We are working in partnership with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to raise awareness of the dangers of failing to keep common closes clear. The common stair is the only way out in the event of a fire. A fire may not start in your home, items left in the close could be deliberately set on fire. A small bag of rubbish can create enough smoke to fill a whole close. Items including prams, bikes or scooters may seem harmless however these could impede your exit in the event of a fire and they are also a trip hazard. We have been in contact with all those tenants in tenement blocks and close inspections will be ongoing. All tenants within tenements will be aware that we carry out a bulk uplift service on a weekly basis. All bulky items can be left out at the bin store in back court on a Wednesday night and will be removed by our contractor on a Thursday morning.
If you have any concerns regarding items in your close, please contact the Housing Team at the office on 0141 944 4902. You can also book a Home Fire Safety Visit by contacting Scottish Fire and Rescue Service directly on 0800 0731 999.