Protect Your Family from Fire Hazards in Your Home
The Security Council reports indicate that Home fires and burns are the third cause of injuries in U.S. homes. The sad fact is that most of these fires could have been avoided. Many owners have fire alarm systems and – as these alarms are effective when there is a fire report in progress – they do not serve to prevent fires.
Do not put your family or yourself to unnecessary risk. If you know which the areas are most prone to fire in your home, you can go from room to room, making all necessary changes before you and your family becoming victims.
Most people gather in the kitchen when it comes to fire safety. They ensure that their fire alarm systems including smoke detectors and fire in the kitchen, and fire extinguishers. Most people who already know they have to do are:
• Never leave the kitchen while cooking
• Never wear loose clothing around the stove
• Always be alert to splashing oil when frying
• Never leave paper, plastic or other flammable products near the stove
We must pay due attention to each room to avoid fires. Install smoke alarms is a great idea, but not enough. Use the following checklist to conduct a study of all the rooms in your home. Once finished, you will feel much more confident that you and your family are safe from fire.
The living room
- The chimney has a protector of coals, a door of glass or other protection to prevent sparks from leaving the fireplace.
- Matches and lighters are stored in a locked cabinet, if you have young children at home.
- The chimney is inspected and cleaned annually by a professional.
Garage or outdoor area
- Chemicals (including fertilizers) are locked out of reach of children.
- Gasoline and kerosene are stored outside the home in a cool place in properly ventilated containers.
- The grilles are at least two feet away from anything flammable, such as shrubs and tree branches.
- Has been cleaned all the grease from grills, inside and out.
All rooms
- Cigarettes are immersed in water before disposal.
- Candles are never left unattended.
- Electric heaters are several feet away from curtains, newspapers, magazines, books, blankets, towels and other flammables.
- Plugs are not overloaded.
- The power cords are in good condition and not worn.
If you take an hour or two to inspect your home, you can reduce the chances of falling victim to a fire. Alarm systems are a great help in times of trouble, but by taking some preventive steps, greatly reduce the probability of an accident at home
