Heating Safety Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email When heating your home keep safety in mind.Have your chimney cleaned annually.Use a metal or glass fireplace screen to keep sparks from hitting nearby carpets or furniture.Keep kindling, paper, and décor away from fireplaces and wood stoves.Keep everything 3 feet away from space heaters and fire places, including children and pets.Always turn off and unplug heating appliances when leaving the room or going to bed.Keep lighters and matches up and locked away from children.Never leave candles unattended and use battery operated candles instead.To learn more about heating safety, visit the National Fire Protection Association’s website at https://bit.ly/39rAQSC.