HANDLE COMMON HOUSEHOLD EMERGENCIES

FIRE

Heating equipment is the leading cause of home fires during winter and the second-leading cause of them year-round, after cooking. Half of all home fire deaths occur at night, so fire hazard checks should become habitual before going to bed. When not in use, this equipment should always be disconnected and stored away out of children’s reach. ‘Almost every household uses some sort of electric heater, fireplace or fuel-fired heater. You should ensure that all heating equipment is properly maintained and fit for the job,’ stresses Casey Rousseau from 1st for