Top tips to stay safe in your home
DO NOT
- Do not smoke or allow others to smoke in your home.
- Do not use matches, lighters, candles, any open flame or other potential cause of ignition.
- Do not cook if there is any chance of your clothing being contaminated with paraffin-based creams.
- Do not use paraffin or oil-based creams or liquids on your skin if using oxygen equipment. Speak to your health professional or carer about using water-based creams instead.
DO
- Do wash your bedding daily as it may have been saturated with paraffin-based creams.
- Do change and wash your clothing daily as they may have been saturated with paraffin-based creams.
- Do cover your furniture or airflow cushions with throws to avoid them becoming contaminated but ensure you wash them daily.
- Do keep your property clean and clear. Do not let flammable materials, such as paper and fabric, accumulate and keep ovens and hobs free from grease and oil.
- Do change and wash your clothing daily as they may have been saturated with paraffin-based creams.
- Do cover your furniture or airflow cushions with throws to avoid them becoming contaminated but ensure you wash them daily.
- Do keep your property clean and clear. Do not let flammable materials, such as paper and fabric, accumulate and keep ovens and hobs free from grease and oil.
- Do tell your health care professional or carer if there is a change in your medical or health condition which might compromise your fire safety within your home. Examples: If you are prescribed medications that cause drowsiness, your mobility declines significantly, or you experience memory issues.
- Do share this information and advice with other family and friends.
Important facts
Using paraffin based creams is safe unless an ignition source, such as a heater, candle or cigarette is introduced. These sources could cause a fire which may result in serious injury or death.
Remember – stay vigilant around heat, sparks and fire!
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