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Chapter 5 GENERAL
FIRE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning: Your attention is drawn to the notice affixed in the caravan
advising on fire prevention, ventilation and what to do in case of fire.
Ensure that the occupants are familiar with escape routes, in case of a
fire.
Children
Warning: Do not leave children alone in the caravan in any
circumstances. When in the caravan ensure that children are supervised
at all times. Keep potentially dangerous items out of reach as at home,
e.g. matches, medicines etc.
Fire Extinguishers
Provide one dry powder fire extinguisher of an approved type or
complying with ISO 7165 of at least 1 kg capacity by the main exit door,
and a fire blanket next to the cooker. Familiarise yourself with the
instructions on your fire extinguisher and the local fire precaution
arrangements.
A fat pan fire should not have an extinguisher aimed at it but be smothered
with a fire blanket. It is advisable not to cook with a fat pan or deep fryer
in the enclosed space of a caravan.
Extinguishers containing vaporising liquids should not be used by a
person inside the caravan or from outside whilst other persons are in the
caravan. Dry powder extinguishers will deal with fat or electrical fires
and water type extinguishers should not be used for this type of fire.
In Case of Fire
i. Get everyone out of the caravan as quickly as possible using whichever
exit is quickest including windows. Do not stop to collect any personal
items.
ii. Raise the alarm - Call the Fire Brigade (in the UK dial 999).
iii. Turn off gas container valve if safe to do so.