Is smoking worth the risk?

Smoking is a fire risk

We can help on the journey to quitting and feeling safe and well in the home.

More people die in fires started through smoking than any other cause. Tobacco burns at very high temperatures – it’s designed to stay lit. This is why cigarettes can so quickly start a fire.

If you’re a smoker, here’s some top tips to support you with safety in your home.

• Avoid smoking in bed.
• Always use a proper ash tray.
• When you’ve finished always fully stub out cigarettes.
• Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
• If you have oxygen aid – always remember never use your oxygen near a naked flame, including all forms of smoking and e-cigarettes, gas and electric cookers.

If you need extra help to keep yourself safe then please book a FREE Safe and Well Visit. Call our Safe and Well team on 0800 923 7000.

Our friends at the NHS

There are so many reasons to stop smoking from the health benefits, more money in your pocket, spending more time with your family and friends and the reduced fire risk.

Whether its for yourself, your family or your friends why not join the thousands of other people that will quit smoking for good this No Smoking Day.

For helpful tips to help you quit visit the NHS website.

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