As your Head of Building Safety, I want to take a moment to talk about something that’s really important for keeping you and your loved ones safe: fire safety. Specifically, I want to share what you should do if you ever smell something burning in your home.

This isn’t meant to alarm you – it’s all about being prepared, staying calm, and knowing what steps to take to protect yourself and your household:

We’ve all experienced it – catching a whiff of something burning, like toast left in the toaster a bit too long. But what if the smell doesn’t seem to have an obvious source?

Here’s what you should do:

Remember, fire crews are here to help, and they’d much rather respond to a false alarm than face a serious emergency later on.

Why an evacuation plan is a must

While we hope you’ll never need to use it, having an evacuation plan in place can make all the difference in an emergency. Here’s how to create one that works for everyone in your home:

You can find out more about escape plans here Escape plan – West Midlands Fire Service