OUR 7 TOP TIPS FOR PREVENTIVE FIRE PROTECTION IN EVERYDAY LIFE
Would you have thought it? The cooker is responsible for a large proportion of all kitchen fires: not because it is left on - but because it is used as a storage surface or is accidentally switched on. Objects should therefore never be placed on the hob. With such rules of conduct, you can counteract the risk of fire in your home. We have put together some useful everyday tips for you that make fire prevention in everyday life very easy.
- Focus on quality: Look for test marks when buying electronic equipment. The most common test marks are: VDE, CE, GS, ENEC and EMC.
- Better to look twice: Make sure you always switch off the hobs and oven. Unplug electrical appliances that you are not using.
- Do not use as a storage surface: Do not place any flammable objects near the cooker or on the hob.
- Avoid overloading & heat accumulation: Do not connect several multiple sockets together. Make sure that electrical appliances and sockets are sufficiently ventilated.
- Act prudently: Never leave candles and open fires unattended. Keep matches and lighters away from children. Do not smoke in bed or when you are tired.
- Regular check: Check electrical cables regularly - especially if you have rodents running around the household. Cables should be out of reach of pets.
- Keep escape routes clear: Stairwells and corridors are potential escape routes for residents and rescue forces. Fire loads such as shoes, bulky waste or pictures should not obstruct these.
