FIRE SAFETY

IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, GET OUT, STAY OUT, CALL 999  AND ASK FOR THE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE. 

YOU WILL ONLY BE ALLOWED TO RE-ENTER THE BUILDING ONCE THE BUILDING IS SAFE.

* There should be at least one working smoke alarm on each floor level of your home. Test them weekly by pressing the button, don’t tamper with them. Be safe - never ignore a sounding smoke or fire alarm in your house or building.

* Cooking fires can spread quickly. Never leave your food cooking unattended, avoid cooking if you have been drinking alcohol. Do not cover * microwaves and follow the cooking instructions for appliances.

* Stay safe with candles and cigarettes, check first if you are allowed them in your accommodation. Never smoke in bed, use a proper ashtray and only smoke in designated areas.

* Don’t leave electrical items such as laptops, mobile phones or e-cigs charging overnight or unattended and don’t 
overload sockets

* Never place hot items such as hair dryers or straighteners on surfaces which may catch fire such as your bed or carpet

* Don’t prop or wedge a fire door open, a closed one could save your life!

STUDENT SAFETY INFORMATION FROM MERSEYSIDE FIRE SERVICE (pdf)