Fire Escape Planning Tips

5/13/2020 (Permalink)

  Fire Escape Planning Tips

Through some fires are unbelievable acts of nature or unpredictable accidents, many fires int the home or workplace are available. The following tips, courtesy of the NFPA, can help reduce the likelihood of a fire in your business or home. 

The following are several tips that could potentially save your life or the life of a loved one should a fire break out in your home or business. 

• Install a smoke alarm on every level of your home. 
• Test smoke alarm batteries every month and change them at least once a year. 
• Consider installing a 10-year lithium battery-powered smoke alarm. 
• Practice finding your way out of the house with your eyes closed, crawling or staying low and feeling your way out of the house. 
• Remember to escape first, then notify the fire department.