10 Hazards Remaining to be Found
Stairs Cluttered w/Junk
(old newspapers, books, skates, soccer ball, etc.)
Dispose of junk piles. They're fuel for a fire and they can prevent a fast exit. They can also be a dangerous tripping hazard!
Disabled Smoke Alarm
A disabled smoke alarm can't do its job. In a home fire, you may have less that three minutes to get everyone outside to safety.
A working smoke alarm DOUBLES your chances of surviving a fire.
And remember, test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries every year.
Candle (unattended candle burning close to a drapery)
Don't burn a candle here. If candles are lit, make sure there is an adult in the room at all times. Be sure to keep candles away from
anything that can burn (curtains, decorations, napkins, etc.) and keep pets away that could knock over a candle.
Chemical or cleaning agents left out on a table
Poison prevention is for everyone, not just children.
Cleaners and chemicals should be locked in a safe, locked place.
Fireplace w/out screen
Always make sure a fireplace screen is in use when there's a fire in your fireplace. Make sure that everything that can burn
(newspapers, curtains, sofa, rug) have been moved away from the fireplace. Sparks can easily ignite these things.
Space Heater
In the winter months, portable space heaters are the cause of many fires. Space heaters should be at least 3 feet away from
anything that can burn. Keep children and pets away and have an adult turn off and unplug them when leaving the room.
Clothes drying near/or on a radiator
Don't hang clothes or towels to dry on or near a heater.
Matches or Lighters and Ashtray w/ unattended cigarette
If someone in your house is a smoker, be sure they don't leave cigarettes or other smoking materials burning unattended.
It is a good idea to soak ashes in water before disposing of them. Make sure all matches and lighters are out of children's sight or reach.
It's best to keep them in a locked cabinet.
Extension Cord Running Under Carpet
Never run an extension cord under a rug or carpet or drape it under a hot surface like a space heater. Electric current in the wire causes the temperature of the wire to
increase. If the cord is covered by a rug or other items, heat can't escape and the cord can become too hot. When this happens, a fire could start.
Outlet (overloaded outlet, frayed wires, etc.)
Frayed wires and overloaded outlets cause fires. Never overload extension cords or outlets. Light switches that are hot to the touch
or lights that flicker need attention by a professional electrician.
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