• Call the fire brigade at once.

• If you can safely do so, close all doors and windows to contain the spread of fire.

• If a person’s clothing catches fire, they should be rolled in a blanket, rug or overcoat.

• Never use water on fires caused by electrical appliances, fat or oil. Instead use a heavy wool blanket or rag to smother the flames if the fire is containable - otherwise

GET OUT!

• Proceed to the Assembly Point ( if you live in a sheltered scheme) or to a location that is a safe distance from the fire.

• NEVER use a lift.

GET THE FIRE BRIGADE OUT !

• Raise the alarm by operating Fire Alarm (Break Glass points) if in a sheltered scheme.

• Dial 999

STAY OUT !

• Stay out until the Fire Brigade has given the ALL CLEAR!

• Notify the Scheme Supervisor (if you live in sheltered housing) or the office as soon as possible.

• All fire incidents must be reported to the Association as soon as possible.
If an incident occurs outside of office hours, please contact the out of hours emergency number 0800 7313081 or 02890 421010 and advise the operator who will then contact a member of the Association.