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Safety Tips
  • Avoid setting Christmas tree near electric heaters Cook stoves, ovens or wood stoves. Maintain at least a 5' distance
  • Use only specifically rated extension cords for interior or exterior use.
  • Do not staple or nail lights or extension cords when hanging them on exterior eaves.
  • Turn off Christmas lights when away from home - Use a timer system.
  • Inspect all lights, cables, outlets clearly and correct any problems.
  • Water Christmas Tree daily
  • Check, test and regularly replace batteries in smoke detectors.
  • Use secure and sturdy Christmas tree stand.
  • Keep fire extinguisher close by and learn its proper use.
  • Do not leave children unattended around Christmas tree.
  • Do not overload circuits or electrical outlets.
  • Do not over power fuses with too large fuse.
  • Encourage a neighbourhood watch program if away from home.
  • If away from home more than 48 hours , arrange competent adult to check home daily.
  • Notify Police Department if expecting a long absence from home.
  • Always lock all doors, windows, basement windows and garage/outbuildings when away.
  • Do not leave matches or lighter in any place accessible by children.
  • Do not leave candles unattended at any time.
  • Do not burn candles near curtains.
  • Do not store ashes in wooden or cardboard box, use metal bucket with lid and always store outside. Avoid storing in garages or outbuildings.
  1. Always place spark screen securely over fireplace.
  2. Always burn dry seasoned wood.
  3. Do not pile stove wood closer than 36" to a stove or furnace .
  4. Always keep furnace or stove doors shut and latched.
  5. Do not burn garbage, plastics, cardboard boxes, chemical containers or batteries.
  6. Plan out and use an escape route and meeting place outside in case of fire. Practice it.
  7. Use only CSA approved deep fat fryer with thermostat control.
  8. Never heat a pot of grease on the stove.
  9. Avoid leaving stoves/ovens unattended when cooking.
  10. Do not leave children unattended around stoves or ovens.
  11. Never use Barbeques or Hibachi grills indoors.
  12. Keep roof clear of snow and ice when possible.
  13. Keep walkways accessible and clear of ice and snow.
  14. Keep driveways clear of snow.
  15. Dispose of greasy oily rags as soon as possible.
  16. Clean smoke pipes and chimneys regularly.
  1. Change batteries in smoke alarms spring and fall.
  2. Keep pasture fences in good repair.
  3. Use proper caution signs on farm equipment.
  4. Use proper safety guards on all farm equipment.
  5. Have your furnace cleaned and maintained regularly.
  6. Replace your oil barrel if it is over 20 years old.

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Tel: (506) 392 6041 Fax: (506) 392 8243
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