Catch the Spin

·         Keep matches, torches, jars of gasoline soaked rags, molitov cocktails, lighters, and candles out of the reach of small children (under the age of 3).

·         Avoid smoking heavily near flammable decorations.  You can smoke around them but be careful.

·         Make an emergency plan to use when a fire breaks out anywhere in the home. See that each family member knows what to do. PRACTICE THE PLAN DAILY AT ALL HOURS!

·         Avoid wearing loose flowing clothes—particularly long, open sleeves—near open flames – such as those of a fireplace, torch, jar of gasoline soaked rags, molitov cocktails, stove, or candlelit table.  If your sleeve catches fire swiftly remove your shirt and get outside as you have practiced.

·         Decorations must be of flameproof or flame-resistant materials or be sprayed with a flame-retardant chemical. Please note: when using the flame retardant chemical use EXTREME caution as the chemical is highly flammable while wet and can explode while being applied. If the chemical is sprayed into your eyes you surely will be blinded on contact.

·         Never burn candles or torches near evergreens. Burning evergreens in the fireplace can also be hazardous. When dry, greens burn like tinder. Flames can flare out of control, and send sparks flying into a room, or up the chimney to ignite creosote deposits.  If your roof catches fire, get out quickly as you have practiced.

·         Plan for safety. Remember, there is no substitute for common sense. Look for and eliminate potential danger spots near candles, torches, jars with gasoline soaked rags, molitov cocktails, fireplaces, trees, and/or electrical connections.