BBQ season gives us another GREAT reason to practice FIRE SAFETY!🧑‍🚒
🍔Start the season off right by ensuring your grill is in good working order before using it. 🔧
🔎Learn how from the experts TSSA, please watch their BBQ Safety Tips ow.ly/rTw150Os6wX video 👏🇨🇦^DN

#Lithium - #ion #batteries store a large amount of energy in a small amount of space. Sometimes batteries are not used the right way; batteries not designed for a specific use can be dangerous. Greater Sudbury

May 5 to 11 is Emergency Preparedness Week! Emergencies can happen any time of the year – be prepared & plan for every season.

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/emergency…

#EPWeek2024 #Plan4EverySeason #PreparedON

May is Asian Heritage Month. This is a time for Canadians to reflect and commemorate the culture, rich history, and many contributions that Asian Canadians have made to our diverse and growing communities in Mississauga and across Canada.

It’s the first of the month!

Start May off right! Take a moment to test your smoke alarms.

Check the batteries and replace them with new ones if needed.

Small acts can go a long way to ensure the #FireSafety of you and your loved ones! 🔥💪🏼

Today is #FirstRespondersDay in Ontario!

A day to thank our everyday heroes who put their lives on the line to protect us. Let's come together and show our support for these brave individuals who make a difference in our lives.

#Ontario #Community

Today is First Responders Day.

We thank and recognize all first responders who dedicate their lives to public service while bravely protecting Ontario’s communities each day.

#FirstRespondersDay

First of the month reminder! It takes 2 seconds to test and can save your life. You are worth it! Push that test button. It took longer to read this than to test it, just saying. 😀 #pushthebutton #savedbythebeep

🚨 It’s #TestItTuesday , #Ottawa ! 🔥 Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take a moment to test/check your smoke alarms today. A simple beep could save lives. #Ottawa Safety #SmokeAlarmReminder 🚒🔔

Here we go. We know that the Leafs are going to come out on fire tonight. Take a few mins and test those smoke alarms in your home so that in the event of a real fire you are alerted and can get out safely.

Spring has arrived, along with a little bit of sunshine! Why not make the most of it and get a jump start on some spring cleaning for #FireSafety . Remember to clean around the furnace to get rid of combustibles. Your furnace should have 3 feet of clearance in every direction.

Another example of working smoke alarms saving lives.

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Captain of Fire Prevention John Percy would like to talk to you about the importance of keeping fire doors closed at all times.

It is essential for several critical reasons. Watch 👇as he shares about the importance.

City of Cambridge Office of the Fire Marshal Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC)

In the last two days PFD has responded to 2 separate calls for Carbon Monoxide alarm activations where high levels of CO was detected.

These CO alarms potentially saved many lives! Make sure your home has a working CO alarm and test yours today!

#CarbonMonoxide is an odourless, tasteless gas that can cause serious injury and death. Ensure fuel-burning appliances and vents in your home are inspected annually by a qualified contractor.

🚨 Today's your chance to ensure you can be #savedbythebeep ! Test your smoke alarms monthly for peace of mind. Press that test button, listen for the beep and stay safe. Remember, if it's been over 10 years, it's time for replacements. Let's prioritize #FireSafety ! 🔊🔥

Today, on the #DayOfMourning , we pay tribute to all workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace. Our flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset in their memory.

Let's take a moment to remember their sacrifice and renew our commitment to safe work practices.

Game show host Larry Lips joins us with a new edition of the latest and great game show. Test your #FireSafety knowledge. #ReadySetGo – You have 5 seconds. Are you up to the challenge?

It's important to prioritize #FireSafety when enjoying open air burning in your backyard, at a cottage, or at a campground. Leaving the fire unattended can make it difficult to control and can potentially lead to a serious fire.

Pictured here is a CO alarm that was significantly expired and also located in the furnace room. We would like to remind everyone to ensure their CO alarms are less than 10 years old and located outside of the sleeping areas in your home.