Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist
Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.
If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.
A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.
Don't spend time trying to save possessions.
A closed door buys you time.
It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.
People have died by going back into a fire.
Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.
Every year, as temperatures drop, we see a significant increase in the number of house fires. Winter brings a unique set of fire dangers that you need to be aware of. Follow these fire simple safety tips to help keep you, your whanau or flatmates safe, no matter the season.
Electric heaters include oil heaters and fan heaters.
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If the heater doesn’t light straight away, turn it off then try again. Don't let the gas build up before trying to relight it.
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Pop a reminder in your calendar to get your fireplace cleaned before you light the first fire of the season.
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Did you know: ashes can take up to 5 days to cool completely?
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Don't install a smoke alarm in your laundry, as you might get false alarms. Try a heat alarm instead.
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Check for hotspots in your blanket by turning it on high for 15 mins, then switching it off and running your hand over the blanket
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Heat-generating devices include anything that produces heat when in use, even small appliances like hairdryers and toasters.
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