Sharjah Civil Defence's tips to stay fire-safe

Things to remember to remain fire-safe...

· Ensure use of approved and high quality electrical devices, equipment and wiring
· Ensure windows are kept without bars as they could be used as exits during fire emergency
· Never leave electrical wires uninsulated or run them under the carpet. Ensure wires and cables are well maintained
· Keep minimum one-metre distance between any fire or heat source and inflammable items
· Homes and villas should have external exits
· Unblock fire exits
· Unplug electrical wires from sockets if not in use and switch off to prevent children from reaching them
· Unsafe use of candles and fumigators is considered as one of the main causes of fire since it might come in direct contact with fabrics of inflammable materials
Safety in the kitchen
· Stay in the kitchen if the stove in on
· Cook oil and grease slowly and watch it closely while it heats
· It is necessary to leave at least a one-metre distance between source of heat and inflammable items
· Keep children away from stoves and hot food
· Avoid smoking in the kitchen
· Maintain proper and effective ventilation in the kitchen
· Keep at least one fire extinguisher in kitchen
· In case of gas leakage in the kitchen, close the gas valve tightly. Locate the source of the leak and call a technician

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