BRIDGEVIEW FIRE DEPARTMENT
HOME SAFETY CHECK LIST
.
SMOKE DETECTORS
                                                                      Yes     No
There is at least one on each floor                                                     
Each detector is checked once a month                                             
Each detector's battery is changed twice a year                               

ESCAPE PLANES
                                                                      Yes    No
Have you reviewed and practiced your escape plan                         
Do you know at least two ways out                                                      
Do you have a family meeting place                                                
Can children in the house open the
doors and windows to get out                                                              

MATCHES AND LIGHTERS
                                                                      Yes    No
Are all lighters and matches out of reach                                            
Are all smoking materials always extinguished                                    
Are ash trays overflowing                                                                 

COOKING SAFETY
                                                                      Yes    No
Are all flammable materials clear of cooking area                            
Are all handles turned in while cooking                                            
Is there a working fire extinguisher near by                                     
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
                                                                       Yes    No
Are all electrical cords free of cracks & frays                                   
Are your sockets overloaded                                                            
Do you unplug electrical appliances when not in use                             

HOUSEKEEPING
                                                                       Yes    No
Do you keep all flammables in proper containers                               
Keep all flammables clear of open flame                                                   
Are chemicals & medicine out of reach of children                               
.

Home    Fire Suppression     Public Education   Fire Prevention
Emergency Medical Services