Warwickshire Direct
Safety in the home and community
Celebrate safely
The chance of fire occurring in our homes is increased by introducing such items as paper decorations, candles, Christmas trees, temporary lighting and large amounts of wrapping paper and boxes, etc.
Emergency advice for residents
Emergencies can affect basic services and result in a loss of power, gas, water and telephones. Floods, fires and explosions could also threaten or damage your property.
Nuisance motorcycles
If you are bothered by off-road motorcycles, quad bikes or go-peds, report them online here.
Flooding
The physical devastation that accompanies a flood is enormous. It is important to remember we must at all times be prepared to respond to the risk of flooding.
Domestic fire sprinklers
Fire sprinklers are by far the most efficient and effective safety devices known to man, having a better than 99% success rate in service world-wide.
Chimney fire safety advice
Chimney sweeping is important. It helps to prevent chimney fires and reduces the risk of dangerous fume emissions from blocked heating appliances, flue-ways and chimneys.
Keep warm in the winter
Keeping warm is a vital part of keeping well in the winter particularly for older people, the young and those with chronic illness.
Severe weather
Severe weather always has the potential to significantly disrupt our daily lives. Snow, floods, gales, dense fog and widespread ice all bring their own unique problems.
Terrorism
The threat from terrorism in the UK remains real and serious, yet it is important to understand that all reasonable measures are being taken to counter this, and to ensure the protection of the public.
Boat fire safety check scheme
In response to the increasing risk of fire on Warwickshire's waterways, Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service has introduced a boat fire safety check scheme
Home fire safety checks
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service are committed to the reduction of accidental dwelling fires, as well as deaths and injuries that result from these fires.
Arson risk reduction
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Services scheme to reduce arson is by way of partnerships between the Fire Service, Warwickshire Police and the 5 District/Borough Councils.
Electric blankets and portable heaters
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is called to a number of domestic fires that could have been avoided with a little care. In an effort to stay warm people will sometimes bring out an old electric fire or blanket, which may possibly have been stored for a long period of time.
Home escape plan advice
Advice to help you create your escape plan, including what to do and what not to do in a fire.
Sports ground safety certificate
If you operate a sports ground in England, Scotland or Wales that holds more than 10,000 spectators (5,000 in the case of Premier or Football league grounds), you may be required to hold a safety certificate.
Community risk register
Risk assessment is the first step in the emergency planning process and aims to identify those risks which could result in a major emergency in Warwickshire.
Health emergencies
We are is actively engaged in liaison with the health sector, with the aim of protecting people’s health and reducing the impact of infectious diseases, chemical, poisons, radiation hazards, and other health related threats.
Electric blankets
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is called to a number of domestic fires that could have been avoided with a little care. In an effort to stay warm people will sometimes bring out an old electric fire or blanket, which may possibly have been stored for a long period of time.
Barbecue fire safety
This summer, be responsible and organise safe barbecues by following this advice. The advice will ensure that accidents and injuries can be avoided.
Candles
Over recent years the popularity of candles has increased considerably and so has the number of fires started by them. Candles are at the centre of birthdays, family occasions, religious festivals and the home itself. However, whenever a naked flame such as candles, oil and incense burners are introduced into the home care must be taken, especially where there may be children.
Electrics
Electricity is often overlooked as a possible fire hazard, maybe this is because there is no flame. However, in Warwickshire, hundreds of fires in the home are reported each year as being caused by electrical faults or by misuse of electrical equipment. Do not become one of the hundreds. Check your electrics.
Firework Safety
Firework displays and bonfires can be spectacular, but they can also be extremely dangerous. Make sure you, your family and friends stay safe by following the guidelines and advice on these pages.
Bonfires
Fire can spread easily, follow these guidelines to make your bonfire, a safe bonfire.
