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Last updated: October 17, 2010 08:14:27 AM | - Change smoke detector battery.
- Purchase a carbon monoxide detector and install in your home in addition to your smoke detector.
- Teach family how to use that nifty space heater safely so we do not burn down our home.
- Create an emergency action plan
- Make an emergency phone number list.
- Draw layout of house and show emergency locations.
- Teach family what to do in case of fire.
- Teach family where we will meet once outside so that we know everyone is safe.
- Teach family what to do in a tornado.
- Teach family what to do if a stranger breaks in.
- Purchase two or more small fire extinguishers for my house.
- Teach my spouse how to put out a grease fire by simply setting a lid on the pan. (Get it out before you need it.)
- Do not leave the stove top on and unattended.
- Do not store combustibles such as paper towels or cloth towels near the stove.
- Do not leave pan handles sticking out from the stove top when cooking.
- Teach kids how to use 911.
- Have the fireplace checked for safety on a regular basis.
- Check garage for any open flammable containers.
- Do not store any flammables or combustibles near heat sources.
- Do not burn candles where children or pets can get near the candle flame.
- Do not burn candles near drapery or other combustible materials.
- Sleep with bedroom doors closed.
- Do not run electrical cords under carpet.
- Do not run electrical cords through windows, walls, doors, or floors.
- Cut the ends off of any electrical devices that have bad cords or plugs.
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