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CHIMNEY FIRE SAFETY
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To avoid chimney
fires and to enjoy a warm and safe winter please follow these simple
safety tips below . . .
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Have
your chimney cleaned on a regular yearly basis.
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Where
possible burn only seasoned hardwood.
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Use
only dry wood to decrease smoke output.
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Always
use an approved fire screen in front of open fires.
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Always
operate slow combustion type heaters according to the manufacturers
specifications.
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Always
supervise young children in front of open fires, never leave children
unattended in the presence of open fires or slow combustion heaters.
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Regularly
inspect your chimney's wall for any signs of cracks or weakening of
the chimney.
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NEVER leave a
fire unattended.
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 Chimney
sweeping is one of the best precautions a householder can take to keep
their fireplaces safe! |
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It's
the smoke from a fire that kills most people.
A smoke alarm in your house could save your life! Smoke Alarms are battery operated and will make a loud noise to wake you up in there is smoke around. Check the batteries in your Smoke Alarms twice a year. |
For further information on fire prevention and safety please go to:
http://www.nswfb.nsw.gov.au
"Support Your Local Fire Brigade"