Fire Safety Dvd

I didn't know what was happening I didn't know what was happening I was a bit scared I didn't know what to do I thought I might not get out I feel lucky to be alive A few years ago this pub caught fire and Tim Pickles was one of the people trapped inside There was smoke going on I smelt it at bit but I didn't think anything about it Then all of a sudden it started getting a bit hot and I started really panicking Tim was lucky but lots of people aren't Fires can kill so we have to do everything we can to stop them happening Thats why this DVD has been made and thats why you should watch it carefully Stop, think, fire doesn't care Stop, think, fire doesn't care They're right you know Fire can break out anywhere but the kitchen can be a particular danger spot Dave what do you want? oh dear oh dear - look at this! this is terrible! this is so dangerous! somebody needs a safety lesson! you're right you know what this is the don't you? this is a job for George! hello you two - what's the problem? look at this George! I see what you mean, this is a real fire hazard! we're going to have to do something about this! excuse me sorry to barge in on you but do you realise how dangerous this is? ok lets go through the dangers together shall we? never leave any cooking even for a minute if you need to leave it, switch it off keeping your cooker clean means that fat doesn't build up this could start a fire stop accidents happening by making sure handles are not hanging over the edge of the hob and not pointing inwards making them difficult to reach tea towels should be kept well away from the edge of the cooker because these too can easily catch fire and finally flexes for kettles and toasters should be kept away from the edge of the cooker as these too can catch fire so will you remember that in future? yes good because we don't want any accidents do we? Stop, think, fire doesn't care Stop, think, fire doesn't care Stop, think, fire doesn't care They're right you know Just a moments carelessness can cause a fire and people caneasily get careless if they are tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs oh dear, oh dear, that's not very good is it? that could set the curtains on fire that tv still on standby should be unplugged from the wall and look - that bin! oh dear, oh dear - you know what I'm thinking? yes this is a job for George! hello again - more problems? see for yourself George it's not very safe is it George? it certainly isn't hello are you still awake? what's going on here? sorry about this but you don't want your house to catch fire do you? no candles can easily start a fire! make sure you put them somewhere safe and in a proper candle holder and when you leave the room make sure the candles are out TVs can cause fires too if switch your TV off at the plug, it is far safer than being on standby cigarettes are another danger before you go to bed make sure your cigarette is out right out! and then make sure you empty your ashtray in the outside bin and never use a waste paper bascket as an ashtray so please try to be more careful in future I will! good! stop , think, fire doesn't care stop, think, fire doesn't care they're right you know Electrical equipment is a major cause of fires so make sure you don't take chances with it oh dear, oh dear! I was supposed to say that! oh sorry! that's alright, what about that? it's really dangerous and that! and that! it's a real fire risk! you're right and you know what? this is a job for George here we are again what have you spotted? have a look at this oh dear, oh dear! that's what he says! we'd better put this right excuse me can I have a word? sorry I didn't mean to startle you but did you know this bedroom is a fire hazard? what do you mean? leaving your hair straighteners on the bed without switching them off is a fire hazard when you leave the room make sure they are switched off and put in a safe place like a heat resistant mat electrical appliances are also a major cause of fire unplug electrical appliances when not in use and before you go to bed make sure your sockets are not overloaded remember one plug to one socket is a good rule to follow frayed or damaged cables can be dangerous too if they look damaged, don't use them, replace them I know it costs money to buy a new fire but it's better than burning a house down isn't it? yes stop, think, fire doesn't care he's right! yes they are Unless you've experienced a fire like Tim you won't know how frightening it can be you need to do everything you can to stop fires happening like following the advice George gave to the people in this DVD you should also have a smoke detector fitted in your hall or landing or both if you live in a house with two floors if a fire starts they could save your life so they need to be tested every week to make sure the battery is ok and you do that just by pressing the button if you don't have a smoke alarm and you live in rented accommodation ask your landlord if you can have one fitted something else you should do is make a fire escape plan if there was a fire you might not be able to get out of your house by the normal route so you need to think about different ways of getting out and raising the alarm George or someone else from the fire service can help you decide of best way of getting out in the event of a fire then you can write it down in your fire escape plan making a fire escape plan could save your life here are a few tips fit smoke alarms on every level of your home and remember to test them every week plan your escape route and make sure everyone else in the house knows how to get out safely too make sure there is nothing in the way of your escape route keep doors, windows and hallways clear have a second escape route in case the first is blocked by fire take a few minutes to practice your escape plan keep your door or window keys in a place where everyone else in the house can find them keep your fire escape plan up to date it's a good idea to check these things before you go to bed if a fire does start, don't tackle it yourself. Get out - stay out and call 999