Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Fire & Carbon Monoxide Hazards
There are various Fire, Carbon Monoxide hazards that can create risks to Life Safety. Learn about ways to identify and prevent those hazards from becoming a threat.
CANDLES |
A candle is an open flame, which means that it can easily ignite anything that can burn and lead to home fires. For safe alternatives consider battery powered candles and emergency flashlights. For more information download National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) Candle Safety Tip Sheet. |
CARBON MONOXIDE |
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that you cannot smell or taste and is known as the "Silent Killer". Co is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels. For more information visit Hawkins-Gignac Foundation for CO Education. |
COOKING |
Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. For more information and tips on safe cooking visit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Cooking Safety in the Home and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) |
ELECTRICAL |
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Electricity can make our lives easier, don't allow it to become a potential fire-related hazard. View National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Electrical Safety in the home for toolkits, checklists and safety tip sheets.and the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)
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HOME HEATING |
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Nearly half of all home heating fires occur in December, January and February; ensure your home heating systems are clean to prevent seasonal fire hazards. For a heating safety tip sheet and community toolkit, visit National Fire Protection Association's Heating Page.
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SMOKING, LIGHTERS & MATCHES |
Smoking materials are the #1 cause of fire deaths. Follow these simple Smoking Safety Tips to prevent a smoking-related fire in your home.
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