More than half of all accidental fires in your home start in the kitchen. Nearly all of these involve the cooker.

Here are a few simple rules to help you stay safe:

·         Never hang tea towels on the cooker.

·         Never leave the cooker alone when it is switched on.

·         Make sure the cooker is turned off when you have finished using it.

·         Don't let leads from other appliances like kettles or toasters trail across the cooker.

·         Don't let fat and grease build up on the cooker, especially in the grill pan where it can    easily catch fire.

·         Never allow children in the kitchen unsupervised.