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Fire Prevention Tips for Cooks
Suppose you are frying chicken, and the oil you are using catches fire. What do you do? Do you douse it with water? Do you take the time to grab your fire extinguisher to put out the fire yourself? Or, … Continue reading
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Tagged 911, fire extinguisher, grease fire, house fire
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Understanding Chimney Swifts
Chimney Swifts are small birds that typically build their nest in chimneys or abandoned buildings. These migratory birds leave in early November to winter in the Amazon Basin of Peru. They return to the continental United States in late march. … Continue reading
Make Sure Your Children Are Aware of the Fire Hazards at Home
I just read a sad story out of Lincoln, Nebraska. A child playing with a cigarette lighter started a fire that caused $50,000 in damage. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but it highlights a great need for educating our children … Continue reading
Being Safe with a Charcoal Grill
Last time we talked about gas grill safety. Today, we’d like to discuss how to be safe with a charcoal grill. While it doesn’t involve as much flammable liquids, there are still plenty of dangers to be aware of. Here … Continue reading
Being Safe with a Gas Grill
‘Tis the season to pull out the pork ribs (or beef), get them nice and seasoned, and throw them on the grill. Many people have a more difficult time with charcoal grills. So instead, they use a gas or propane … Continue reading
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Tagged fire safety, gas grill safety, national fire prevention association, nfpa
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Lint Is Highly Flammable
We’ve talked a lot about the need for regular cleaning of your dryer vent. Nonetheless, we’d like to emphasize exactly how flammable lint is. It’s always good to be reminded. Dryer Vent fires can be more common than chimney fires. … Continue reading
Workplace Fire Safety
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has guidelines that all employers must follow regarding fire safety. These rules were born out of preventable tragedies like the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in New York City in 1911. There, nearly 150 … Continue reading
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Tagged evacuation planning, fire extinguishers, osha, workplace fire safety
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Bonfire Safety
Bonfires are a staple of outdoor gatherings, especially in the fall and spring seasons. They can be a fun way to bring people together. Nonetheless, it is always a good idea to follow some simple rules for staying safe and … Continue reading
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Tagged bonfire, bucket of water, common sense, fire safety, firepit
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Using the Microwave: How To Not Get Burned
Believe it or not, you can get burned using the microwave. Think about it…the food or drink coming out of the microwave is usually very hot. Here are 5 tips to avoid getting burned. Be careful when removing liquids. While … Continue reading