Andy Jamieson, one of our parents who works for the Fire Service, has recently done some fire safety training for our pupils in school.  He has also offered to provide free smoke alarms through the fire service for any parents who would like one or two for your home, if you do not already have them.  If you are interested, please contact the school office to register your interest and the number you would like (usually one alarm per floor of your house).

A smoke alarm is your early warning system, which will detect and alert you to a fire in your home. A smoke alarm will give you and your family valuable time to escape. Smoke alarms should be tested weekly.  Smoke alarms should be fitted:

• To the ceiling,
• One per level of your home, and
• In circulation areas (hallways and landings) that form part of your escape route).
• According to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Smoke Alarms should be fitted at least 30 cm (12″) away from any wall or light fitting and close to the centre of the room. Care should be taken to fit them where you can hear them particularly when you are asleep.