At home

The majority of fires in the home are accidental. Find out how to prevent fires and keep everyone safe.

Air pressure relief mattresses

As these mattresses contain pressurised air, they can be a fire risk if not handled safely. Learn how to handle them safely and prevent fires.

Bedtime checks

Simple bedtime checks to prevent potential fire hazards

Candle safety

Essential tips and guidelines for safely using candles, tea-lights, oil lamps, and essential oil burners.

Chimneys

Information on chimney maintenance, including sweeping frequency, fire safety tips, and how to identify potential defects and hazards

E-bike and E-Scooters

How to prevent e-bike and e-scooter fires, charging them safely, and what to do in case of a fire

Electrical safety

Practical tips and guidance to help identify potential hazards and prevent electrical fires in your home.

Emollients

Emollients increase the fire risk when they come into contact with fabric, heat, or flames. Learn how to use them safely.

Escape plan

Learn how to create an escape plan for getting everyone out as quickly and safely as possible

Festive safety

Advice and guidance for staying safe at home this festive season.

Heating and gas

To keep warm and safe follow our guides on how to use heating sources in the home.

In an emergency

Find out what to do in an emergency to escape a fire quickly and safely

Kitchen safety

More fires start in the kitchen that anywhere else in the home. The following guide will provide you with advice to help prevent kitchen fires.

Make the call

A hard-hitting appeal to carers, family, friends and of those who are at risk of serious injury, or even death, because of an accidental fire in their home

Power cuts

Taking steps now before a power cut happens can ensure you are as safe as possible

Rented accomodation

What tenants and private landlords need to do to make sure that the property is fire safe.

Smoke and heat alarms

Fire and smoke alarms are essential for home safety. Learn about what to buy, how to install them, and why you need them in your home

Smoking

Learn how to reduce the risk of fires as a result of smoking

Support for carers

Help identify and protect people who would not be able to respond to a fire effectively and protect those who can't respond effectively

Student Fire Safety

Advice for students in halls of residence or rented accommodations that help fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and how to escape a fire.