ProTech - Blog , Fire SafetyProTech - Blog , Fire Safetyhttps://www.psi90.com/blogs/fire-safetyWed, 06 Dec 2023 23:53:36 -0800http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[National Fire Prevention Week]]>https://www.psi90.com/blogs/post/National-Fire-Prevention-Week Help us celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the NFPA's National Fire Prevention Week! This year, Fire Prevention Week falls on Oct. 9 - 15 ]]>

National Fire Protection Association’s National Fire Prevention Week

Help us celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the NFPA's National Fire Prevention Week! This year, Fire Prevention Week falls on Oct. 9 - 15. The goal of National Fire Prevention Week is to raise fire safety awareness and help ensure your home and family is protected. In 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) named the second week of October National Fire Prevention Week in commemoration of the 1871 Great Chicago Fire. Today, we celebrate National Fire Prevention Week and Month by raising fire safety awareness and educating families, students and communities across the United States

 

The NFPA's 2022 campaign for Fire Safety Month is "Fire Won't Wait, Plan Your Escape." At ProTech Security we are proud to support their mission & this year's theme. 

 

DID YOU KNOW?

1. 3 of every 5 home fire deaths resulted from fires with no working smoke alarms

2. Less than 50% of homeowners have a fire escape plan

3. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the #1 cause of accidental poisoning in the US

4. Only 47% of people report having CO alarms in their home

5. Unattended cooking is the #1 cause of home fires

 

HELP PROTECT YOUR WHOLE HOME:

- It is extremely important for everyone to plan and practice a home escape plan. Everyone should be prepared in advance so you know exactly what to do if your smoke alarms sound. Since every home is different, every escape plan will be different! 

 

Here is how you can do it:

 

1. Draw a map of your home. Be sure to show all doors & windows

2. Visit each room and find 2 ways out

3. All windows & doors should open easily to be used to get outside

4. Pick a meeting place outside. 

5. Talk about the plan with everyone in your house & PRACTICE! 

6. Make sure everyone in your home can dial 911


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]]>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:03:53 -0500<![CDATA[Fire Safety Tips]]>https://www.psi90.com/blogs/post/fire-safety-tips Fire safety is very important. Whether you own a home or business or are just renting, it is always best to be prepared for the potential ]]>

Fire Safety and Prevention

Fire safety is very important. Whether you own a home or business or are just renting, it is always best to be prepared for the potential threat of a fire and have a plan. The new fire and life safety code for residential dwellings requires smoke detectors in all sleeping rooms and hallways. 


According to the National Fire Protection Association, grills cause 10,200 house fires each year. While grilling, it is very important to keep the grill hot while it is in use, but not TOO hot! If you are using a propane grill, be sure to check your gas tank hose for leaks once a year by applying soapy water- if you see bubbles, your grill needs to be serviced to prevent the threat of a fire. If you are using a charcoal grill, never apply fluid to a grill that is already lit. Also be sure to let your coals cool overnight before disposing of them. Please never leave your grill unattended. Keeping children and pets away from it can help prevent any further risks of a fire accident.


Most homes today have interconnected hardwired smoke detectors. ProTech Security, Inc. offers a device known as a 2GIG FireFighter. Only one 2GIG FireFighter is needed to monitor ALL smoke detectors within your home.

It is also imperative that you inspect your home’s security and safety devices every few months, to ensure they are working properly when you need them to. Test smoke detectors, CO2 Detectors, Fire Extinguishers, Security Alarms and clean off any camera lenses. Also be sure to NEVER test smoke detectors with actual flames.

Keep your home and family safe by being prepared for a fire with ProTech Security, Inc.


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