Keeping our family and loved ones safe and protected in number priority of any family man. Natural disasters and accidents happen untimely and struck our lives without any warning. Though, there is not much that can be done to get protection against them but by adopting few simple steps we can guard ourselves against them.
Fire is one such disaster that very year takes away billions of lives and damages property worth hundreds of crores. As a precaution, it is best to fireproof our apartments, and you would be delighted to know that it can be done easily by following steps mentioned below.
Well, these days’ developers are taking up measures to ensure full safety and protection of inmates. Projects build by Trimurty builders are cent percent equipped with all the need gears required at the time of a fire emergency.
1. Fire Extinguisher, keep it handy
It is crucial to have a fire extinguisher at your home, as it provides best defense. Though it best to have one in each room, but an area where you cannot miss to have one is the kitchen. Note, fire extinguishers do not last forever, so keep track of its expiry date and refill or replace when needed.
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2. Install Fire/Smoke Alarms
All upcoming apartments are installed with smoke alarms, but if you live in an old one then get one installed today. They are very efficient and provide early warning about the fire. The job doesn’t end with installation, check the alarm in every 4 to 5 months and replace the weak batteries.
3. Go for Fire Proof Furniture & Carpets
When going furniture shopping, ask for fireproof chemical coated pieces. Also, you can get your furniture covered outside, though it will add up a little expense, the safety it provides is totally worth. Also, these days you get fireproofing sprays that are easy to apply, and as an added advantage over safety, they make your furniture stain resistant.
Avoid, synthetic and wool carpets as they burn easily and because of their large dimension, the fire spreads faster. Rather go for fireproof carpets.
4. Don’t Overload Electric Wiring
One of the major cause of fire in homes is overloading of electric wiring. When installing a new device have an electrician check that there are no chances of overloading and installation is perfect. Check wires regularly to see that they are not warned out or damaged.
5. Common Sense will Save You
Common sense is all that it takes to fireproof your home/apartment. Small things like remembering to turn off electric appliances, gas knob, remembering to keep items like match stick and lighter away from kids. Prepare a checklist of the things you need to do whenever you are leaving home for vacations.
