Property Security Information-Fire Prevention

Fire prevention is an important component of home security. The risk of fire, or the potential for fire, has to be considered as something that could happen at anytime.

House owners, especially those with children, should give some thought as to what they would do in the event of fire breaking out, and of teaching an evacuation procedure to their kids. Schools, colleges and workplaces have periodic fire evacuation drills, so most aadults and children are familiar with them.

Check smoke alarms regularly. Never disconnect them if hard wired into your alarm system, and make sure that batteries. where fitted, still have power.
Do not plug too many appliances into electrical sockets/adaptors and overload them and never leave electrical appliances unattended once they have been switched on.
Any smokers in the house should be responsible enough not to put lighted cigarettes down, and leave them unattended. And smoking in the bedrooms should be a no-no. The risk of fire starting after a smoker falls asleep with a lighted cigarette still burning, is too high.
In the cooking area or wherever you have open fires, ensure the area adjacent to the heat source is clear of flammable substances that could overheat and catch fire. When cooking, never leave pans unattended on the hob.
Establish evacuation routines - ensure children know exactly what to do if needed.
Extinguisher use - hold tight, point nozzle at base of fire, squeeze trigger, sweep from side to side.

Keep fire prevention in mind at all times.