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    Fires in your chimney could spread to the rest of your house and cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Ensure chimneys and flues are swept regularly by a professional chimney sweep.

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    Follow these chimney safety tips:

    • Ensure chimneys and flues are swept regularly by a professional chimney sweep;
    • Between “sweeps” keep chimneys, flues and appliances clean and well maintained;
    • Be careful when using open fires to keep warm.  Always use a fire guard to protect against flying sparks from hot embers;
    • Never store the fuel next to the appliance so sparks do not set it alight;
    • Ensure the fire is completely out before going to bed or leaving the house;
     

    What is carbon monoxide poisoning?

    Look out for:

    • a headache - this is the most common symptom
    • feeling sick, dizzy, tired and confused
    • being sick and having stomach pain
    • shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.

    You should have a carbon monoxide alarm in every room where there is a fuel-burning appliance.

    • Carbon monoxide alarms work by detecting carbon monoxide in the room.
    • If your carbon monoxide detector is beeping you should act fast and get out of the property.
    • Carbon monoxide detectors should only be used as a back-up precaution.
    • If you are in a rented property, landlords are required by law to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties.
    • Test your alarm regularly, at least once a month.
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