You CAN improve fire safety in your home!  Start by making a fire safety inspection of your home.  Check your house or apartment room by room to see which of these fire hazards you can find.  Then take action to correct them!

• Remove piles of stored newspapers or other rubbish.  Newspapers stored in a damp, warm place may ignite spontaneously.
• Check for overloaded outlets or old or frayed extension cords.  Remove any cords from under rugs, those nailed to walls, and behind radiators.  Replace old damaged cords.
• Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
• Flammable liquids (cleaning fluids, contact adhesives, etc...) or aerosols should never be stored near the range or other heat source.  Remember, even a pilot light on a hot water heater or furnace can set vapors on fire.  Dispose of outdated or empty cans properly.
• Remove all materials on or near your stove that could catch on fire, including paper, dishcloths, etc...
• Put a box of baking soda and a large pot lid next to your stove.  Get a kitchen fire extinguisher and learn how to use it!
• Never store anything in your oven!
• Test your smoke detectors regularly and replace the batteries when you change your clocks in the fall!

If you would like a free home fire safety inspection by the Fire Division's Prevention Office, please contact us at (614) 583-5115.  We would be happy to arrange a convenient time for an inspection.

Upper Arlington Fire Fighters, P.O.Box 21271, Upper Arlington, Ohio, USA, 43221
Any questions, inquires or comments?  Let us know!

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