Fire Safety in your home
Your safety is our priority. Please take a few moments to read this important fire safety guidance. It helps keep you, your neighbours and your home safe.
Plan your Fire Escape
Having a planned and practised escape route can save lives. Make sure you know how you would leave your home, and your building if you live in a flat, in an emergency.
If you or anyone in your household may find it difficult to escape, you can book a free home safety visit with your local fire and rescue service.
Everyone should be prepared and know what to do if a fire occurs:
- Think carefully about your escape route in advance.
- Stay low or crawl, as smoke rises and can make breathing difficult.
- Check doors for heat before opening them.
- Never return to collect belongings once you have escaped.
Planning ahead and practising your route helps protect you and those you live with.
Smoke Detectors Save Lives
Smoke detectors provide early warning in the event of a fire, but only if they’re tested regularly and maintained properly.
How to test your detectors in your home
You should test the smoke detectors in your home at least once a month, it’s simple to do:
- Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds.
- If no alarm sounds, please raise a repair to our Contact Centre and we will attend as soon as possible to resolve.
- Tip: Choose a day you’ll remember, for example, the 1st of the month, and make it part of your routine
Blocks with a fire alarm panel
The following Schemes and Blocks have detectors linked to a main building fire alarm system;
Fairhive staff perform weekly tests at the panel and our approved contractor tests the alarm system and all connected detectors annually, including those within your home. Our contractor will need access to your home on an annual basis and we will notify you of their attendance dates at least 2 weeks prior. This procedure applies to all Independent Living Schemes and a select number of General Needs blocks listed below.
If you notice a fault or hear an alarm that doesn’t sound right, please report it straight away to our Contact Centre or your Independent Living Coordinator or Neighbourhood Manager.
1-46 Bankside, Wendover, Aylesbury, Bucks. HP22 6JW
1-20 Brooks Court, Buckingham, Bucks, MK18 1DG
1-7 Bunning Mews, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 8LD
1-23 Chandos Court, Chandos Road, Buckingham, Bucks, MK18 1AJ
2-43 Essex House, Silverdale Close, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 2PF
1-11 Willow House, Silverdale Close, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 2PZ
1-12 Westbury House, Silverdale Close, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 2PQ
1-12 Wharton House, Silverdale Close, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 2PG
1-29 Landon Court, Walton Road, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP21 7SW
1-25 North End Court, North End Square, Buckingham, Bucks, MK18 1NZ
5-30 The Beeches, Wendover, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP22 6PA
3-25 The Poplars, Wendover, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP22 6NP
2-32 Woodlands, Butte Furlong, Haddenham, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP17 8JE
1-22 Anne Boleyn House, Wycliffe End, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 7XQ
1-45 Enid Blyton House, Wycliffe End, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 7XG
1-35 Shelley House, Wycliffe End, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 7XE
1-35 Roald Dahl House, Wycliffe End, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 7XD
1-24 Rothschild House, Wycliffe End, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 7XB
How to test your Carbon Monoxide alarm
- Carbon monoxide alarms help protect you from dangerous gas leaks.
- Please test your carbon monoxide detectors at least once a month, it’s simple to do:
- Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds.
- If no alarm sounds, please report/raise a repair to our Contact Centre and we will attend as soon as possible to resolve.
- Your alarm will also be tested during the annual gas safety check carried out by Fairhive.
A quick test can make a big difference in keeping your home safe.
Keeping Communal Areas Safe
To keep everyone safe, we have a zero-tolerance policy on storing or leaving personal belongings in communal areas.
This includes:
- Bikes, prams, pushchairs, or mobility scooters.
Furniture, boxes, flammable materials or other stored items.- Electric scooters, e-bikes or charging equipment.
These items can block escape routes and increase fire risk, so please make sure all personal belongings are kept inside your home or in a designated storage area if available.
Items found in communal areas will be removed for safety reasons.
Your Responsibilities for Fire Safety
- Do not prop open fire doors in communal areas, as they are designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
- Do not leave cooking unattended and keep tea towels and other combustible materials away from heat sources in the kitchen.
- Avoid overloading electrical equipment and ensure it is switched off when not in use. Regularly check the condition of wiring and immediately stop using and replace any equipment found to be faulty.
- Put candles and cigarettes out properly
- Always place rubbish in the bins provided and avoid leaving waste lying around, which could increase the risk of arson.
- Check that the self‑closing device on your own front door is working properly and that the door closes fully behind you.
By following these simple steps, you can play an important role in maintaining a safe living environment for everyone.
If You Spot a Fire Risk, Tell Us
If you notice anything that doesn’t look safe, such as damaged fire doors, faulty alarms, items stored in communal areas, or electrical concerns, please let us know straight away.
You can report issues by calling 01296 732600 or through MyHomeHub.
Our teams and contractors carry out regular checks, but your day-to-day awareness helps us keep everyone safe.
If you’d like more advice or support, you can also contact the team at contact@fairhive.co.uk.
