Home fire safety

Only working smoke alarms save lives - install smoke alarms in every bedroom and living area.

Get information in your language to keep your loved ones and community safe from fires.

The risk of a residential fire, as well as the risk of injury and death from fire, is greater in certain population groups.

There is a lot you can do to help prevent a fire from occurring in your home and to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Every household should have a home fire escape plan. Practise it regularly.

Making your home fire safe and knowing what to do in the event of a fire can be the difference between life and death.

Smoking is a leading cause of house fire deaths in Australia, with many fires starting due to unsafe smoking behaviours.

By taking a few minutes to make your home and environment as safe as possible, you could prevent a life-changing injury.

Lithium-ion batteries can be a fire risk, read more to keep informed on how to stay safe around batteries.

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