FIRE and Rescue NSW has reminded caravan and camping enthusiasts to be fire safe.
“Make sure your caravan or motorhome has a working photoelectric smoke alarm,” it said. Other fire safety tips included planning how to escape an RV in the event of a blaze. “Remember that the majority of fires start in the kitchen so make sure you ‘keep looking while cooking’,” it advised. “Gas cylinders on caravans should be external, secure and with valves facing away from the ‘van. You should regularly check gas pipes and connectors are in good working order, particularly after driving on country roads.”
Other important items included having a fire extinguisher and fire blanket onboard.
Campers should find out where the nearest phone is or check that mobile phones have reception. The name and street address of your campground or caravan park should be noted. Also check the location of the nearest hose reel and evacuation point, and never leave an open fire or hot coals unattended.
Published by Caravanning News – January2017
