Operation: Holy Smokes

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Sample home check list:

Smoke Detectors:

• Test smoke detectors.
• Replace if 10 years or older.
• Change batteries when you change your clocks.
• Put electrical tape over top terminal ends of batteries to prevent terminals from contacting metal and causing a fire.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors:

• Test Carbon Monoxide detectors.
• Replace if 5 years or older.

Note: Carbon Monoxide is colorless, odorless and tasteless.

Take a tour of the home for hazards:

• Ensure storage is maintained a minimum of 3 feet from Furnace / Hot Water Heater
• Ensure propane is not stored in home or garage.
• Use outlet strips containing a fuse / reset button instead of extension cords.

 Make a plan:

• Identify exits in the home, including windows. Know a minimum of two ways out.
• Check windows. Know how to open them and ensure that they are big enough to get out of.

Practice a Fire Drill:

• When the alarm goes off, get out.
• Instruct family members: if there is smoke, stay low and go.
• Identify a meeting place for family members to assemble at.
• Instruct family members to NEVER go back inside once outside!