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Fire Prevention Week

3rd October 2024

Fire Prevention Week is running from October 6 – 12 and we want to remind residents of the importance of fire safety. The theme this year is smoke alarms, and we aim to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home.

In your home

Did you know that you are around 10 times more likely to die from a fire if you don’t have a working smoke alarm in your home? You should test your smoke alarms every month to check they are working and kept in good condition. If you think your smoke alarms are damage or they aren’t working, please contact us as soon as possible. Your safety is our priority.

In communal areas

We have a duty to ensure your building and communal areas within it meet fire safety regulations. We carry out fire risk assessments (FRAs) in all our blocks of flats every one to three years depending on the type of building to reduce the chances of a fire starting or spreading if one starts. Over the past year, we have completed 100% of our fire risk assessments. We ask that you take care when using shared areas and do not obstruct or interfere with anything that is provided. Please remember:

  • Keep all communal areas clear of obstructions such as plant pots, prams, mobility scooters and bikes.
  • Do not wedge open fire doors.
  • Please place rubbish in the bins provided.
  • Report any damage to doors, lights and smoke detectors to us as soon as you can.