Being aware of dangers in your new place is very important, so smoke alarms are a great way of detecting fire but what about other risks that you should be aware of? We have handpicked some products that all students should consider.
Carbon Monoxide(CO) is a real danger: colourless, tasteless and undetectable by humans, but protecting yourself from it is very easy. We offer a 10 year battery operated CO detector that detects the poisonous gas before it reaches dangerous levels. It really is a must have!
Security safes are often used by students to protect their belongings. Storing money and important documents and valuable items can often be difficult, especially in shared housing. We offer two safes that secure your important belongings and can be easily operated with a digital lock, making these security solutions a no-brainer.
You may have heard of it being talked about but you won't have seen it, heard it or smelt it before! Carbon Monoxide is known as the silent killer and is only detectable by a CO detector. It is produced when material doesn't combust properly. Every student should have a CO detector and protect themselves and their house mates.
Having your phone or money stolen or losing your credit cards, jewellery or passports can be frustrating, and not just because of the financial loss but because you then have to chase it up and try to replace them. Having a safe place to store your valuables is more than advisable, it is essential.
We all have accidents in and around our homes, from paper cuts to minor burns; they all need some kind of attention. Having a First Aid kit ensures that you can quickly deal with accidents and injuries and ensure that infection doesn't occur.
We are offering a first aid kit from St John Ambulance in this section. The kit consists of products that you need for accidents in and around your home, including plasters, bandages, scissors etc. Often these items seem unimportant...until you actually need them!
These products are also available in safety packs, ensuring you get suitable cover, and you receive a discount. If you have any questions or want any advice then please call us free on 0800 612 6537.
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Many people are unaware of the devastating effects of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon Monoxide has no colour, smell or taste and cannot be detected by the human senses. It is extremely dangerous, binding itself to the haemoglobin in red blood cells and preventing them from transporting oxygen around the body.
According to statistics released by the Office for National Statistics, throughout England and Wales, there are an average of over 60 deaths every year due to accidental exposure to carbon monoxide - up to 45% of which occur in the home.
Source: ONS, User Requested Data, Refs 006780, 007476 & 009122
Figures from the Department of Health and Social Care show that there are around 4000 cases of carbon monoxide poisoning treated in A&E Departments across England each year - even mild cases can exacerbate existing conditions such as respiratory illnesses, leading to fatalities.
According to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for England, around 200 per year are hospitalised in England and Wales as a result of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning.
A study of more than 27,000 properties by the Liverpool John Moores University, supported by the Merseyside and West Midlands Fire Services, found that less than 10% of homes have a single carbon monoxide alarm to protect occupants from this deadly gas.
Source: Liverpool John Moores University