| 1) Check furnace and fireplace flues with each seasonal change.
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| 2) Put fire extinguishers in all areas with open flames.
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| 3) Install working smoke detectors on each floor and in the basement. Test smoke detectors frequently. Change batteries every six months.
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| 4) Place fire extinguishers in kitchen, basement, garage and fireplace.
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| 5) Know the dangers of space heaters.
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| 6) Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children.
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| 7) Teach children what to do in case of a fire: Stop, drop and roll if clothes are on fire. Have an escape plan, with two different routes, and rehearse with your children.
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| 8) If you use a space heater, make sure it is unobstructed, and not used in the bedroom or nursery.
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| 9) Learn to operate the extinguishers in your home.
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| 10) If you use a space heater, make sure it is unobstructed and not used in the bedroom or nursery.
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