persons in or around the area to the local police

Ensure all electrical items are turned off when not in use (particularly electric blankets)

Do NOT overload your outlet by plugging an excessive amount of plugs in your power boards

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