Water safety

Every year, in the UK, around 400 people die from drowning as a result of an accident in or around water. Read our advice for staying safe near open or flood water.

Open water

To keep yourself safe, when you are in, on or beside water, always follow the Water Safety Code.

Flooding

You can prepare for flooding by taking a few practical steps

Think Sprinkler

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

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.

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.

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15 minutes to save a life

15 minutes to save a life - Available posters and leaflets to support the campaign