Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue offer lots of information and support about staying safe and warm, and reducing the risk of fire in the home.
Open fires & log burners:
Always use a fire guard to prevent sparks
Keep chimneys clean and swept regularly
Store fuels (wood, coal) safely away from the fire
Avoid drying clothes near open flames
Before you go to bed, ensure fires are completely out
Make sure your chimney is swept by a professional at least once a year for coal and twice a year if you are burning logs
Keep heaters away from curtains, furniture, clothes and other flammable materials
Never use heaters for drying clothes
Secure heaters to prevent tipping
Make sure that portable heaters or radiators are plugged into their own socket and not into an extension
Make sure heaters are well maintained and in good working order