Hospice safety and fire regulations
Fire
- In the event of fire or other emergency, families should stay in their rooms and await instructions from nursing staff or the fire brigade.
- If you find a fire or detect smoke, please evacuate the area and alert Bear Cottage staff.
- Please do not use the lift if there is a fire alert.
Alcohol
- Responsible consumption of alcohol is permitted by adult guests only. Please show respect for other guests.
- Disrespectful or offensive behaviour as a result of excessive alcohol consumption will not be tolerated.
- Staff will intervene if safety is compromised.
Smoking
- Bear Cottage is a smoke-free zone in accordance with Department of Health guidelines.
- Smoking is not permitted on the verandas or inside the house.
- The far garden at the rear of the building is the designated area for smoking.
- Please dispose of your cigarette butts in the appropriate place.
- For safety reasons, we ask that you please notify the nursing staff if your child uses a nebuliser.