Put That Hammer Down and Don’t Do It Yourself! Tommy 2 Shoes and No Nonsense Nance interview Al Briand about home safty:
Fireman with 30 years experience
Propane grills on the deck
Patio firepits safe or not?
What is a Spark mat?
Embers are dangerous and often hidden inside old ash. Make sure your ash can is metal and is stored on an area that is not combustible with a lid
Drinking and cooking is a big no no
Replace your bad extension cords be fore they catch your house on fire
Surge protectors should be replaced every 2-3 years
GFI outlets should be used around water
How important are carbon monoxide, radon, and smoke detectors in the home?
Do’s and Don’ts
Gas cans and fuels should not be stored in the home
Replace batteries in detectors annually
Test your detectors often
Never use water on a grease fire – keep a small fire extinguisher in the kitchen
Ladder safety leave ice damns to the pros
Don’t clean your own chimney
Outlet covers and door latches when you have small children keep poisonous substances under lock and key
Keep the pool secure and never leave the kids unattended
Seatbelts save lives
Keep your medications locked up
Candles should never be left unattended
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