Have you made your New Year resolution yet? What about introducing a Fire Safety ‘Bedtime routine’ – it will help keep you and your family safe at nighttime.
The London Fire Brigade state that “many fire deaths happen at night when most people are sleeping.” That’s shocking and we all can do something about it!!!
Every home should have working smoke alarms that should wake you if a fire does break out but you can further reduce your risk by carrying out some simple checks before you go to bed – this is what London Fire Brigade suggest:
- Close inside doors at night to stop a fire from spreading
- Turn off and unplug electrical appliances unless they are designed to be left on, such as fridges and freezers
- Do not leave electrical appliances such as mobile phones and tablet computers charging overnight
- Check your cooker is switched off
- Don’t leave the washing machine, tumble dryer or dishwasher on
- Turn heaters off, rake out fires and put a fire guard in place
- Put candles, incense sticks and oil burners out and never leave them burning when you are asleep
- Make sure cigarettes are completely out – it’s best to wet them to be sure
- Never smoke in bed
- Make sure escape routes are clear of anything that could slow you down in an emergency
- Keep door and window keys where everyone you live with can find themEnsure mobility aids are close to hand for those who require them.
London Fire Risk Assessments advice to clients: A simple bedtime regime could make a huge difference to the Fire prevention in your home. There is no greater gift than family – so why not protect them. If you would like further information on how you can keep your family safe from Fire please contact us and we will provide you with a our Fire Safety leaflet free of charge. Contact us now on 01689 890879 or click here for our contact form
Fire in a Fish and Chip shop in Stockwell, London
The London Fire Brigade reported that Four fire engines and around 20 firefighters attended a fire at a fish and chip shop with flats above it on South Lambeth Road in Stockwell.
Part of the shop was damaged by fire and part of the shop’s extraction system from the ground to third floor was also damaged in the blaze.
Fortunately no-one was injured. Crews from Lambeth, Brixton and Clapham fire stations attended the incident.
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London Fire Risk Assessments advice to customers: We don’t know the cause of the Fire that is still under investigation but what we do know is both the Residential Flats and the Shop should have their own Fire Risk Assessment. As part of the Co-operation and Co-ordination of the FRA’s both parties should be discussing how one area could affect the other and what they need to do to minimise the risk (If the FRA’s are suitable and sufficient they will outline the requirements.) If you find yourself living above a shop you need to check out both your own FRA and the one for the commercials premise. If you are not sure what you need to do give us a call our advice is free – you can always use our ‘Poppin’ service if you need onsite advise. Call now on 01689 890879 or click here to contact us via email.
Hostel Fire in East Dulwich London
The London Fire Brigade have reported that Four fire engines and around 20 firefighters attended a fire at a hostel on Peckham Rye in East Dulwich.
The fire affected a hostel of three floors and part of the ground floor was damaged by fire. Fortunately there were no injuries.
Firefighters from Deptford, Peckham, New Cross and Old Kent Road fire stations were at the scene. To read more <a title="Fire in East Dulwich Hostel" href="http:/http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/latestincidents best price levitra.asp” target=”_blank”>click here.
London Fire Risk Assessments advice to customers: The cause of the Fire is still under investigation but one thing is for sure – they should have a current Fire Safety Risk Assessment for the Building. Make sure your FRA is up to date and is suitable and sufficient for the usage type. If you need help contact one of our friendly support team – our advice is free. Call 01689 890879 ore contact us via email by clicking here.
Man escapes flat fire in Wembley
London Fire Brigade reported that Twenty one firefighters and officers tackled a fire on Ealing Road, Wembley.
One man left the flat before the arrival of the Brigade and was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation by London Ambulance Service. Most of the flat was damaged in the blaze.
Crew Manager Andy Cuthbert who was at the scene said: “When we arrived the fire was already well developed and had blown the windows and doors out. Crews wearing breathing apparatus got the fire under control very quickly but this just goes to show how fast fires can spread. If there is a fire in your home, get out and call 999 as soon as possible.”
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London Fire Risk Assessments advice to customers: If you live in a purpose build block of flats or a house converted into flats you still require a Fire Risk Assessment for the Building. The incident above is still under investigation by the Fire Brigade so the cause is unknown. Check your FRA – even if you have a Property Management Company looking after your premise your documents must be up to date. If you need help- our advice is free call us now on 01689 890879 or contact us via email.
Firefighters tackle fire in Chislehurst school gym
The London Fire Brigade reported that round 20 firefighters attended a fire at school on Perry Street in Chislehurst last night.
The fire damaged a gymnasium and classrooms of two floors, part of the building’s external cladding and guttering was also damaged in the blaze.
Firefighters and four fire engines from Sidcup and Bromley fire stations attended the incident. To read more click here.
London Fire Risk Assessments advice to customers: Fire safety protection in schools is paramount. There are no short cuts when it comes to the safety of our children. All Schools from Nursery to Universities must have a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment. There can be no cost cutting – we as an independent Fire Safety Risk Assessment company always take into consideration the tight budgets Schools have to work to – we always find a solution. Contact us now via email or ring 01689 890879 we have a friendly support team waiting for your call. Remember we support you though out the term of your Risk Assessment – no matter what!!