Scotland’s national fire and rescue service has worked with partners in Fife to create a British Sign Language advert for its latest fire safety campaign, Make the Call.
The video, created by Fife Deaf Communication Service (FDCS), outlines how people with hearing difficulties can help keep family and friends safe from potentially deadly fires in the home by getting in touch with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.People in Fife can also utilise the FDCS to support them through the booking process.
SFRS is appealing to communities to consider home fire safety when checking in on vulnerable neighbours, patients, friends and family members during lockdown and to put them in touch with SFRS wherever possible.
Scotland’s national fire and rescue service has worked with partners in Fife to create a British Sign Language advert for its latest fire safety campaign, Make the Call.
He said: “It is more important now than ever that we reach everyone, and that includes people who are hard of hearing. We want all of our services, including things such as free Home Fire Safety Visits, to be accessible by all.
“That is why we have abilities such as the text service or our online form where people can book a visit without relying on phone calls. Our partnership with Fife Deaf Communication Service is key to this as not only have they kindly provided this video, but they are also assisting people in Fife to get in touch with us.
“We are delighted that we have been able to work so closely with them to push Make the Call to as many people as possible, with the aim of saving more lives.”
The campaign was launched following a sharp increase in the number of people who have passed away following fires in homes across Scotland.
More information and safety advice for people who are hard of hearing can be found at www.firescotland.gov.uk
