The advice from the Hereford and Worcester Fire Service Prevent team is:

• Fit smoke alarms on every level of your property
• Test the batteries every week (e.g. Test on Tuesday) , change them every year and never
  remove them
• Take extra care if you need to leave the kitchen whilst cooking – take pans off the heat or turn
  them off
• Unplug appliances you are not using when you go to bed
• Put cigarettes out properly and dispose of them carefully. Put them out. Right out
• Make sure candles are secured in a proper holder and away from materials that may catch
  fire like curtains
• Close inside doors at night to help prevent fire from spreading
• Plan an escape route and make sure everyone knows how to escape
• Don’t tackle a fire yourself. Keep calm and act quickly, get everyone out as soon as possible
  then dial 999
  There were many sign-ups at the end for a referral for a free HOME FIRE SAFETY CHECK , a visit
  from a qualified authorised technician who will test and fit devices for free to keep you safe.
  If you’d like know more about this service
  call 0800 032 1155

OR visit https://www.hwfire.org.uk/advice/book-ahome-fire-safety-visit/