Protecting Those Most at Risk from Fire
Ireland
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A few fire safety tips for you with Halloween approaching.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
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Did you know the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage provide free smoke alarms and units for the hard of hearing and vulnerable people?
Contact you Local Authority for more information.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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A fire馃敟 can start in your home 馃彙 at any time.
It could be from overloaded sockets, faulty wiring or even smoking in bed.
That is why it is so important to have a working smoke alarm and to test it weekly. Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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馃敟 Fire Safety Week 2026: Learning from the Past to Protect the Future
We're looking back at past fire safety campaigns and the lessons that still matter today. Many common fire risks haven't changed, and neither has the importance of prevention.
馃殥Learn from the past
馃彔Act now
鉁匰tay safe for the future
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馃毃 Fire Safety Week: Know Your Room, Know the Risk, Know the Person 馃毃
Every room has different fire risks. Take a moment to identify hazards, know your nearest escape route, and think about who may need extra support in an emergency. A few moments of awareness today could help save lives tomorrow.
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire #FSW26
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馃毃 Fire Safety Week: Know Your Room, Know the Risk, Know the Person 馃毃
Every room has different fire risks. Take a moment to identify hazards, know your nearest escape route, and think about who may need help in an emergency. Awareness and preparation can help protect you, your family, friends and neighbours.
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire #FSW26
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A fire馃敟 can start in your home 馃彙 at any time.
It could be from overloaded sockets, faulty wiring or even smoking in bed.
It is so important to have a working smoke alarm.
Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Every night before going to bed make sure to check you have unplugged all electronics including phones and tablets, extinguished all cigarettes, candles etc. carefully and have closed all the doors.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Always remember to think Fire Safety in the kitchen!
Top tip: Have a "Kid-free zone" of at least 1 meter (3 feet) around your stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Whether you are in rented accommodation or own your home it is vital that you have a working smoke alarm.
It gives you early warning in the event of a fire and gives you time to escape.
Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Always remember before going to bed at night ensure all appliances are unplugged. All doors should be closed and never smoke in bed.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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How do you plug in?
Don't run washing machines or dryers while you are asleep.
Unplug phone chargers overnight and do not overload sockets.
One socket, one plug.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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If you smoke, never leave a lit cigarette unattended. Before you go to bed, make sure it's completely out by pouring water into the ashtray. And please, NEVER ever smoke in bed. Too many lives have been lost this way.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Did you know the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage provide free smoke alarms and units for the hard of hearing and vulnerable people?
Contact you Local Authority for more information.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Did you know that your smoke alarm only has a life span of 10 years. Check it today to see if it needs replacing.
Clean in and around for any dust and test it every week.
Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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A fire can start in your home at anytime. It could be from faulty wiring, overloaded sockets or maybe even when your cooking. That is why it is so important to have a working smoke alarm.
Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Always ensure stoves, boilers and flues are serviced regularly by a competent engineer.
Never ignite a fire with flammable liquids and dispose of ashes safely . Before going to bed, make sure open fires and stoves have burned down.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Did you know that the smell of smoke not only won't wake you, but will actually put you into a deeper sleep?
A smoke alarm is vital to wake you in the event of a fire.
Test it today.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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When your finished using a hairdryer or curling tongs never leave it on a bed or couch. Leave it on a hard surface to cool down.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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Did you know The Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage provide free smoke alarms & units for the hard of hearing & vulnerable people?
Contact your Local Authority for more information.
@DeptHousingIRL
@JamesBrowneTD
#FireSafetyIRE #STOPfire
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