To keep your family and property safe, it’s important to have the necessary equipment on hand. Be prepared for an emergency with this list of safety essentials you’ll want to add to your household.
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Carbon monoxide detectors are essential devices for every home. CO is toxic but impossible to detect because it is odorless and colorless. Electronic CO detectors sound an alarm when CO levels get too high, giving you time to leave or ventilate your house. If an alert sounds, open windows and get family members and pets out of the home.
Fire Extinguishers are Safety Essentials
Fire extinguishers are another safety essential that can save lives and prevent the spread of house fires. All fire extinguishers are ranked by class and you’ll find one to extinguish everything from electrical fires to kitchen grease fires. It’s important to know what your extinguishers are rated for. For instance, Class B devices are more suitable for garages while Class K works best in kitchens.
First-Aid Kit
Keep fully equipped first-aid kits in easy-to-access areas of your home. Some of the best places to stash these supplies are in your garage, in the food pantry, and under the sinks in your bathrooms and kitchen. These small kits hold essential supplies to deal with minor accidents.
They should include everything from scissors and medications to hot and cold compresses and an assortment of bandages. A well-stocked kit will help you administer first aid while waiting for emergency assistance to arrive.
Fire-Escape Ladder
If you live in a two-story home, a safety ladder is essential in case of fire. These ladders are extendable and attach to upper-level windows, giving residents a quick exit in case of an emergency.
Safety ladders can also be helpful in a burglary situation where escape from a window would help you and your family get to a safe place. For either scenario, make sure to buy a ladder with a high weight capacity in case multiple people need to be evacuated at the same time.
Emergency Contacts
An emergency contact list is an important resource to keep on hand. Every family member should know where to find the list. Include the phone numbers of your doctors, dentist, veterinarian, and poison control, along with trusted neighbors, friends, babysitters, and other family members. Medical issues and allergies should also be noted on this list.
Home Safety Essentials
Incorporating safety essentials into your household is vital for making sure that your family is prepared to respond should an unexpected event occur. First-aid kits, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers should be accessible throughout your home. Place your emergency contact list in a central location in your home.
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