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Fire Safety Tips

• An important part of fire safety is prevention. 82% of all fire related deaths occur in the home.¹ Listed below are some useful tips to help keep your family and home safe from fire.
  • Install Smoke Detectors
    Every home should be equipped with smoke detectors on every level, particularly outside of sleeping areas. A monitored smoke detector provides a quick link to help in an emergency, whether you are at home or away.
    
    
  • Test your smoke detectors
    Ensure your smoke detectors are tested monthly and batteries are replaced twice a year.
    
    
  • Clean your gutters regularly
    Dry leaves and evergreen needles in rain gutters can catch fire; so clean your gutters regularly—especially during fire season.
    
    
  • Do not overload circuits or sockets
    Make sure every room has enough electrical outlets to avoid the need for multiple attachment plugs, which overload the circuits.
    
    
  • Plan an escape route
    Have an escape route for each area of the home and a designated meeting place outside.