Smoking causes more than a third of accidental fire deaths in people's homes.

 If you smoke, following these simple rules could save your life:

·         Fit a smoke alarm. Make sure it has the British Standard kitemark. Test it at least once a month and change the battery once a year. 

·         Never leave a lit cigarette, cigar or pipe unattended. It might fall on to an armchair or      a carpet that could catch fire and give off dense smoke and fumes.

·         Never smoke in a chair if you think you may doze off.

·         Always keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.

·         Before you go to bed, make sure nothing has been left still burning.

·         Before you empty an ashtray, make sure the contents are cold. 

·         Never smoke in bed.