Fire Safety Tips for Christmas Holidays

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Fire Safety Tips for Christmas Holidays Christmas
is a time for celebration, but it can also be
dangerous. During the Christmas season, many of
the things we enjoy, such as fairy lights,
candles, trees and decorations, can cause fires.
Quickshipfire, the best fire alarm equipment
supplier company in USA has put together a list
of Christmas Fire Safety Tips so that you and
your home stay safe this holiday
season. Christmas Fire Safety Tips Take these
steps to prevent fires and stay safe this
Christmas. Christmas Lights Don't overload plug
sockets with Christmas lights, and make sure they
comply with all Standards. Don't leave the
premises unattended without switching them
off. Decorations When putting up Christmas
decorations, keep in mind that most decorations,
such as tinsel, banners, and candles, are quite
combustible. For this reason, never leave candles
unattended and ensure they're positioned properly
to prevent fires. Christmas Trees Make sure your
Christmas tree is placed away from any heat
sources and does not interfere with any escape
routes from the building. Review your Fire Risk
Assessment to ensure no risks are posed. Fire
Alarm Testing Even though people may already be
on holiday, it is not an excuse to neglect
testing your fire alarms. Test your fire alarms
regularly, especially during the holiday
season. Ensure all electrical appliances are in
safe mode When your premises are closed with
little or no staff present, there is always the
possibility of fire. Keep all electrical devices
in safe mode, and keep the heat on for a few
hours each day to avoid damaging pipes. In Case
of Emergency The last thing anyone wants to deal
with at Christmas time is a fire, but if it does
happen, you need to be prepared to fight it. In
addition to our Christmas Fire Safety Tips, read
out fire safety do's and don'ts to keep your home
or business safe over the festive period. Other
Safety Tips for Holiday Decorating
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• Be sure all holiday light cords aren't frayed or
  broken. String no more than three strands of
  lights per extension cord. Leave all holiday
  lights off when you go to bed or leave the house.
• Outdoor decorations should be suitable for
  outdoor use, and lights should be fastened
  securely to your home or trees. In order to avoid
  an electrocution or fire hazard, make sure the
  hooks and nails you use outside are insulated.
• When buying an artificial tree, look for the
  fire-resistant label. Do not place it near
  fireplaces, radiators, or other sources of heat.
  It is never a good idea to use electric lights on
  metallic trees.
• If you get a live tree, make sure it's fresh and
  keep it watered. Make sure no needles fall off by
  bending the needles up and down.
• When hanging stockings on the mantel, do not
  light the fireplace.
• Be sure to check the labels of old decorations.
  It is possible to find lead-based tinsel in older
  decorations. Wear gloves when using angel hair to
  prevent irritation. It is best to avoid breathing
  in artificial snow. When using a ladder, keep a
  good, stable position and wear traction-enhancing
  shoes.
• After Christmas
• Get rid of the tree after Christmas or when it is
  dry. Dried-out trees are a fire danger and should
  not be left in the home or garage, or placed
  outside against the home.
• Check with your local community to find a
  recycling program.
• Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the
  holidays to prevent hazards and make them last
  longer.
• Christmas Fire Facts
• Almost one third of home Christmas tree fires are
  caused by electrical problems.
• Although Christmas tree fires are not common,
  when they do occur, they are more likely to be
  serious.
• A heat source too close to the tree causes more
  than one in every five of the fires.