Safety Works!
Safety Works is part of the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and has been running since 2001. Visitors take part in realistic situations to help them learn how to cope with potential hazards in every day life.
The Safety Works Centre includes a house where people can test their knowledge, with advice on preventing house fires and falls. The centre also raises awareness of road safety, trading standards, crime prevention, home and personal safety.
People will be able to enjoy one of the free fun days taking place soon, which include learning to cope with various scenarios, a humorous play, healthy lunch and free transport to and from the Safety Works centre.
Call: 0191 274 3532
E-mail: safetyworks@twfire.gov.uk|
Gateshead Care Call
Gateshead Care Call is a service to help older, disabled and vulnerable people in Gateshead to live safely and independently in their own home. In the event of a fall or a sudden illness, trained operators immediately know your name, address and other relevant information. They will then call for any help required such as a family member, a doctor or emergency services.
For a FREE home demonstration or for more information contact the team on 0191 433 2648 or 478 7665
101 the new non-emergency number
It is a round the clock service you can call to report:
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Threatening and abusive behaviour;
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Drunken and rowdy groups;
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Drugs related problems;
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Abandoned vehicles or similar;
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Litter dumping or fly tipping;
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Noisy neighbours and loud parties;
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Vandalism and graffiti;
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Broken street lighting.
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
Can help you have your smoke alarm and electrics checked. Advice and a home fire risk assessment are FREE. Contacts for the Gateshead area are:
Low Fell: 0191 444 1404, Swalwell 0191 444 1438 or Hebburn 0191 444 1340
Gateshead Fair Trading Standards
Can offer free advice and assistance on any matter concerning consumer law. This includes advice on selecting traders to carry out improvements on your home or if you have a dispute about goods or services you have bought.
Call on 0191 433 3987, 433 3890 or 433 3930
E-mail: johnherron@gateshead.gov.uk|