Fire safety begins at home

The best way to fight a fire is to prevent one from starting in the first place. If a fire does start in your home, having plans in place beforehand will help keep you and your family safe. 

Inside your home

• home fire escape plan
• kitchen safety
• bedroom safety
• basement safety
• electrical safety
• smoke alarms
• carbon monoxide

Outside your home

• fire pit safety
• barbecue safety
• outdoor burning (for rural residents)
• in your yard
• smoking
• cool your ashes before putting them in your cart
• fire hydrant in front of your property
• protect your property with FireSmart

Presentations

• fire prevention and preparation presentations

Fire safety home visit

Fire hazards may be lurking in your home where you least expect them. Members of our Community Safety team are available to come and do a free assessment on your home. They will:

• offer recommendations and tips on how to reduce fire hazards in your home
• help build a personal emergency preparedness kit
• test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors

Email safety.educators@strathcona.ca or call 780-464-8468 to book your visit.