Fire Prevention Week Day 3

Fire Prevention Week Day 3

  • Smoke alarms detect and alert people to a fire in the early stages.
  • Smoke alarms can mean the difference between life and death in a fire.
  • Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half.
  • Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement.
  • Test smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button.
  • Make sure everyone in the home understands the sound of the smoke alarm and knows how to respond.

 

for more information go to https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Staying-safe/Preparedness/Fire-Prevention-Week