Overview
A Home Fire Safety Visit is carried out by Scottish Fire & Rescue Service staff for people at the highest risk of experiencing a fire in the home.
These visits aim to support people to live more safely by working with them to reduce their risk of fire.
During a visit, we can also help to address other risks of unintentional injury.
What a visit includes
During your visit, we will provide:
- identification of potential fire risks in your home
- information about bedtime routines
- help creating a robust escape plan
- advice and testing of smoke alarms
Where applicable, we will also provide:
- onward referral to our partners for further support and advice (with your permission)
- the installation of smoke alarms in line with Scottish legislation
Who can get a visit
Not everyone needs an in-person visit from us.
Our online Home Fire Safety Questionnaire helps to assess the level of risk within your home. At the end of the questionnaire, and if you are eligable, you will be offered a in-person Home Fire Safety Visit.
If you’re not eligible, we will provide you with a downloadable Fire Safety Plan. This will contain personalised fire safety advice and information.
We (Centre for Inclusive Living Perth & Kinross) have postcards in our office from the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service if anyone would like one. You can also call 0800 0731 999 to book a FREE Home Fire Safety Visit.
Below is a very handy PDF booklet put together by the Scottish Fire Service on Home Safety which all householders should read, handy for Carers too!
Perth Fire Station paid us a visit and gave us some helpful advice. Thank you to Asha and Keith.
