Home Heating Safety Tips

Fireplaces
~ Have chimneys inspected annually by a professional.
~ Make sure the area around the fireplace is clear of furniture or   
   other flammable materials.
~ Clean out ashes from previous fires.
~ Use a fireplace screen and fireplace tools to tend the fire.
~ Never use an accelerant to start a fire.
~ Keep small children and pets away.
~ Never leave the fire unattended and make sure the fire is
   completely out before going to bed or leaving.

Safety Sheet
Quick tips to print and have around the house.

Portable Heaters
~ Choose an open place for the heater = away from furniture, 
   bedding, curtains or areas where children or pets play.
~ Use heaters with element gaurds.
~ Unplug the heater before going to bed or leaving the home.
~ Never leave a heater unattended.
~ Only use "UL" or laboratory tested heaters.