Bedtime Checklist

• Close all doors to prevent smoke spreading if a fire starts
• Turn off and unplug electrical appliances unless they are designed to be left on – like your fridge or freezer
• Don’t leave the washing machine, tumble dryer or dishwasher on overnight and unattended
• Don’t leave mobile phones, tablets or e-cigarettes charging overnight
• Check that your hob and oven switches are all off
• Turn off heaters, rake out fires and put a fire guard in place
• Put out any candles, incense sticks and oil burners when you are going to bed
• Make sure cigarettes are completely out. Never smoke in bed
• E-cigarettes may be less of a fire hazard than regular cigarettes
• Make sure escape routes (floors, doors and hallways) are clear of anything that may slow your escape down.
• Make sure everyone in the house knows where the keys to doors and windows are kept.
• If anyone in the home has mobility issues, ensure mobility aids and methods of calling for help (like emergency pendants) are close to hand in case help is needed to assist with an escape.

Everyone should do bed-time checks

 If there is someone in your home who might not be able to quickly detect or escape from a fire, it's especially important to take every action you can to prevent a fire from occurring. Prevention is the best way to protect yourself and the people you care for from fire.