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Fire Extinguishers
Results from a nationwide research
study show that only one in three (34%)
American households have more than
one fire extinguisher while nearly four
out of five (78%) have more than one
television. Having a fire extinguisher
within reach can help you create a
path to safety, and may even help put
out a small, contained fire. Be safer in
your home by learning more about
fire extinguishers.
Place a fire extinguisher within easy
reach in rooms where fires are more
likely to start such as the kitchen, living
room and laundry room. Place a fire
extinguisher in the bedroom for use in
case you need to create a path to safety.
Nearly half of all fatal fires occur dur-
ing late night and early morning hours,
when families are asleep.
Choose a multipurpose extinguisher
that is large enough to put out a small
fire but not too heavy to handle.
Learn to use a fire extinguisher properly.
Always call the fire department before
you try to extinguish a fire yourself.
Smoke Alarms
Studies show, while most homes
in America have smoke alarms,
approximately 40% of them do
not work. This is for the most part
due to old age, or dead or missing
batteries. A smoke alarm, like any
home appliance, should be updated
and maintained.
Take these steps to protect your family:
Install smoke alarms in every room
of the home and especially in or
near all sleeping areas.
Test your smoke alarms quarterly and
change batteries every six months to
make sure they are working properly.
Replace smoke alarms that are
at least 10 years old.
Consider installing wireless
interconnected smoke alarms,
such as those in the Kidde Wireless
System. The alarms are linked, so
when one sounds, all will sound.
Other Fire Safety Tips
Make sure everyone in your home
knows how to call 9-1-1 in case of
fire or emergency.
Practice a home fire escape plan
regularly with the entire family.
Practice during the day and night.
Be aware of who may not wake to
the sound of an alarm and assign
an adult to assist that person
during an emergency.
Be safe if you smoke by dousing
cigarette and cigar butts with
water before dumping them.
Use caution not to overload
electrical outlets, extension cords
or power strips. Check all wires
and cords for damage regularly.
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HOME FIRE SAFETY TIPS