This weekend, March 13 and 14, we will all be setting our clocks to Daylight Saving Time. The time change is a good reminder to check your smoke alarms. According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 66 percent of home fire deaths that occurred between 2003-2006 were in homes without a working smoke [...]
Safety Topics
March 11th, 2010
Time to Check Your Smoke Alarms
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Fireplace & Home Fire Safety
Download: Fireplace & Home Fire Safety Fact sheet
More than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves and other fuel-fired appliances as primary heat sources in their homes. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the fire risks when heating with wood and solid fuels.
Heating fires account for 36% of residential home fires in rural areas [...]
November 19th, 2009
Candle Fire Safety
Focus on Fire Safety: Candle Fire Safety
With the holidays fast approaching and the increased usage of seasonal decorations, it is important to focus on candle fire safety and prevention. Because the majority of candle fires result from human error and negligence, candle fires and their associated casualties are preventable.
If possible, avoid using lighted candles.
If you [...]
November 14th, 2009
Know When to Go!
REACT FAST TO FIRE!
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that approximately 80 percent of all fire deaths in the United States and Canada occur in the home. Roughly 11 people per day, die in home fires in the U.S. and Canada. Many lives can be saved if people react immediately when a fire alarm [...]
November 14th, 2009
Fire Extinguishers
Extinguishers Have Limits
USED PROPERLY, a portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives.
Portable extinguishers for home use, however, are not designed to fight large or spreading fires. Even against small fires, they are useful only under certain conditions.
The operator must know [...]
November 14th, 2009
Carbon Monoxide
What it is Carbon Monoxide & what it can do to you
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, deadly gas. It can kill you before you know it because you can’t see it, taste it or smell it. At lower levels of exposure, it can cause health problems. Some people may be more vulnerable to [...]
November 14th, 2009
Electrical Fire Safety
Electrical Devices & Appliance Safety
Each year the Mendham Fire Department & First Aid Squad respond to a significant number of fires and medical emergencies caused by electrical malfunction. Every year in the United States, more than 1,000 people are killed and thousands more injured in electrical fire or shock incidents. It is important to know [...]
November 14th, 2009
Safety for Older Adults
PROTECT YOURSELF
Prevention is the best way to keep your home safety from fire.
Be Kitchen Wise: Never leave cooking unattended. Use oven mitts and wear clothes with tight-fitting or rolled-up sleeves when you cook. Use a kitchen timer and remind yourself to turn off burners and the oven. Keep stove surfaces free of clutter and built-up [...]
November 14th, 2009
About 911
About 9-1-1 in our area
Since 9-1-1 was introduced to Mendham, it has led to speedier responses to emergencies. However, there are a few details about 9-1-1 that you should be aware of:
For ANY EMERGENCY, dial 9-1-1 !!!!!
If you require the assistance of the police, fire department or first aid squad, dial 9-1-1. Calmly and [...]
November 14th, 2009
CO Detectors & Alarms
According to UL Standard 2034, home carbon monoxide detectors must sound a warning before carbon monoxide levels reach 100 parts per million over 90 minutes, 200 parts per million over 35 minutes or 400 parts per million over 15 minutes. The standard requires the alarm must sound before an average, heathy adult begins to experience [...]
