Inspect your space heater for cracked or damaged cords and broken plugs. Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets and never into an extension cord or power strip.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:05:23+00:00
Place space heaters on a solid, flat surface and keep them and their electrical cords from things that can burn.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:04:39+00:00
Keep oxygen tanks at least 5 feet from a heat source, open flames or electrical devices. Never use a candle, match, lighter or other open flame near medical oxygen.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:04:03+00:00
Place portable space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can burn.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:03:33+00:00
Make a home escape plan. Draw a map of each level of your home. Show all doors and windows. Go to each room and point to the two ways out. Practice the plan with everyone in your household.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:00:59+00:00
Clean out the lint filter before you use your dryer.[email protected]2019-03-29T00:00:27+00:00
Make sure all vents for your furnace, stove, fireplaces, and dryers are clear of snow and other debris.[email protected]2019-03-28T23:59:57+00:00
Never hold a child while you are cooking or carrying hot liquids.[email protected]2019-03-28T23:59:00+00:00
Keep anything that can catch fire — paper towels, oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels and curtains — away from your stove top.[email protected]2019-03-28T23:57:36+00:00
If you have a fire in your microwave oven, turn it off immediately. Never open the door until the fire is out.[email protected]2019-03-28T23:57:04+00:00
