Fire Safety; Household Fire Safety Audit; Fire Escape Planning - DSC Security System Power 864 User Manual

Read this section carefully for important information about fire safety.
Household
Most fires occur in the home. To minimize this danger, we recommend that a household fire
safety audit be conducted and a fire escape plan be developed.

Fire Safety

1. Are all electrical appliances and outlets in a safe condition? Check for frayed cords, over-
Audit
2. Are all flammable liquids stored safely in closed containers in a well-ventilated cool area?
3. Are fire-hazardous materials (matches) well out of reach of children?
4. Are furnaces and wood-burning appliances properly installed, clean and in good work-
Fire Escape
There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time it becomes
deadly. It is thus very important that a family escape plan be developed and rehearsed.
Planning
1. Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan.
2. Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house. Since many fires
3. Escape from a bedroom must be possible without opening the interior door.
• Make sure that all border doors and windows are easily opened. Ensure that they are
• If opening or using the exit is too difficult for children, the elderly or handicapped, plans
• If the exit is above the ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope should be provided
• Exits on the ground level should be kept clear. Be sure to remove snow from exterior
• Each person should know of a predetermined assembly point where everyone can be
• A good plan emphasizes quick escape. Do not investigate or attempt to fight the fire,
• Write the fire escape plan down and rehearse it frequently so that should an emergency
• Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests (see "Test-
• We recommend that you contact your local fire department and request further infor-
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Section 6: Fire Safety
loaded lighting circuits, etc. If you are uncertain about the condition of your electrical
appliances or household service, have a professional evaluate these units.
Cleaning with flammable liquids should be avoided.
ing order? Have a professional evaluate these appliances.
occur at night, special attention should be given to the escape routes from sleeping
quarters.
Consider the following when making your escape plans:
not painted shut, and that their locking mechanisms operate smoothly.
for rescue should be developed. This includes making sure that those who are to per-
form the rescue can promptly hear the fire warning signal.
as well as training in its use.
patio doors in winter; outdoor furniture or equipment should not block exits.
accounted for (e.g., across the street or at a neighbor's house). Once everyone is out of
the building, call the Fire Department.
and do not gather belongings or pets as this wastes valuable time. Once outside, do not
re-enter the house. Wait for the fire department.
arise, everyone will know what to do. Revise the plan as conditions change, such as the
number of people in the home, or if there are changes to the building's construction.
ing Your System" on page 18). If you are unsure about system operation, contact your
installing dealer.
mation on fire safety and escape planning. If available, have your local fire prevention
officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.