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Smoke Alarms

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How do I make sure that my smoke alarm works?

check smoke alarm diagrammTest the batteries in your smoke alarm once a week. You could do this at the same time every week to help you remember. Press the button on your smoke alarm until it makes a loud beeping noise. 

Your home may have smoke alarms that are linked to your electricity. These alarms still need to be checked.

smoke alarm location

If you would free fire safety advice, please call our Community Safety team on: 0191.332.4222

Safety plan

Do you and everyone you live with know your safety plan?

Plan your escape coverView the Fire Kills document on "How to plan your escape" PDF. 


View more publications which contain additional fire safety information here.

Last Updated on Thursday, 08 April 2010 13:17