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Outdoor safety

Whether in your own garden, at the park or in the countryside we have information to help keep you and your family safe.

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Moorland Safety

Take extra care and help us prevent fires during periods of high temperatures and dry conditions
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Barbecue fire safety

When we experience hot sunny weather, it is natural to want to get out the barbecue, go outdoors and enjoy it with family and friends.
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Caravan and camping safety

Here is some safety advice for those looking to go camping or those staying in caravans.
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Gypsy and traveller safety

By following a few safety tips, you can keep you and your loved ones safe from fire in your caravan or mobile home.
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Fireworks and bonfire safety

Fireworks should be treated with care, they are not toys. Fire can spread easily, so where and how you build your bonfire is important
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Garden Fire Safety Pledge

Take the pledge - No garden fires. In pledging not to have a garden fire you will be supporting your firefighters across Derbyshire, and people with respiratory illnesses.
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Controlled Burn Leaflet

Thinking about having a Contolled Burn? Fire can spread easily, so where and how you build your controlled burn is important. Please follow these simple guidelines.

Controlled Burn Leaflet (pdf 2,171.56 KB)

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Think Sprinkler

There is clear evidence that sprinklers can be effective in stopping fires spreading and putting them out.
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Blue Light Aware

The crews of emergency service vehicles rely on the help of other road users when they are on a blue light journey.
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Biker Down

Biker Down is a 3 hour course covering accident scene management, first aid and the science of being seen.

Community Contract

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) protects the communities of Derbyshire by preventing fires and emergencies from occurring.
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FireStoppers

FireStoppers gives people an anonymous way to report what they know about deliberate firesetting.