Many people don’t realise that smoke alarms have a lifespan of 10 years. After this time, their sensors become less reliable and need replacing. By checking your smoke alarm’s expiry date, you can help to keep yourself and others safe.
If you see someone struggling in water, making the right call to the right emergency service can not only save time, it can help to save their life.
Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable and used in many personal electronic products. Read about important things you need to do and remember to help stay safe ...
Learn about our Safer Care Service for health and care premises. Book your place on one of our forthcoming seminars for responsible persons and owners of health and care premises, taking place at KFRS Headquarters in Maidstone.
Wildfires often happen after long periods of dry weather and can spread rapidly, causing serious damage. By following some general safety advice you can help to prevent wildfires.
Check the current wildfire risk in your area — and learn how to stay safe.
Wildfires
Warmer weather is on the way – be wildfire aware.
Check the current wildfire warning levels in your area and learn what steps you can take to reduce the risks.
Safety in the home
Making sure home is a safe place is important for everyone. You’ll find lots of advice and help in our Home Safety section - from smoke alarms to electrical and kitchen safety, we are here to help you stay safe. If you have a young family, a long-term health condition or dementia, are an older person or a smoker, you are eligible for a Kent Fire and Rescue Service free home fire safety visit.
Book a home fire safety visit
If you have a young family, a long-term health condition or dementia, are an older person or a smoker, get in touch now to request a Kent Fire and Rescue Service free home fire safety visit. Meet one of our friendly team in your own home, talk about your particular needs and get advice tailored to your circumstances.
Business safety
Businesses have a legal duty to ensure their premises are safe for everyone who uses or visits them. If you have a business, Kent Fire and Rescue Service can offer you help and advice on understanding your responsibilities and how to take precautions, minimise the risk and meet the legal requirements.
Fire risk assessment
Businesses are legally required to carry out a fire risk assessment. The type of assessment you need will depend on your type of business. Learn what you need to do and how we can help.
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