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Domestic Fires have become rampant these days. Perhaps some may look at this as an accident that was unseen. In a fire incident , some four kids were burned alive in wild fire". Of course they may have slept off. Or could they have anything to do with the fire? Was it a result of an electrical fault? This should never happen to anyone.
Your home is where your heart lies and a place where you make memories with people you love. That’s why it is terrifying to imagine your home ever suffering from a fire disaster. In practical terms this is not the case. Simply put, domestic fires can be prevented when one makes an effort to learn about some basic fire safety tips to protect family and property at all times. These can be very helpful in eliminating or reducing the risk of fire. "basically".
Smoke alarms come in very handy and are affordable for independent (stand-alone) types. A smoke detector is an electronic fire-protection device that automatically senses the presence of smoke, as a key indication of fire, and sounds a warning to building occupants.
Nobody requires a special skill to know what the smoke alarm is saying? Simply put; it will give off an alarm or a beep to notify you that it has sensed there is smoke in a particular area. The sound given off may only reduce when there battery is weak. Similarly you can check if the smoke detector is working by pressing a button. Once the alarm or sound registers you know it is in good condition. A good smoke detector can last you more than three years. Except with battery changes like your TV remote.?
You don’t want to be a victim, as a general principle let anything that produces heat be far from whatever can catch fire. If possible remove the other from the area. If your heating sources aren’t working properly they could trigger a fire to happen.
You should have them checked out annually by a competent technician. Make sure air filters are always clean and if you’re using a space heater then you need to be positioned away from anything that can burn (flammable). A fire can easily start from the smallest flammable matter.?
Don’t worry, the stove didn’t randomly combust because of your cooking. It most likely happened because forgotten food particles on the burner got too hot. Food particles aren’t the only thing that could cause this to happen.?If your curtains hang a little too close to the stove they can catch fire. More dangerous when there is an explosion and worse if it happens just after you went to answer a phone call. “Remember; keep all phones away from the kitchen”. It can be a source of harm ranging from minor cuts, and burns to fires.?
Keep the area clear. But always remember that a few seconds is all it takes for a fire to break out. This is why you never want to leave cooking food unattended. If you have to leave the kitchen for any reason, turn off that pot of boiling rice or soup or whatever you’re cooking first.?If for whatever reason you can’t turn off the fire, get a matured person into the kitchen to watch over the food until you get back.?“No kids here”. They can cause that fire to start faster and you may lose them forever or have to pay for an expensive surgery. Gas cylinders should be kept in a well secured cage outside your kitchen. With advanced technology you can have a switch linked to a gas storage in a different location. (Induction Cookers a.ka. Hot plates can be a good alternative.
Before you plug something in, make sure that the cord hasn’t been damaged (frayed or chewed). If you do notice damaged wires, replace them as soon as possible because this stands tall on the list of fire hazards in your home.?When plug is not entering do not insist on getting it in.
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Once a while have an Electrician check all your electrical appliances too. It really helps. Generally people will use appliances and not get them checked even if it’s a visual inspection by a competent electrician. Most of these old appliances can be very unfriendly when it comes to electrical fires. They just start the fire when there is power and they look for something to begin to burn so wild.
A section of people may have so much love for scented candles. Some may also resort to candles when there are no lights. Can you imagine this? If you don’t use them carefully, they could cause a fire. A candle is a small fire standing on fuel. Candle lights are just like when fire is at its incipient stage. Make sure you put them out before you exit a room and keep them far away from blankets or other objects.?
Trays are good too. If you feel yourself drifting off to sleep, get up and blow the candle out. Never put them on an uneven surface like carpet or uneven floors because it’s too easy for them to tip over. If you have pets, make sure lit candles stay out of their reach.?It is true that some religions have candles as part of their everyday activity. But they still ensure to use them in a manner that will not cause harm. In a nutshell avoid candles.
A dry powder fire extinguisher is ok for all fire types except with the mess it may create. They?are your best defense weapon when a fire breaks out. You want to make sure you have one in every room that is potentially a fire zone.?Like the kitchen.?Here fire blankets can be good too. And be sure to locate any fire man from the Fire Service Authority to help you with some practical training.
This should not cost you money . Ideally every family member (except kids) should know how to use an extinguisher so if a fire does happen, it can be put out as fast as possible.?Using a fire extinguisher is very simple when you have been trained to do so.
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