The Ultimate Checklist for Fire Safety On Your Holiday
Holidays are a time for fun and enjoyment, but it is important to follow these basic
fire safety guidelines to ensure that it remains a happy memory;
Hotel Research
You should look for accommodation which has taken sufficient
fire safety precautions;
- Hotels which are equipped with smoke detectors and sprinkler systems.
- Local fire regulations in certain countries may preserve the historic nature or aesthetic beauty of the property, this may prevent a level of fire safety that you're accustomed to in the UK/Europe. Therefore, you might want to think about taking your own portable smoke detector.
- Book a room on one of the hotel's lower floors is a very good safety option in older (and potentially more dangerous) hotels.
First Day Hotel Checklist
Once you arrive at your chosen destination, then please do the following:
- Read the fire instruction notice.
- Find your nearest fire exit.
- Make sure you understand how to raise the alarm should you see smoke or fire.
- Hotel staff need to do a “head count” in the event of a fire, so make sure you know where the 'meeting point' is located.
- Make sure the exit signs illuminated so that they can be easily read. Check your floor for a minimum of two exits.
- A fire extinguisher should be available (with easy access) on the floor.
- A fire alarm should also be found on the on the floor somewhere.
- Doors should be easy to open etc.
First Day Room Checklist
Take a few minutes, before you unpack, to check for fire safety equipment and read all the safety information available to you. This should only take a few minutes.
- First look for a smoke detector.
- You may also want to check that there is a sprinkler system in place.
- A fire evacuation plan should be posted in your room. You will probably find it attached to the inside of the door. Contact the front desk and ask for one if your room is without one.
FIRE!
If you discover a large fire in your room, then it is important not to panic and follow the following guidelines;
- Leave the room immediately and close the door behind you.
- Set-off the nearest fire alarm.
- Inform the hotel staff about the fire by remaining calm and avoid using excessive swearing or shouting.
If you discover a large fire in your room, then it is important not to panic and follow the following guidelines;
- Touch the door with the back of your hand. If it feels cool to the touch, then it is safe to open. Open slowly and check the hallway for smoke and flames.
- If it feels warm, then stay in your room. Seal the room by placing wet towels at the bottom of the door. If possible, telephone the fire service to tell them you are still in your room and wait for help to arrive.
- Take your room key with you (if possible) as you may need to get back inside if the exits are blocked.
- The purest air is closer to the floor during a fire, so crawl on your hands and knees if the room is filled with smoke.