Prevent Fires – Adults 65+ – Video Short
Adults over the age of 65 are at a much higher risk of causing a cooking-related house fire. Protect your loved ones by reminding them to always stay in the kitchen while cooking and to always turn off the stove or burners when finished cooking. And to never heat their home with a stove or […]
Winter Storm Safety – Video Short
As temperatures drop and winter storms blow through, make sure you’re aware of your surroundings whenever venturing outside. It’s not uncommon for heavy winds, snow, and ice to bring down power lines and utility poles. If you come in contact with a downed power line, be sure to stay at least 35 feet back, which […]
How to Test a GFCI – Video Short
Water and electricity do not mix. Ground-fault circuit interrupters are safety devices that are installed where water and electricity are in close proximity, such as bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and outdoors. To ensure a GFCI is working properly, it should be tested. To test, plug in a device and turn it on, press the test button […]
Smoke Alarm Safety – Video Short
Let’s talk smoke alarm safety. It’s dangerous to not have smoke alarms in your home. Be sure to test smoke alarms monthly, replace batteries yearly, and replace smoke alarms every 10 years.
Home Fire Safety – Video Short
Let’s talk about home fire safety. Test your smoke alarm. Turn off your space heater when unattended. Check for faulty appliance cords. Never leave cooking unattended. And don’t smoke indoors.
Avoid Extension Cord Fires – Video Short
Roughly 3,300 home fires are caused by extension cords every year. To avoid fires make sure the extension cord is rated for its proper use and it meets the power needs of the device being used. Always keep outdoor extension cords away from snow and standing water. Inspect the extension cord before use and always […]
Christmas Tree Safety – Video Short
Dried out Christmas trees can cause fires, remember to always water your tree, keep them away from open flames, turn off Christmas tree lights before going to bed or leaving your home and always throw them away when dry.
Cooking Safety – Video Short
Cooking is a leading cause of home fires. Ranges and stovetops alone cause 62% of home fires. Keep anything that can catch fire away from your stovetop, never leave your kitchen when cooking, and always double check everything is off when you’re done cooking. Never use your stove to heat your home.
Electric Blanket Safety – Video Short
Electric blankets can cause fires. Always turn them off when not using them, never use them with an extension cord, check for cracked or damaged cords.
Holiday Light Safety – Video Short
Christmas lights should be considered temporary. Use only outdoor rated lights outdoor and make sure you plug into a GFCI outlet when using electricity outdoors. Always inspect lights for damage before use.
Outdoor Decoration Safety – Video Short
An estimated 860 home fires are caused by holiday decorations and another 210 home fires are caused by Christmas trees. Make sure all extension cords and decorations are rated for proper use. Outdoor lights should be plugged into GFCI protected outlets. Always inspect your lights and other decorations before use. Always turn off indoor and […]
Space Heater Safety – Video Short
Space heaters can cause fires, be sure to turn them off when leaving the room and never use them with an extension cord. Always keep them at least 3 feet away from anything that can cause fires.