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160 smoke detectors donated to Fire Service

Wed, 22 Nov 2023

Photo L-R, Sean Bostrom (FRS Prevention Team), Mark Christian (Chief Fire Officer), Richard Hulme (Tower Insurance Development Manager), David Dallimore (FRS Prevention Team)
Photo L-R, Sean Bostrom (FRS Prevention Team), Mark Christian (Chief Fire Officer), Richard Hulme (Tower Insurance Development Manager), David Dallimore (FRS Prevention Team)

Tower Insurance has donated 160 smoke detectors to Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service (IOMFRS), as part of an ongoing fire safety partnership.

The smoke detectors will be installed in the homes of some of the most vulnerable people within our community.

This free installation is provided as part of the IOMFRS free Home Safety Visits.

During a home safety visit firefighters will look at areas of potential risk within the home, provide advice on the maintenance of smoke alarms and devise an escape plan in the event of fire.

Information is also provided on kitchen hazards, candles, heaters and electric blankets, chimney safety and the safe disposal of smoking materials. IOMFRS also recommend that smoke detectors are tested on a weekly basis.

Home Safety Visits can be booked by anyone, for any type of property. Referrals for a visit can also be made through social services and other third sector support organisations.

Each smoke detector has a self-contained battery that lasts 10 years, after the battery runs out it is advised to throw the detector away and replace with a new detector.

To book an appointment for a free home safety visit, call 647300, Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.


 

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