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An
early warning fire detection system is your only defense against fire.
Proper maintenance also is necessary to be sure
the detectors are in working order.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations, check the equipment, and
change the batteries on a regular basis.
It is a good idea to own at least one fire extinguisher. There are times
when a small fire in the early stages can be fought successfully. But
if you do not completely familiarize yourself with how to use your particular
extinguisher, and on what type of fire it can be used, it can be dangerous
to use. Read the instructions for your extinguisher and reread them
from time to time. Ask your fire department how to use a fire extinguishers.
There are three basic classes of fire extinguishers.
All fire extinguishers are labeled for the class they can extinguish.
Type A is for ordinary combustibles or cellulose materials, such as
wood.
Type B is for combustible and flammable liquids, such as grease or paint.
Type C is for fires in energized electrical equipment.
 Fire extinguishers can be designed for use on
one type of fire or on several.
An extinguisher designated ABC will serve an average home and can be
used on flammable liquid fires and electrical fires, and also can be
used on wood paper or clothing fires.
Most deaths and injuries from fire occur at night therefore we recommend
a 5# Fire Extinguisher be kept in the bedroom. The kitchen is the next
spot to locate one. Garages and utility rooms should also be considered.
If you do a lot of work in the garage a 10 # would be best. Look for
an extinguisher tested by an independent testing laboratory. Both the
class designation and the mark of laboratory testing should appear directly
on the extinguisher. If you do not know what type of fire detector system
or extinguisher would be best for you, you can obtain general advice
from the fire protection unit of your local fire department. Or you
can contact us from the main page.
 
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