Fire Marshal Wants Working Smoke Alarms in Every TN Home
Most home-fire casualties occur at night when people are sleeping. The smoke and toxic gases generated by a fire can cause you to sleep more deeply, making the chances of survival slimmer. Here is what some experts recommend regarding smoke alarms:
- Smoke alarms should be installed in every sleeping room, outside of every sleeping area and on each level of the home. Make sure that everyone can hear the alarm and knows what it sounds like.
- Smoke alarms need to be maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Test the alarms monthly and replace batteries at least twice a year. The beginning and end of daylight saving time are good times to replace them.
- The smoke alarms themselves should be replaced every 10 years.
- Have a fire escape plan and practice it with your children.
- When the smoke alarm sounds, exit the home at once and meet at a set location. Read more on smoke alarms