About FIRE Safety!
According to Fire Prevention Canada, statistics show that, on average, fire kills eight people each week in Canada, with residential fires accounting for 73% of these fatalities.
Most of us are already in the habit of regularly changing
About FIRE Safety!
According to Fire Prevention Canada, statistics show that, on average, fire kills eight people each week in Canada, with residential fires accounting for 73% of these fatalities.
Most of us are already in the habit of regularly changing the batteries in our home's smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. If you're not, Daylight Saving Time – which starts March 9 for most of Canada – is a great time to do it. And while you're at it, keep in mind these other fire safety tips.
- If there is a fire in your home, do you know what to do? Create an evacuation plan, go over it with your family and test it out – practice makes perfect – and might save a life.
- In case of fire, get out and stay out! Call for help from a neighbour's phone.
- Cooking related accidents are the number one cause of home fires in Canada. Never leave cooking appliances unattended.
- Check to see that your fire extinguishers are in accessible places, and in good working order.
- Keep matches and lighters out of sight and reach of children. Every year in Canada, kids playing with matches and lighters start approximately 1,300 fires. Educate children about fire safety.
- Having fire sprinklers in your home is like having firefighters guarding your home.
- Always use a fire screen on your fireplace.
- Do not overload electrical outlets.
- Never leave candles unattended.
- Clean the lint filter in your dryer after each use to prevent a dryer fire.
- If you smoke, do it outdoors.
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