subject: Methods Of Domestic Fire Suppression [print this page] Following an awareness drive about fire safety, there are few people who don't know about the lifesaving potential of a smoke alarm. However, while the campaigns and adverts concentrate on fire suppression in the home, few give any advice on how to manage fires safety outside the home.
Domestic fire suppression equipment now features a range of outdoor suppressants, designed for use on bonfires, fireworks, barbeques and camp fires. There are also many portable devices on the market for cars and caravans, which can be bought as individual items or part of a wider fire suppression, first aid or general emergency kit.
The second phase of obligations include providing fire detection equipment, including alarms and detectors. All detection appliances installed in the property should be checked regularly. Under current regulations, smoke alarms should have their batteries changes at least twice a year and fire alarms should be tested regularly.
There are also a range of other fire detection products on the market which are suitable for domestic use. These include fire blankets and buckets, extinguishers similar to the small ones advised for car boots and domestic sprinklers. Officially advice also states families should plan an 'in case of emergency' escape route.
Shared housing is increasingly popular for young professional, students and some benefit claimants. Yet despite the laws, few are aware of the strict fire safety standards in force or their right to live in a safe home. If tenants are concerned about fire safety in their accommodation, standards can be inspected by the council upon request.
