Did you know there are specialist smoke alarms for those hard of hearing? They’re not all bleeping smoke alarms! #DeafAwarenessWeek #FireKills

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Smoke alarms for people who are deaf or hard of hearing

A range of alarms have been designed specifically for the hard of hearing. They have features ranging from strobe lighting and vibrating alarms.

These specialist alarms can save lives. They alert the user to a fire in the home, even if they have removed their hearing aid at night.

British Standard BS5446-3:2005 specifies smoke alarm kits for deaf and hard of hearing people. Products made to this standard give deaf people assurance of quality smoke alarms designed to meet their needs.

How they work

A vibrating pad is placed under a mattress or pillow at night. The alarm sets off when smoke is detected. The pad vibrates and the strobe light flashes to assist in alerting the sleeper.

Where to get the alarms

There are local Smoke alarms for people who are deaf or hard of hearing

A range of alarms have been designed specifically for the hard of hearing. They have features ranging from strobe lighting and vibrating alarms.

These specialist alarms can save lives. They alert the user to a fire in the home, even if they have removed their hearing aid at night.

British Standard BS5446-3:2005 specifies smoke alarm kits for deaf and hard of hearing people. Products made to this standard give deaf people assurance of quality smoke alarms designed to meet their needs.

How they work

A vibrating pad is placed under a mattress or pillow at night. The alarm sets off when smoke is detected. The pad vibrates and the strobe light flashes to assist in alerting the sleeper.

Where to get the alarms

There are local organisations, or arrangements with local authorities, to assist with providing specialist alarms. You can contact your local community fire station in the first instance to find out more, or arrangements with local authorities, to assist with providing specialist alarms. You can contact your local community fire station in the first instance to find out more

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Every Tuesday you should 'push the button' to test your alarms, keep yourself safe by making sure that your alarms are functioning.

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