Here you can find a range of fire safety
leaflets.
Click one each leaflet below for detailed advice. You can then
save the leaflet to your own computer or print it
out.
If you would like us to send you some of these leaflets please
contact:
community.safety@avonfire.gov.uk
These leaflets have been produced as Adobe PDF documents, which
can be shared, viewed, and printed by anyone with free Adobe
Acrobat Reader®. If you do not have one, you can download a PDF viewer here.
If you, or someone you know, speaks another language, you can
download fire
safety leaflets in other languages.
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Domestic fires (PDF 338kb, opens in a new
window) It is important to remember that bonfires and
fireworks are dangerous and must always be treated with
respect. |
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Carbon Monoxide awareness (PDF65kb, opens in a
new window) Carbon Monoxide is the most common
household poison |
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Car Fire, (PDF 285kb, opens in a new window)
Safety information about what to do if a fire breaks out in your
car. |
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Caravan and mobile home fires (PDF 63kb, opens
in a new window) The risk of fire in a caravan or
mobile home is increased because it spreads more quickly. (PDF
65kb) |
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Fire safety in the outdoors, (PDF 342kb, opens
in a new window) Leisure time spent in the garden or
countryside should be an enjoyable and safe experience. These
simple fire safety rules will help you look after your family
and friends. |
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Caring for your Smoke Alarms (PDF 82kb, opens in
a new window) Smoke alarms give vital protection
from the danger of fire in your home. They provide an early
warning of danger, giving your family precious time to get out
of your home quickly. |
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Candles (PDF, 104kb, opens in a new
window) Candles carry a fire risk, find out how to use
them in as safe a way as possible. |
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Close that Door! (PDF 534kb, opens in a new
window) Follow these important safety tips when going
to bed or before going out. |
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Fire Action Plan (PDF 56kb, opens in a new
window) Would you know what to do if your smoke alarm
went off in the night? Would you and your family be able
to escape? |
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Heater Safety (PDF 82kb, opens in a new
window) Fires caused by heaters regularly result
in deaths in the home. Most accidents happen because we sit too
close to them or stand them too close to clothing or other items
in the room. We also leave them on all night. |
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Hoax Calls (PDF 69kb, opens in a new window)
Every year Avon Fire & Rescue Service receive nearly 1,500
malicious calls.
Each call requires one, or sometimes two fire appliances to be
mobilised - each with fire crews. |
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Shared or Rented Housing (PDF 74kb, opens in a
new window) When you are thinking about moving into
shared or rented accommodation, fire safety may not be a
priority. However there can be lethal dangers
present. |
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What should I know about smoke alarms? (PDF
78kb, opens in a new window) A smoke alarm is your
early warning system, which will detect and alert you to a
fire. If there is a fire in your home, a smoke alarm will
give you valuable time to escape. |
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After the Fire (PDF 152kb, opens in a new
window) This booklet contains information to help you
manage the immediate effects of fire or flooding in your
home |
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Fire Extinguishers (PDF 61kb, opens in a new
window) If you choose to install and use fire
extinguishers follow these guidelines. |
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Firework Safety (PDF 143kb, opens in a new
window) The following advice will help you to use and
enjoy fireworks safely. Please also see our page of
firework
and bonfire safety leaflets. |
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Kitchen Safety (PDF 175kb, opens in a new
window)Overheated oil or fat in chip pans, deep fat fryers
or grill pans are the main cause of kitchen fires. A moment’s
distraction and you could find yourself with a serious
fire. |
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Arson Prevention (PDF 78kb, opens in a new
window) The deliberate setting of fires can be a threat
to life and property. |
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Domestic Sprinklers (PDF 69kb, opens in a new
window) Avon Fire & Rescue Service believes the
installation of sprinklers in our homes could save lives,
prevent injuries and reduce damage to property should a fire
occur. |
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How to avoid unwanted fire alarms (PDF 80kb,
opens in a new window) How to avoid unwanted fire alarms
from automatic detection systems. |
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Firesetters (PDF 87kb, opens in a new
window)
Many young people start to play with fire for many different
reasons, ranging from natural curiosity through to attention
seeking. |
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High Rise Fire Safety (PDF 52kb, opens in a new
window) Plan ahead now by making a fire action plan,
taking everyone living in your flat into
account. |
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Chimney Fires (PDF 513kb, opens in a new
window) Your chimney must be kept clean to prevent
fires and structural damage to your property. |
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Fire Safety for Thatched Building (PDF 1626kb, opens in a new
window) A thatched roof is always at risk from fire.
Once a fire has taken hold in thatch it will spread
rapidly. |
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Boat Safety (PDF 350kb, opens in a new
window) Fire safety information for boat
owners. |
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Safety advice for Babysitters (PDF 569kb, opens
in a new window) When you are babysitting make sure you
do not create any fire hazards. |
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Cigarette fires (PDF 435kb, opens in a new
window) Fire safety information for smokers. |
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