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Fire Safety for Children
Fires are always a risk for you and your family, but homeowners needs to remain especially vigilant during the winter months. Because of the cold weather, many people turn to fires, candles and heaters to stay warm. These devices put your home at an increased risk for fires, especially for young children.
A new study by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's U.S Fire Administration (USFA) has determined that 52% of all children who die in fires are under 5 years old and children under the age of 14 account for more than 14 percent of deaths from fires in 2007.
Because of these frightening statistics, parents should make sure take extra precautions to make sure that their children remain safe this winter. Follow these child fire safety tips:
-Make sure children never go near heating sources such as fireplaces, space heaters or wood burning stoves.
-Children are at a high risk of being burned by food and drinks. Establish a safety zone around all cooking areas including the stove, microwave, and toaster.
-Never use the oven to heat the interior of your home.
-Have your chimney inspected and cleaned by a professional on a yearly basis.
-Have a security system that is equipped with fire detection capabilities.
-Have smoke detectors in every area of your home.
ADT is committed to the safety of you and your family. All of their security systems are equipped with technology that will alert you and the local authorities the instant that smoke is detected.