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The Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service carry out free home fire safety checks and will provide and install FREE 10-year smoke alarms where necessary. They will provide practical advice on identifying fire hazards in the home and show you how to make a fire escape plan for you and your family.
Smoke and carbom monoxide alarms are simple to install. They are widely available from DIY, hardware and electrical shops and some supermarkets. Choose an alarm which meets British Standard BS5446 Part 1 and carries the Kitemark. Further advice on purchasing and fitting smoke alarms can be found at DirectGov (external link). They also provide advice on planning escape routes.
Online services: Complete this online form to request a home fire safety check (external link) from Lancashire Fire and Rescue, or contact them on Freephone number 0800 169 1125.
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Further Information
Contact details
Contact: Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service
Email: enquiries@lancsfirerescue.org.uk
Telephone: 01772 862545
Fax: 01772 865144
Visit: http://www.lancsfirerescue.org.uk Fire Service Headquarters, Garstang Road, Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3LHSearch for other services by keyword
