If you have had new sprinklers installed in your property or flat block where you live here are a few tips to keep the sprinkler working and keep you safe.

Please do not

• Cover sprinkler heads with any obstruction
• Clean sprinkler heads with chemicals
• Hand anything from the sprinkler heads
• Paint or fill over sprinkler heads
• Use wallpaper steamers too close to the sprinkler heads

Do

• Take care not to knock sprinkler heads. If one is accidently knocked, report this to your landlord. If necessary, gently wipe sprinkler heads with a clean, dry cloth or duster.
• If you have a sprinkler activation in your home, evacuate the building as quickly as possible. The fire and rescue service will automatically be contacted, however, if you also wish to call 999, please do so.
• You may be contacted annually to arrange an appointment to visually inspect the sprinkler head in your home. This appointment should take no longer than 15 minutes.