• Do check cable and plug before starting to charge your devices. • Do check the socket that you use for charging isn’t showing signs of burning or overheating. Don’ts • Don’t leave devices continually on charge. • Don’t leave devices on charge overnight. • Don’t cover chargers/devices whilst on charge as this may cause overheating. • Don’t leave devices or mobility vehicles in corridors, communal or shared spaces, on balconies, on staircases or blocking emergency exits. • Don’t use batteries which are damaged. • Don’t put batteries into general waste bins, take them to your local recycling centre. • Don’t leave your device in direct sunlight, exposed to hot temperatures. • Don’t block the escape route from your home with anything, including bikes and scooters.
Keep your home safe from fire
We use products containing Lithium- ion batteries every day in electrical devices such as laptops, tablets, mobile phones, e-cigarettes, power tools, drones, remote control cars, e-bikes, and e-scooters. When used properly, Lithium-ion batteries aren’t dangerous, however, they can present a significant fire risk when over-charged, short-circuited, damaged, submerged in water or exposed to extreme temperatures. Many fires have begun with people storing their e-scooters/e-bikes on balconies where they are exposed to all types of weather, which can cause damage to the batteries. Dos and Don’ts Dos • Do check laundry to make sure small electrical devices, such as vapes, aren’t accidentally washed and damaged. • Do use compatible appliances and chargers. If you need to buy a replacement, choose a branded, genuine product from a supplier you can trust. • Do check you’re using devices in line with manufacturers’ guidelines to reduce the risk of breakdown. • Do try to charge e-bikes or e-scooters in an area with a smoke alarm. Smoke alarms should be regularly tested.
For more information on fire safety visit:
www.southwayhousing.co.uk/your- home-tenancy/safety-at-home/fire- safety
Keeping communal areas tidy If you live in an apartment the communal areas in your building are shared spaces. Keeping them clean and clear is vital for everyone’s safety - including yours. Hallways, stairwells, and shared spaces must always be free from clutter. In an emergency like a fire, these areas need to be clear so everyone can exit quickly, and emergency services can get in
without delay. Even small items left out can block escape routes or slow down help. If your building has a designated storage room for electric scooters or similar items, please use it only for its intended purpose. These spaces should not be used for storing personal belongings or dumping rubbish.
If you notice anything being left in communal areas that shouldn’t be there, please contact the Customer Hub on 0161 448 4200 and ask for the Facilities Team. Let’s all do our part to keep shared spaces safe, tidy, and welcoming. A clear corridor could make all the difference in an emergency — for you and your neighbours.
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