Summer Time is Here

 

Battalion Chief Allred's Prevention Post

Warm days are quickly approaching, with them comes many activities around the home.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

BARBECUE 

* Make sure your BBQ is away from your house.

* Make sure your gas lines for your BBQ are in good condition.

* Make sure your BBQ is clean and in good working condition.

*Keep all debris away from the BBQ.

MOWING

* Start your mower outside to prevent accidental carbon monoxide accidents.

* When fueling your mower make sure you clean up any spilled gas.

* Make sure the gas cap is tight.

OUTSIDE YARD WORK

* If you are using an extension cord, make sure it is in good condition.

* Make sure the outlets you plug into are in good condition.

* Don't overload your extension cord with electrical items.

USING A LADDER SAFELY

*Position the ladder properly before climbing.

* Face the ladder while climbing up and down.

*Maintain 3 points of contact while climbing. Two hands, one foot.

*Check for powerlines above you.

*Place the ladder on a stable, solid surface.

DIRTY FURNACE

* You have been using your furnace all winter, now is a good time to clean it out.

* Change your filters.

*Vacuum out your furnace, removing collected dust and dirt.

*Check exhaust venting from the furnace.

*Make sure there is no debris around the furnace.

BUILD UP OF UNWANTED ITEMS

* Over winter unwanted items can collected.

* These Items can be a fire hazard.

* They can block exits.

*They can create a haven for unwanted rodents. 

If you have any questions or concerns about fire safety and fire prevention, reach out to your fire department.