CARAVAN FIRE SAFETY TIPS

Ensure you site your caravan at least 6 metres away from neighbouring caravans. Locate the firefighting equipment on camp Check your own extinguishers are in good working order before you leave home More Information

Carbon monoxide is a toxic gas caused by faulty gas burning appliances Symptoms of CO poisoning include: headaches, sore throats and drowsiness Ensure you have a carbon monoxide alarm More Information

Ensure you have at least one smoke or heat alarm Test your smoke alarms once a week to check that the batteries working Ensure you have new batteries at the start of a new season More Information

Do not overload electricity sockets and avoid using multi-adaptors where possible Ensure heaters are never blocked or covered Check your appliances regularly for worn cables More Information

Do not leave your cooker unattended while you are cooking Always turn pan handles away from the edge of the cooker Have a fire blanket in your kitchen area, especially if you have a chip pan More Information

Make sure you have an escape plan, and ensure that everyone is familliar with it Keep the emergency exit route and doorways clear at all times Ensure you have a break glass hammer in case of an emergency More Information

Smoking:

Always ensure that cigarettes and extinguished correctly and cannot reignite. Do not use plastic ashtrays as they can melt, use metal or glass.

Smoking in your bed is very dangerous. If you happen to fall asleep you could easily set fire to your bedding. Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children.

Electric Blankets:

As the cold weather spreads across the country many people will start to reuse their electric blankets. Make sure you check your blanket for any signs of wear and tear. If for example you notice the blanket looking to fray or expose elements it may be time to get it checked or replaced.

Electric blankets account for over 5000 fires a year in the UK and you can prevent these by checking it on a regular basis.

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