Our 3-Step Escape Plan

  • First Escape Route
  • Second Escape Route
  • Meeting Place
Notes

Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist

Your checklist

  • Get low

    Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.

    If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.

  • Be fast

    A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.

    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

  • Close doors

    A closed door buys you time.

    It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.

  • Get out - stay out!

    People have died by going back into a fire.

    Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.

Call emergency services as soon as you are out and safe. Ask for FIRE.

Clearly state your address and let the operator know it anyone is still inside or has not made it to the safe meeting place.

Emergency call 111 Emergency text 111

Search results for code of practice

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Press the button - your life may depend on it

News and media|24 September 2019

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging New Zealanders to check their smoke alarms are working this Daylight Saving weekend.

Port Hills Update #12

News and media|16 February 2024

Residents will have controlled access to Worsleys Road up to 358 Worsleys Road from 3pm.

Large fire in Te Rapa, toxic smoke warning

News and media|13 December 2023

Resident in the Hamilton suburbs of Chartwell and Rototuna are advised to stay inside with their windows and doors closed as Fire and Emergency battles a large fire in Te Rapa, Hamilton.

25 new career firefighters join the Fire and Emergency New Zealand team

News and media|18 September 2025

Fire and Emergency New Zealand welcomed 25 new career firefighters at a graduation ceremony in Rotorua today.

Tongariro National Park Fire Update #10

News and media|10 November 2025

Conditions are misty in the Tongariro National Park this morning, which has helped limit the growth of the fire overnight.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 34

News and media|29 May 2025

Ignite represents the voices of the people across the country who dedicate themselves to protecting life, the environment and property in their communities.

Employers of volunteers. Their stories.

Found in: Work or Volunteer with us | Employers of volunteers

Batteries and electronics

Found in: Home fire safety | Home fire hazards

Chances are, you've got dozens of appliances scattered around your home.