General

• Always have a working smoke alarm
• Switch off and unplug appliances like TVs, washing machines and tumble driers that aren’t designed to be left switched on
• Don’t overload sockets
• Don’t run cables under carpets
• Be really careful if you’re smoking when you’re tired, or drinking alcohol

Kitchen

• Never walk away from the grill pan when it’s under the heat
• Always clean grill pans when you’ve been cooking fatty food
• Turn all pan handles to the side so they’re not spilled by accident
• Never dry tea towels or cloths on or above  the cooker
• Never trail electrical flexes near cookers
• Never put any metal objects inside microwave ovens

Bedtime

• Close inside doors at night to stop a fire from spreading
• Turn heaters off and put up fireguards
• Don’t leave the washing machine on
• Check your cooker is turned off
• Put candles and cigarettes out properly
• Make sure exits are kept clear
• Keep door and window keys where everyone can find them