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🚰 A tenant calls in a panic—no water! 🚰 Water outages can bring everything to a standstill. Whether it’s a burst pipe or a city-wide issue, it’s critical to react fast. Check with local authorities to confirm if the issue is widespread or isolated to your property. For isolated issues, dispatch your emergency plumber immediately to restore water flow. For wider outages, communicate with tenants about how long the disruption is expected to last. Providing bottled water or temporary solutions for hygiene can go a long way in keeping tenants comfortable. #WaterOutage #PlumbingEmergency #PropertyManagement #TenantCare

May is Emergency Preparedness Month! Are you ready for unexpected plumbing emergencies?🚨🔧 From burst pipes to clogged drains, Mr. Rooter is here to tackle common plumbing issues whenever you need us. Visit MrRooter.com for more information on our emergency plumbing services. #MrRooterPlumbing #Neighborly #EmergencyPlumbing #EmergencyPreparednessMonth

May is Emergency Preparedness Month! Are you ready for unexpected plumbing emergencies?🚨🔧 From burst pipes to clogged drains, Mr. Rooter is here to tackle common plumbing issues whenever you need us. Visit MrRooter.com for more information on our emergency plumbing services. #MrRooterPlumbing #Neighborly #EmergencyPlumbing #EmergencyPreparednessMonth

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service have highlighted the importance of checking if your hot water bottle is safe to use. Each year in the UK, hundreds of people are injured by hot water bottles, with incidents ranging from mild to severe burns. Recent data indicates that in just the first six months of 2023, 99 serious burn injuries from hot water bottles were treated in major burns units, up from 68 in the same period in 2022. This figure excludes less severe injuries managed in A&E departments, suggesting the total number is significantly higher. The increase in injuries is linked to cost-of-living pressures, with more people relying on hot water bottles for warmth instead of central heating. Hot water bottles typically have a lifespan of about two years. Do you know how to check when yours will expire?   Here's a quick and easy way to find out: Look for the 'Flower Wheel' or 'Daisy Wheel' on the funnel or neck of your hot water bottle. This will show you the manufacturing date.   How to Read It: The number in the center of the wheel indicates the year it was made (e.g., ‘20’ means 2020). The 12 petals around the wheel represent the months of the year. The dots in each petal represent the weeks of that month. For example, 3 dots in the fifth petal means it was made in the third week of May.   If your hot water bottle is more than two years old from the manufacturing date, it is at risk of leaking or bursting. For your safety, it's time to replace it!  

Breathe easy: understanding the risks of open air burning Significant community feedback of over 2,200 people in 2023, emphasised the importance of open air burning for fire prevention, while also being very concerned about its potential risks to public health and the environment. We're calling on property owners to take simple measures before burning off to minimise the risk and negative impacts on the environment and public health. Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Simon Brooks:   “Our aim is to ensure that residents understand the potential health impacts of open air burning and are equipped with the knowledge to manage it responsibly. By raising awareness, we can empower our community to make informed decisions that prioritise both fire prevention and public health.”   Quotes attributable to Deputy Mayor Councillor Antonella Celi, Chair of Council’s Health and Wellbeing Committee:   “The effective management of open air burning to reduce the impact on the environment and public health is important. By working together with property owners, we can ensure that best practice in fire management and prevention can be used to significantly reduce emissions and air pollution in the best interest of our community’s health and wellbeing.” Find out how you can help to reduce the risks of open air burning at the link: https://lnkd.in/gZZApasD

Waterway safety is paramount for our communities. With increasing water activities and unforeseen incidents like drownings, heat-related illnesses, and even boat accidents, the need for robust emergency marker signage is undeniable. Local governments and emergency management officers play a crucial role in safeguarding our waterways. By investing in clear and accessible emergency markers, we can significantly enhance public safety and response times. #SavingTimeSavingLives Let's prioritise prevention and protection. Read our featured blog to learn more about the importance of waterways Emergency Marker signage. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gEzzZp6m #waterwaysafety #emergencypreparedness #localgovernment #emergencymanagement #publicsafety #triplezero #RapidMap

Got a plumbing emergency over the holiday season? We’ve got you covered 24/7 No matter the time, Priority Plus Plumbing is here to help with fast, reliable service. Don’t let plumbing issues ruin your festive season. Call us anytime 02 8999 5010 Plumbing emergencies don’t take a break, and neither do we. #emergencyplumbing #24hourservice #priorityplusplumbing"

🔥 Take 10 minutes out of your day to complete the online Home Fire Safety Check 🏡 This week is #FireSafety week in Northern Ireland and NI Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) has launched its new online Home Fire Safety Check. Last year, NIFRS attended 728 house fires with cooking and electricity supply being the biggest causes. The online Home Fire Safety Check is an easy-to-follow self-assessment involving answering a series of questions about each room in the home. Once this is completed, users will receive a personalised fire action plan identifying the potential causes of fire in the home with safety advice to help reduce the risk of fire. Pay close attention to tumble dryers, extension leads, and device chargers within your house. The online tool has been developed through a partnership between the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and Safelincs and has been made available to Fire & Rescue Services across the UK. Well done to all involved. To complete the assessment click here: https://lnkd.in/ee7YT7xb #firesafety #homesafety #protection #lifesafety

Cleaning up after a storm or flood is a big job. Be cautious and wear protective clothing, including long pants, boots, and work gloves. Watch out for debris, and avoid fallen power lines, poles and wires. Practice these safety precautions as you being to clean up: ⚠️ Stay away from floodwaters which may contain sewage, sharp items, bacteria and chemicals that can make you sick. ⚠️ Don’t touch electrical equipment if its wet or if you’re standing in water. ⚠️ Flooding can contaminate drinking water. Follow the advice of local public health officials to protect yourself. ⚠️ Throw out food that got wet or warm. When in doubt, throw it out! ⚠️ If your home was flooded, completely dry your home and everything in it as quickly as possible to help prevent mold. ⚠️ Keep wet areas well-ventilated and throw away wet materials that can’t be repaired or dried.

Happy holidays! Facilities Environmental Health & Safety have a few tips for you to keep in mind as you enjoy the festivities this season! During the holiday season, fire safety is important. According to NFPA, U.S. Fire departments respond to an average of 230 home fires that start with Christmas trees each year. Electrical failures or malfunctions are a factor in 1/3 of all Christmas tree fires. Here are a few other general holiday safety tips to keep in mind while enjoying the season with family and friends. #FSU #FSUFacilities #EnvironmentalhealthAndSafety #BuildingExcellence