Firefighter
Strike - Be Prepared....
Clare Firefighters
will be unaffected by the FBU strike action as they are a retained crew.
However, If other fire stations are busy covering other areas there
could possibly be a delay in service. If normal fire services are unavailable,
it shouldn't affect what you do in a fire - get out, stay out
and call 999 - don't try to tackle fire yourself.
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Fit a smoke alarm and check it regularly - fit a new battery now.
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Make
a fire action plan so that everyone in your house knows how to escape
in the event of fire.
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Take
care when cooking with hot oil and think about using thermostatically
controlled deep fat fryers.
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DO
NOT USE CHIP PANS - this is the Fire Brigade's recommendation
during the strikes.
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Never
leave lit candles unattended. · Ensure cigarettes are stubbed out
and disposed of carefully.
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Never
smoke in bed.
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Keep
matches and lighters away from children.
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Keep
clothing away from heating appliances.
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Close
all doors at night - this will stop a fire spreading.
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Unplug
unused electrical appliances at night.
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Take
care in the kitchen! Accidents whilst cooking account for 59% of fires
in the home.
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Take
special care when you are tired or when you've been drinking. Half
of all deaths in domestic fires happen between 10pm and 8am.
Make
your Escape Plan
You should know what to do if you have a fire. If a fire breaks out,
you might have to get out in dark and smoky conditions. Getting out
will be a lot easier if you've already planned your escape route.