Smoke Alarms

EVERY HOME SHOULD HAVE AT LEAST ONE WORKING SMOKE ALARM.
They are inexpensive protection for your family that doubles the chances of survival.

SMOKE ALARM DO’S AND DON’T’S

• Test alarms monthly; keep them free of dust and replace the battery at least once each year.
• Replace all smoke alarm devices after 10 years.
• Install alarms on every level of your home, next to every sleeping area and inside every bedroom.
• Never “borrow” a smoke alarm battery for some other use.
• Make sure everyone knows the sound of an alarm.
• Plan your escape route and agree on a meeting place outside.

SMOKE ALARM ACTION PLAN

• Seconds count, plan and practice your escape before a fire occurs. Drill twice yearly with the whole family.
• Know two ways out of every room.
• When the alarm sounds, get out fast! Call the fire department from a neighbor’s house.
• Once out, stay out!