Home Safety

·         Stay in the kitchen while using the stovetop

·         Use a timer to frequently check dishes in the oven

·         Keep the space around the stove clear of items that could catch on fire such as tea-towels, cardboard boxes, or grocery bags

·         Roll up loose sleeves and tuck in those hoodie strings, loose clothing can catch on fire too

·         To avoid getting burned, keep 3 feet of space between children and any cooking appliances

·         Lithium-ion batteries are not only used in cars, but also cell phones, power tools, hover boards, even your electric toothbrush!

·         To prevent overheating, unplug devices once they are fully charged

·         Devices should be charged on a non-combustible surface, not on beds or couches which can easily ignite

·         Lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous when damaged. Do not throw damaged batteries in the garbage as they can ignite the surrounding materials. Instead, place the damaged battery in a sealed metal container and take directly to the landfill.

Replace appliances and charges with exposed wires, don’t try to fix them yourself with duct tape!

Extension cords are designed to be used temporarily (think Christmas lights), extended use can cause them to overheat

Don’t overload circuits! We do not recommend using products such as outlet extenders or power bars as they can pull too much power when full. If you choose to use one, make sure it has surge protection

Appliances such as space heaters, refrigerators, and air conditioners draw a lot of power. Plug them directly into an outlet, not a power bar

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