Safety in the home and community

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.


  • Thatched roof fire safety

    Information that may assist you in preventing a thatched roof fire.


  • 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.


  • 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.

Safety in the home and community was last updated on April 24, 2013.