Our 3-Step Escape Plan

  • First Escape Route
  • Second Escape Route
  • Meeting Place
Notes

Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist

Your checklist

  • Get low

    Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.

    If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.

  • Be fast

    A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.

    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

  • Close doors

    A closed door buys you time.

    It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.

  • Get out - stay out!

    People have died by going back into a fire.

    Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.

Call emergency services as soon as you are out and safe. Ask for FIRE.

Clearly state your address and let the operator know it anyone is still inside or has not made it to the safe meeting place.

Emergency call 111 Emergency text 111

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Firefighters’ union escalates strike action despite 8% -19 % new pay offer increase

News and media|4 August 2022

Fire and Emergency Deputy National Commander Brendan Nally says it is disappointing the New Zealand Professional Firefighters’ Union has given notice of escalated strike action.

IGNITE Magazine: Issue 23

News and media|22 March 2022

Ignite represents the voices of the people across the country who dedicate themselves to protecting life, the environment and property in their communities.

What's new with Levies

Found in: About Us | The Fire and Emergency levy

August 2023 The Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Levy) Amendment Act 2023 was enacted on 5 April 2023.

Dispute resolution

Found in: Contact us

Disputes Resolution Process The Fire and Emergency New Zealand Dispute Resolution Scheme is available to help Fire and Emergency volunteers and members of the public resolve disputes with Fire and Emergency.

Fire and Emergency still committed to resolution despite further strike action

News and media|4 November 2022

Fire and Emergency NZ Chief Executive Kerry Gregory says it is surprising that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union has given notice of further new strike action in November.

Building consents

Found in: Businesses and landlords | Building and designing for fire safety

Since the revision of The Building Act in 2004, Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been incorporated in the building consent application process.

Fire and Emergency requests independent review to assess progress to address bullying and harassment

News and media|29 April 2022

Fire and Emergency has asked the Public Service Commission to review its progress to address bullying and harassment in the organisation.

Levy payments and forms

Found in: About Us | The Fire and Emergency levy

A guide to paying the Fire and Emergency levy, including links to relevant forms and tips on avoiding common errors.