Fire Prevention Week Tips

• Replace batteries in all smoke alarms at least once a year. If the alarm "chirps", replace the batteries right away.
• Test alarms monthly.
• Replace all alarms when they are 10 years old or sooner if they do not respond properly when tested.

• Sit down with everyone in your home and plan a fire escape drill so you'll be prepared to get out quickly in the event of a fire.
• Plan two ways out of every room and pick an outside meeting place.
• When the smoke alarm sounds, get outside and stay outside.

• During and after a snowstorm, make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove, and fireplace are clear of snow build-up.
• A generator should be used in a well-ventilated location outdoors away from windows, doors and vent openings.
• Gas or charcoal grills can produce CO — only use outside.
• If the CO alarm sounds, immediately move to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. Make sure everyone inside the home is accounted for. Call for help from a fresh air location and stay there until emergency personnel arrive.

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Activities for Kids
Remember the Steps (Colouring Page) Stop, Drop, and Roll (Colouring Page) Safety Inspector Checklist Home Fire Escape Plan Bookmark Bonanza Make an Origami Dog	Checkout Sparky's website for fire safety games and activities.

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