Fire Damage Safety Checklist

3/1/2020 (Permalink)

Home Fire Safety Checklist

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

• Install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide in every bedroom
• Test alarms monthly
• Change batteries every once in a while
• Replace all smoke alarms when needed

Fire extinguishers

• Know where your fire extinguisher
• Place fire extinguishers on every level of your home
• Only use them for small fires in confined areas only.

Fire escape plan

• Create a fire escape plan that includes the whole family
• Establish multiple escape routes for you and your family
• Determine a meeting spot outside the home
• Make sure that all family members know how to contact each other in case of an emergency.
• Learn the stop, drop, and roll technique
• Practice the plan with your family.

Kitchen

• The kitchen is where most home fires originate
•  Never leave the oven or stove unattended when cooking and do not leave it on after cooking

Smoking

• Never smoke in bed or when feeling drowsy.
• No smoking inside
• Dip cigarette butts in water before disposing of them
• Always put cigarettes out completely

Candles

• Do not leave candles burning
• Use candles in a well-ventilated area
• Use battery operated candles if the power should go out
• Keep lit candles at least three inches apart so that they won’t melt one another

Children

• Keep matches and lighters out of children’s reach for their protection
• Store matches and lighters in a secure drawer or cabinet.
• Avoid using matches or lighters in front of children
• Ensure children don’t touch or play near heaters or fire places

Fireplaces

• Have your chimney inspected and cleaned regularly
• Keep any flammable objects at least two feet away from the fireplace
• Have a fire screen installed to prevent embers from shooting out of the fireplace.
• Never leave a fireplace on while sleeping or leaving the house

Electrical safety

• Have the electrical wiring in your home checked.
• Replace frayed or damaged cords that are found
• Don’t overload extension cords or outlets

Taking precautions and going by this checklist above will help keep you and your home safe and prevent any fire damage occurrence. If you do have a future fire damage we are always here to help. Call SERVPRO of Corinth/Iuka today at (662) 287-7881!