House fires, large or small, can cause costly damage, injury or even loss of life. Fortunately, there are some steps a family can take to prevent fires as well as protect themselves if a fire ever occurs. Look at three examples.
Monitor the Operation of the Stove and Oven
Many fires begin in the kitchen of a home. Maybe someone is cooking meat or fish in the oven and forgets to set a timer. As a result, the person forgets all about the item in the oven causing a fire. Or, maybe someone is making oatmeal on the stove. She gets a phone call and leaves the oatmeal unattended causing a fire. Monitoring the use of the stove and oven can prevent fires.
Check the Condition of Smoke Alarms Twice a Year
Having a photoelectric smoke detector in the home is an effective way for families to know if there’s smoke present in their home. Part of the responsibility of having a smoke alarm is making sure it is in good, operating condition. Checking the condition of your smoke alarms twice a year will contribute to your family’s safety if there is a fire. Testing most smoke alarms is just a matter of pushing a button.
Secure Matches in a Locked Cabinet
Unfortunately, many fires are caused by children playing with matches. Perhaps they have seen their parents using them and are curious about them. One way to keep a fire from occurring due to kids playing with matches is to secure matches in a cabinet. That way, they are in a safe place as well as accessible to you when needed.
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