Gravesham and Dartford’s hairdressers are now part of a flaming new initiative to help cut through the myths of fire safety.
18 hair professionals across both boroughs have signed up to a smoking hot plan to raise awareness of the free advice being dished out by Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS).
Manager Tania Faro-Bance of Tania’s supports KFRS' scheme
On top of the customer’s trim, information about KFRS’ “Safe and Well Visit” will be handed out to residents from this month - including the news that they could have their homes fitted with smoke alarms.
During the visit, KFRS are offering residents the opportunity to learn about obtaining additional support and services too.
KFRS are tooling down to dish out the advice on fire safety
Gravesend’s hairdressers, Tania’s, based in Singlewell Road, is one such business who have jumped on board with the scheme.
Manager Tania Faro-Bance said: “This is a brilliant idea.
“We’re a long established business, having been here for 20 years - we have a large local clientele from all walks of life and all ages.
“We know our customers and who might benefit from the extra free help on offer from the fire service.
“We also have the ideal opportunity to spread the message far and wide during our normal working day to help keep local people safe.”
Over 100 barbers and hairdressers across Kent have signed up to work with Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) on the “Haircare Network” project which primarily aims to keep people safe from the risk of fire in their homes.
Tania's hairdressers is one of 18 hair professionals in Dartford and Gravesham who have signed up to the scheme
TOP STORIES: People who are eligible for a KFRS free "Safe and Well Visit" include those who smoke; are over 70-years-old; have a child under the age of five-years-old living with them; live with five or more people in one home; have mobility; eyesight; hearing or memory impairment; access to mental health services; or those who feel unsafe in their home.
KFRS Community Safety Manager, Charlie Smith said: “We are delighted to see so many hairdressers and barbers across the county sign up to work with us to help reach people within our communities who are most in need of our services.
“It is hoped that our Haircare Network can support our already well established local knowledge of those who need support.
“By recommending our services, those involved will be making a huge contribution to keeping their communities even safer.”
“If other hair professionals would like to join the Haircare Network they can register online at www.kent.fire-uk.org/hair or call 0800 923 700 and speak to our home safety team.”
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