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bedrooms and one on every
floor.
* Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper
maintenance. Smoke detectors can save lives, but only if
properly installed and maintained.
* Never disconnect a detector. Consider relocating the
detector rather than disconnecting it if it is subject to
nuisance alarms, e.g. from cooking.
* Replace the battery annually, or when a "chirping" sound
is heard.
* Follow the manufacturer's instructions about cleaning your
detector. Excessive dust, grease or other material in the
detector may cause it to operate abnormally. Vacuum the
grill work of your detector.
Escape Plan
Planning ahead, rehearsing, thinking, and acting clearly
are keys to surviving a fire. How prepared are you?
You should be able to respond "yes" to the following
statements.
Yes No
1. The family has an escape plan and an
alternate escape plan. _____ _____
2. Escape routes and plans are rehearsed
periodically. _____ _____
3. The escape plan includes choosing a
place safely outside the house where
the family can meet to be sure
everyone got out safely. _____ _____
4. At least two exits from each part of
the house are established. _____ _____
5. The fire department number is posted
on every telephone. _____ _____
Recommendations:
* Establish advanced family planning for escape. It is an
important partner with smoke detectors and it will prepare
you for a fire emergency.
* Include small children as a part of the discussion and
rehearsal. It is especially important to make sure they
understand that they must escape; they can't hide from
fire under a bed or in a closet.
Your life and that of your family can be saved by
foresight, planning, discussing and rehearsal.
PRODUCT SAFETY, IT'S NO ACCIDENT!
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