When it comes to keeping a safe and happy home, you need to plan for emergencies in the event something ever happens while you and your family are inside of your home. Fire can occur any time of the day or night. From unattended candles to faulty wiring, when fire breaks out you need to keep your entire family quickly and safely out of the house as soon as you Read the rest of this entry »

In the event of a fire emergency, it is crucial that all members of the family are prepared by having a predetermined route of escape. Time is of the essence when evacuating a home on fire. There are a few things your family can do to make sure you are prepared.

Escape Route
Sit down with your family and explain the escape route. Make sure each family Read the rest of this entry »

A proper fire extinguisher training is essential to keep not only your home safe, but you and your loved ones. First off, there are different classes of fires. One could be wood, one could be different appliances, another could your electric stove for starters. They are all in different classes due to the level and type of fire.

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Preventing cooking fires in the kitchen may be far from your mind when you set out to create that delicious meal for your family. However, accidents don’t usually plan themselves around the home chef’s schedule, so it’s essential that you take measures to protect your kitchen, your family, and your home from unseen catastrophe.

Keep cooking surfaces clean. It’s easy to move from one project to another while preparing a meal. A little grease spatter on a stovetop, though, Read the rest of this entry »

All families should have a fire emergency plan. The evacuation plan should contain two escape routes from each room. If the first route is unavailable, use the second. Check any closed doors for heat before opening them, to prevent spreading the fire. If there is no path without smoke, remember to crawl with your face as close to the floor as possible, to Read the rest of this entry »