Following a recent fire involving a brick-built storage shed attached to a property, we are asking you to please consider the following guidelines to help keep you and your neighbours safe.
- Do not store flammable materials
Flammable materials such as petrol, paint thinner, gas canisters and other combustible substances.
- Check your items
Before placing items in your storage shed, check they are not flammable or combustible.
- Approved storage
Only store non-flammable items such as garden tools, bicycles, and outdoor furniture in your shed.
- Dispose properly
Dispose of any flammable materials properly at a designated facility. Do not leave them in or near the storage shed. Find your nearest facility on your local council’s website.
- Report concerns
If you notice flammable materials in a storage shed, report it immediately.
Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a safe environment for everyone.