Kitchen fire safety
Close the unit door when it is safe to evacuate
Check the corridor and escape route for smoke first; when it is safe to leave, close the unit door and do not return.
Why it matters
A closed door can slow smoke and fire, but entering heavy smoke can be more dangerous.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Rushing into a smoke-filled corridor or returning for belongings.
Correct action
Check the corridor and escape route for smoke first; when it is safe to leave, close the unit door and do not return.
What to do
- Check the area, equipment, and household arrangement before starting.
- Check the corridor and escape route for smoke first; when it is safe to leave, close the unit door and do not return.
- Stop and tell the employer if the situation is unsafe or unclear.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness, breathing difficulty, or immediate danger, call 999 and keep yourself safe first.
Sources and review
- Hong Kong Fire Services Department — Fire Escape
Source checked: 2026-08-22
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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