FIRE AND CARBON MONOXIDE
- A smoke detector should be located in the following areas:
- Hallways near bedrooms » Near the family room and kitchen
- At the top of any stairway » The basement » The garage
- To decrease your chances of fire or carbon monoxide danger, ensure the following:
- Carbon monoxide detectors are located in the same areas as your smoke detectors, and an additional carbon monoxide detector is located near the furnace. Also, ABC-type fire extinguishers should be located in your kitchen, garage and basement.
- All members of your household know exactly what to do in case of fire or other emergency.
- Smoke detectors are tested at least once a month. » Batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are replaced twice a year.
- All flammables are stored in original, marked containers away from sources of heat or flame.
- Valuable documents and possessions are stored in a fire-rated safe.