Preventing fires is the key. You can prevent fires from occurring in your home! Understanding what causes fires and how to prevent them will help you and your family.
Cooking |
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When you are cooking stay in the kitchen, always be cautious with the stove, toaster and other heating elements. |
Housekeeping |
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Keeping cooking areas clear of things that can burn is very important. Too often our fire department responds to homes where poor housekeeping is a contributor to the fire or its spread. |
Candles |
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Candles must be used in a holder that won't burn. Keep areas around candles clear of anything that can burn. When you leave the room - blow out the candle. |
Smoking |
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Smoking is a leading cause of fatal house fires. Smoke outside when possible, use a ashtray that is non-combustible, and wet cigarette butts before you put them in the garbage. |
Smoke alarms |
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The building owner is responsible to install and maintain working smoke alarms on every level of your home (including bedrooms). Intentionally disabling a smoke alarm or failing to install a smoke alarm is against the law. A $360 fine could be issued for not having a working smoke alarm. |
Carbon monoxide alarms |
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Smoke and carbon monoxide replacement |
| Intentionally disabling a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm or failing to install a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm is against the law. A $360 fine can be issued for not having a working smoke or carbon monoxide alarm.
Alarms have an expiry date of 10 years - if yours are older than 10 years they must be replaced. If you are replacing a hardwired alarm you must replace it with a hardwired alarm. If you can't afford a new smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm or battery contact us at 519-376-2512 to arrange a time to get the alarm or battery replaced at no charge. |
Fire in your home or apartment |
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Fire hall tours |
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Fire hall tours are available for Owen Sound residents and groups at no charge. Contact the fire hall at 519-376-2512. |
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