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.