Whether you’re heading to the beach, having a house barbie, or just binge-watching Netflix series this Easter holiday, fire safety should still be a priority. You can never be too complacent as this season is a magnet for house fires.

Here are some tips to ensure fire safety and protection of your family and your property this holiday.

  1. Make sure that smoke alarms are installed and working properly. smoke alarm regulations

Spare a few minutes of your long weekend to check if your smoke alarms are working as they should. This is also an ideal time to check if you have sufficient smoke alarms around the house and if they meet the requirements of the new QLD smoke alarm legislation.

Calling in the experts to check your property for fire safety is an even better idea. Since they know the new legislation better than most, they can give you sound advice on how you can meet the smoke alarm standards and ways to keep your house fire safe at any season.

  1. Keep your eyes on the barbecue grill

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Thinking of doing some outdoor cooking this holiday? Make sure that you’re firing up the barbie outside! Set up the barbecue in a well-ventilated area, at least a meter away from your house, plants, or other objects. Keep people, most especially children, at a safe distance away from the barbecue.

In case it rains outside, never take the barbeque inside the home. It could lead to potential fire and carbon monoxide risk. Make sure that you have enough supply of water and a fire extinguisher nearby in case the fire goes out of control.

  1. Be up-to-date about fire incidents near you.

Fire spreads quickly and extends meters away from the origin. It can engulf an entire neighbourhood if not stopped immediately. Don’t put your guards down. Be ready to evacuate when needed.

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There are government websites and apps that offer fire emergency warnings and advice. Use these reliable sources to keep yourself updated on neighbourhood fire emergencies.

Fire emergencies don’t take holidays; they can happen at any given point. Don’t let a lack of fire safety spoil the fun this Easter. Prepare, stay alert, install fire smoke alarms, and put fire safety on top of your priority.

Remember, prevention is your strongest weapon against fatal fires.