Have you got a Smoke Alarm?

Fires in the home are the main cause of fire deaths.  Getting a smoke alarm, regularly testing and maintaining it, as well as planning an escape route in the event of a fire can dramatically decrease the risk of death or serious injury. 

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service personnel are here to carry out checks in the home, give advice and, if required, will fit Smoke Alarms with ten year batteries free of charge.

To arrange your FREE check:

 Phone FREE on 0800 169 1234

 Complete the Online Registration Form

 Contact your local Fire Station

E-mail: Home Fire Safety 

Report a Fire Safety Concern

Have you recently visited a building where you were concerned about the Fire Safety Precautions or management - if so complete the online form to report your concern or contact us:

 Phone on 01443 232520 / 232732 (Normal Working Hours) or 01443 232000 (24 hour number)

 Complete the Online Form

E-mail: Fire Safety 

Have you made an escape plan?

If a fire occurs in your home you may have to get out in dark and difficult conditions.

Escaping from a fire will be a lot easier if you have already planned your escape route and know where to go.

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In the event of a fire

After the fire you will be eager to get your property back to normal as soon as possible. The items below are the first steps to take.

Safety

Don't go into the house until the fire fighters have told you it’s safe to do so.

Leave power supplies as left by the fire fighters, until the professionals have checked and repaired.

Security

You must arrange to:

Secure windows, doors and other openings.

Remove valuables if you don't intend to stay.

Accommodation

If you can't live in the property then:

Try to arrange accommodation with relatives or friends.

If you can't, ask police to contact the local housing department for emergency accommodation

Welfare

If you've lost your belongings through damage or because you can't enter the building contact social services for help with clothing and advice on other types of assistance.