Most fires in the home can be prevented by taking some basic and common-sense precautions. This section will help you to inspect your home for anything that could cause a fire. You can then take the necessary actions to protect your home and the people who live in it.
Fire Safety in the Home
The following leaflet is a selection of previously available leaflets which are now available within one downloadable file. By following the guidance, you will substantially reduce the chances of fire harming you, your family or your home.
Download the Fire Safety in the Home Leaflet.
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Fire Safety Leaflets in other languages
The Fire Safety in the Home leaflet is available in several other languages and can be downloaded below. Clicking on the link will open it up directly. If you wish to save the leaflet to your PC, please Right Click and Save Target As.
All files are PDF and will open with Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is free to download.
Home Fire Risk Assessments
Many people are not aware that the Fire and Rescue Service will come and visit your home, completely free of charge, at a time that suits you. We will advise you on any aspect of fire safety within your home and help you devise an escape plan, if you do not already have one.
Further information on Home Fire Risk Assessments can be found here.