Fire Safety in the Home
Flats, Apartments and Maisonettes
Don't Block Escape Routes- Do not clutter corridors
- Do not block stairs
- Do not wedge open fire/smoke doors
on co-operating.
What to do in case of Fire in your Flat
- Alert other persons in the flat
- Don't tackle the fire unless it's safe to do so
- Leave the room at once and close the door
- Leave the flat when everyone is out and close the front door
- Call the Fire Brigade on Tel. 190 or 112
- If you have to leave the building use the stairs - do not use lifts
It will normally be safe for you to stay in your own
flat. But if your flat is affected
by heat or smoke, leave at once closing all windows and doors behind you.
If you would like further advice on how to protect your home from fire please contact the
Fire Safety Department on (350)20072936 or
firesafety@gibfire.gi


