9 - 16 August between Noon - 2pm and 10:59 - 11:59pm
Background
This is a national dispute between the union and the Government over pension arrangements. Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) is not involved in those negotiations, but the strike will affect all fire and rescue services in England and Wales.
Emergency cover
Kent Fire and Rescue Service is pooling working staff to crew as many fire engines as possible, which will be located around the county to provide the best cover possible. KFRS will continue to answer and deal with 999 calls, but will not be operating at the normal level of service, so it is important to take extra care.
Safety advice
Please take a few minutes for a few safety checks to keep your home, business and family safe and help reduce unnecessary 999 calls.
• Make sure children are aware of the dangers of water and fires in the countryside
• We attend more road crashes than fires these days so drive carefully and wear a seatbelt
• Before bed (or if you're going to be away) check you've unplugged any unused electrical items, closed all interior doors and made sure anyone in the house knows the safest escape routes
• Smoke alarms should be fitted on each floor of your home. Check yours is working once a week and clean it once a month. Check batteries annually If you don't have a smoke alarm call us on: 0800 923 7000 or email contact details to: home@kent.fire-uk.org for free fire safety advice and services
• Take extra care with barbecues and bonfires distraction can have disastrous results.
Don’t leave any cooking unattended especially if you’ve been drinking alcohol or are on medication
• Business owners and managers please see the safety advice on our website
• Follow the Twitter hashtag #takeextracare
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