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Appliance Safety

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Children will grab anything that they can get their hands on. Keep hot objects away from counter edges and out of the reach of children. 

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Calling 9-1-1

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Emergencies happen when we least expect them. When an emergency occurs, call 9-1-1 or your local emergency phone number. Most communities have 9-1-1 but some communities have a complete telephone number to call. An emergency could be a fire, someone is hurt, or a smoke alarm is sounding. It is important to understand the difference between an emergency and a non-emergency situation.

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Calling 9-1-1

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Emergencies happen when we least expect them. When an emergency occurs, call 9-1-1 or your local emergency phone number. Most communities have 9-1-1 but some communities have a complete telephone number to call. An emergency could be a fire, someone is hurt, or a smoke alarm is sounding. It is important to understand the difference between an emergency and a non-emergency situation.

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Carbon Monoxide Alarms

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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that often goes undetected. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, it is recommended that you install a carbon monoxide alarm on every level of your home and near each sleeping area.

To learn more about carbon monoxide alarms, visit the US Environmental Protection Agency at https://bit.ly/39nqmUg. To learn more about where to place smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms, visit firstalert.com at https://bit.ly/39oxAYn.

  • Test once a month with your smoke alarms
  • Refer to the manufacturer’s use and care booklet for installation and maintenance guidelines
  • It is important to purchase Underwriter’s Laboratory listed carbon monoxide alarms and smoke alarms
  • When the carbon monoxide alarm sounds, get outside and call 9-1-1

Child Free Zones

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Child free zones are important to implement in all kitchens at all times. Children are curious and often grab things without asking permission. Prevent an accident from happening and implement a 3 foot child and pet free zone away from the oven.

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Cooking Safety

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Cooking in the kitchen is a fun activity that brings the entire family together. While cooking, keep the following tips in mind to prevent getting burned.

If you burn yourself, remove the heat source and cool the burn by holding the burned area under cool, not cold, running water for 3-5 minutes.

To learn more about cooking safety, visit the National Fire Protection Association’s website at https://bit.ly/33LcVMQ.

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