Fire Kills - you can prevent it

Protecting your property from fire is a key concern for property owners. This page links you through to in-depth information on Directgov to help keep your home safe.

Keeping your home safe

Information on reducing the risk of fire in your home - including detailed advice on kitchen, candle, smoking and electrical safety

Fire safety in the home

Thatched properties and countryside fire safety

How to reduce the risk of wildfire when you are in the countryside; and fire safety advice for those living or staying in thatched properties

Fire safety outdoors - the countryside and thatched properties

Extra measures for making your home safer

In addition to your smoke alarm, you may want to get a fire blanket, extinguisher or sprinklers for your home - this guidance explains the benefits of each

Fire emergency equipment
Download Fire safety in the Home leaflet (PDF, 371kb)