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Safety Tips

Fire Extinguishers at Home
Ten Winter Fire Safety Tips
Seven Deadly Safety Sins
Electrical Appliance Safety
Smoke Detectors Work
Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
Reduce the Risk of Electrical Fires at Home
Gasoline Safety Tips
The Children's Safety Zone
Test Your Fire Safety IQ
What to do when lights & sirens approach
Overloaded Electrical Circuits
Summer Safety Tips - Ahh, Summer

Electrical Appliance Safety

  • Always buy CSA approved appliances
  • Always follow the manufacturers usage instructions - don't overload them
  • Always disconnect appliances before cleaning them
  • Always have defective appliances checked professionally
  • Always disconnect appliances when not in use, particularly when going on vacation

ALWAYS CONSULT A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF YOU ARE NOT SURE

 

   



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