We recently had a visit from the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service reminding us to be 'Stair Aware' and to make sure that we all not only have working smoke detectors and fire alarms fitted, but that we each also have a plan of escape in the event of a fire in another part of the building. You can access an Escape Plan Leaflet here.
If you hear an alarm or suspect Fire, dial 999 and ask for 'Fire', giving as much information as you can.
If you would like a Free Home Safety Visit they will happily come and offer further advice and if necessary install a free smoke alarm. Call 0800 169 0320.
Their website provides lots of other relevant Home Safety Advice.
The leaflet they posted also reminds us that it is an offence* to store combustible materials in a common stairwell. (*under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982)
Although I thankfully don't think this is a big issue for us, this might be a good time to remind ourselves to keep both the stair and the access to the garden clear, so far as possible, of obstacles like bicycles, lawnmowers etc . If you know you have something potentially blocking safe access, please consider your neighbours and relocate it to a safer place (For example bikes could perhaps be stored on the outside of the railing, to hang over the well.)
Thanks.
Catriona
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