BULLETINS BELOW:
This page will be used for the latest information, normally copies of the 8 most recent Information Bulletins sent. Below them is also the most recent information from Trading Standards.
The latest bulletins received are linked below.
For the bulletins in blue below, click on the title to see the file.
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 04-09-08 Bewbush
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 04-09-08 West Green
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 04-09-08
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 28-08-08
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 26-08-08
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 14-08-08
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 10-08-08
CRAWLEY NHW INFORMATION BULLETIN 07-08-08
A MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE SERVICE
Smoke
Alarms Save Lives - There's no excuse for not having one.
Once
a week - test the battery. Press the test button until the
alarm sounds.
Once a year - change the battery. (Unless it's a
ten year alarm)
Twice a year - Open the case & gently
vacuum the inside to remove dust from the
sensors. If it
doesn't open, vacuum through the holes.
After 10 years - It is
best to replace your alarm with a whole new unit.
INFORMATION FROM TRADING STANDARDS
WHAT'S NEW?
Latest Trading Standards News 18th August 2008
1)Warning to Businesses
Itinerant workmen are targeting businesses in the County offering tarmacing work for cash. Some are claiming to be approved WSCC contractors working in the area and having spare tarmac left over. This is not true. Complaints have been received that the price agreed before the work is sometimes tripled when the final bill is given.
DO NOT BE CAUGHT OUT
Unlike consumers, businesses have no right to cancel a contract entered into as a result of a 'cold call'.
Trading Standards' advice is not to deal with 'cold callers' making attractive claims, but to contact a reputable firm who can give genuine recommendations from customers and a written quotation. What sounds too good to be true probably is.
If you are approached by such cold callers, please let Trading Standards know on 01243 642124.
West Sussex County Council runs the approved trader scheme 'Buy with Confidence'. A number of these approved businesses are able to carry out tarmac work - log on to www.buywithconfidence.info and search under 'driveway work'.
We are always looking for new businesses of all types to join this scheme. You can also recommend a trader if you feel someone local to you would be a suitable member.
2)Free Electric Blanket testing
Free electric blanket safety testing events are once again being offered by West Sussex County Council Trading Standards Service in partnership with local Borough and District Councils and West Sussex Fire Brigade.
Of the 734 blankets tested in 2007 a shocking 267 failed, 53 of these were considered dangerous, 214 were not recommended for further use.
Old electric blankets often become worn, with mechanical damage and deterioration of the heating elements and wiring. If your electric blanket is more than 10 years old it is strongly recommended that you replace it.
There are electric blanket fires every day, nearly all of which involve old electric blankets.
To book your FREE electric blanket safety test call 01243 642124 for an appointment.
This years' venues and dates are:
October 2008
13th - Age Concern, Pauline Thaw Centre, Dale Avenue, Hassocks
14th - The Grange, Bepton Road, Midhurst
15th - Help Point, East Grinstead library, East Grinstead
16th - Summers Close, St Aubyns Cresecent, Fishersgate
17th - Newpark Centre, Newpark Road, Chichester
20th - Selsey Centre, Manor Road, Selsey
21st - Millward Court, Wilmot Road, Shoreham
22nd - Worthing Fire Station
23rd - Worthing Fire Station
24th - Wick Hall, 76 Wick Street, Wick, Littlehampton
Updated 05/09/2008