Kitchen
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Avoid loose long sleeves when cooking.
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Check kettles and toasters for damaged electrical cords and thermostats.
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Use appliances that have an automatic shut-off.
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Keep a timer handy to remind you when the oven and burners should be switched off.
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If you take medication that causes drowsiness, do not use cooking appliances.
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Use a temperature-controlled electric skillet or deep-fryer for frying.
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Never leave your cooking unattended.
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Use appropriate cooking appliances and keep them clean.
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Keep a pot cover nearby to “put a lid on it” in the event of a fire.
Living Room
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Fireplace: always use a fire screen, ensuring it is the appropriate size for the fireplace opening.
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Do not overload electrical outlets or use extension cords in the place of additional outlets.
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Smokers should check furniture for fallen cigarettes or embers, which can smoulder undetected for several hours before bursting into flames.
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Ensure careful use of smoking materials and extinguish in water before disposal.
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Never leave cigarettes in an ashtray unattended.
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Use ashtrays with a double rim and deep centre.
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Keep matches, lighters and lit candles out of the reach of children.
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Never leave lit candles unattended.
Bedroom
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Install at least one smoke alarm outside each sleeping area. For improved safety, install a smoke alarm in every bedroom.
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Check electrical appliances regularly: electric blankets, heating pads, curling irons,
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radios, televisions, irons.
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Bedrooms should be non-smoking areas.
Basement and Attic
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Remove all combustible and flammable materials from the basement and attic.
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Store gasoline in well-ventilated areas.
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Do not store propane indoors.
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Use only approved containers to store and transport gasoline.
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Have a thorough yearly maintenance check of the furnace carried out by a professional.
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When replacing an old furnace, consult a professional to determine the most safe, economical and efficient system for your home.
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Chimneys should be cleaned at least once a year.
Garage and Workshop
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Flammable materials – thinners, gasoline, paints, industrial cleaners – should be stored
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neatly in approved containers and away from possible ignitable sources.
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Do not smoke, or leave matches or lighters in the garage or workshop.
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Install and know how to properly use the appropriate fire extinguisher for the garage/workshop.
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Keep the area clean. Remove garbage, paper products, oily rags and wood shavings regularly.
Source: Fire Prevention Canada
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