Home Safety Checklist

620 South “E” Street
San Bernardino, CA 92415-0179
909-386-8427 phone
909-386-8460 fax
poverstreet@sbcfire.org
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FIRE PROTECTION
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No
We have smoke alarms installed next to all sleeping areas in our house and on each level of the house.
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We have carbon monoxide detectors in our home.
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We test our smoke alarms each month and replace the battery twice each year.
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We prepared and practiced a home fire drill and know our outside meeting place.
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Everyone in the family can show how to smother a fire on their clothes through Stop, Drop, and Roll.
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We know how to call for emergency help (9-1-1)
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We treat burns with cool water.
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We have a fire extinguisher in our home.
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We keep electrical outlets covered with outlet plugs when not in use.
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We keep matches/lighters/candles out of the reach of children.
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HEATING EQUIPMENT
Yes
No
We keep clothes, furniture, and curtains 36 inches away from portable heaters and other heat producing equipment.
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Our chimney has been inspected and cleaned this year.
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Our fireplace has a metal screen.
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We keep storage 36 inches from our furnace.
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We have our heating equipment checked yearly.
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We remove fireplace ashes outside in a metal can.
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We keep our water heater set at 125 degrees to 130 degrees F.
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COOKING
Yes
No
When cooking, we keep pan/pot handles turned to the back and cords from dangling where children can pull on them.
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When we cook with grease, we have a pan lid nearby in case of fire.
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We wear snug-fitting clothes when we cook.
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We do not leave food unattended while it's cooking.
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