Fire Preparedness Reminders for SOCAL Residences

4/12/2022 (Permalink)

Regularly do a safety fire check at both your home and office, since where we spend most of the day can be considered our second home.

As our state begins to deal with hotter temperatures, wildfires may put our homes or businesses at risk at some point. Plus, despite preventative measures, fire-related accidents still happen. Fire spreads quickly so each minute counts in assuring everyone evacuates safely. SERVPRO is here to help clean up after and encourages you to prepare now in the event that disaster strikes.

Important reminders:

• Bi-annually check batteries on each smoke detector
• Keeping room doors closed can help slow the spread
• Prepare your property with fire extinguishers and service regularly
• Consider upgrading your property by installing an internal sprinkler system
• Plan an escape route and agree upon a safe outdoor meetup spot
• Practice your fire escape plan annually
• Keep pathways and exits free from clutter
• At the first sign of fire, act quickly and calmly
• Remember to stay low to avoid breathing in smoke
• Stay out, once you are out, notify the fire department if someone is missing
• Practice a scheduled fire drill, timing how long it takes for all to exit