Fire Safety At Home

Smoke Alarms

•  There is one smoke alarm on every level of the home and inside and outside each sleeping area.
•  Smoke alarms are tested and cleaned monthly.
•  Smoke alarm batteries changed at least twice a year.
•  Smoke alarms are less than 10 years old.

Cooking Safety

•  Cooking area is free from items that can catch fire.
•  Kitchen stove hood is clean and vented to the outside.
•  Pots are not left unattended on the stove.

Electrical & Appliance Safety

•  Electrical cords do not run under rugs.
•  Electrical cords are not frayed or cracked.
•  Circuit-protected, multi-prong adapters are used for additional outlets.
•  Large and small appliances are plugged directly into wall outlets.
•  Clothes dryer lint filter and venting system are clean.

Candle Safety

•  Candles are in sturdy fire-proof containers that won’t be tipped over.
•  All candles are extinguished before going to bed or leaving the room.
•  Children and pets are never left unattended with candles.
• Smoking Safety
•  Family members who smoke only buy fire-safe cigarettes and smoke outside.
•  Matches and lighters are secured out of children’s sight.
•  Ashtrays are large, deep and kept away from items that can catch fire.
•  Ashtrays are emptied into a container that will not burn.

Home Escape Plan

•  Have two ways out of each room.
•  Know to crawl low to the floor when escaping to avoid toxic smoke.
•  Know that once you’re out, stay out.
•  Know where to meet after the escape.
•  Meeting place should be near the front of your home, so firefighters know you are out.
•  Practice your fire escape plan.