Fires are dangerous and can pose extreme risks to multiple households in an apartment complex. Make sure you know where all fire exits are located inside your building and have at least two different escape routes planned. If you do experience a fire, here are some steps you can take to stay safe and get out. […]
Take precautions this winter to prevent fires in your home with these tips. Prevent candle fires Never leave a room with a burning candle unattended. Place candles on heat resistant and stable surfaces, out of the reach of children and pets. Keep any potentially flammable items away from an open candle – think any […]
Fire safety is important year-round. When it comes to Thanksgiving, extra safety precautions may go a long way as this holiday is the day with the most home cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). They found that almost three times as many fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of […]
As a homeowner or renter of a manufactured home, you want to make sure that your home and family are safe, especially from fires. Since 1976, manufactured homes must follow both construction and safety codes from United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including items that work to prevent fires like: Factory installed […]
Safety is a top consideration with portable or space heaters in your home. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that more than 25,000 residential fires every year are associated with the use of space heaters, resulting in more than 300 deaths. In addition, an estimated 6,000 people receive hospital emergency room care for burn […]