Fire Safety In The Home
Home Safety Inspection
You CAN Improve Fire Safety In Your Home.
Start by making a fire safety inspection of your home. Check your house or apartment room by room to see which of these fire hazards you can find. Then take action to correct them!
| Inspection Hints and fixes | Safety Tips |
| Remove piles of stored newspapers or other rubbish. Newspapers stored in a damp, warm place may ignite spontaneously. | Remove all materials on or near your stove that could catch on fire, including paper, dishcloths, etc. |
| Check for overloaded outlets or old or frayed extension cords. | Put a box of baking soda and a large pot lid next to your stove. Get a kitchen fire extinguisher and learn how to use it. |
| Replace fuses of the wrong size. | Remove electrical cords from under rugs, those nailed to walls and behind radiators. Replace old damaged cords. |
| Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children. | Test your smoke detector regularly and replace batteries twice a year when you change your clock for Daylight Savings. |
| Flammable liquids (cleaning fluids, contact adhesives, etc.) or aerosols stored near the range or other heat source. Remember, even a pilot light can set vapors on fire. Dispose of outdated or empty cans properly. |