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Home Fire Safety<\/h1>

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Home Fire Safety<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Fire Safety is an important topic in any household, and preparation and ongoing <\/span>discussion are key. Being fire-smart includes having discussions as a family. <\/span>Please include your international student and discuss the safety procedures in your home together<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Install Smoke Alarms<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Plan your escape from fire<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. What number to call?<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Cook carefully; fire extinguishers and usage<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Give space heaters space<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Matches and Lighters and tools, not toys<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Stop, Drop and Roll<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Use electricity safely<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. Crawl low under smoke<\/span><\/li>\n
  10. Install home sprinkler systems<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Here are some recommended fire protection requirements in residential homes<\/span>: <\/span>Placement of smoke alarms<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Placement of Smoke Alarms<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n