Fireworks Safety |
The Dundalk Fire Department recommends attending a professional firework show as this is the safest way to view them. However, if you purchase common fireworks make sure to follow the Township of Southgate fireworks by-law and remember that almost all firework related injuries happen because of improper handling and a disregard to safety.Along with personal responsibility and awareness, the following are some safety tips from purchasing and setting up, to the fireworks show.
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Farm Fire Safety |
Farming is a unique workplace environment. Farmers and farm labourers often work in the outdoors, exposed to the elements, handling and caring for animals, operating machinery, and working alone for long periods of time. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) Support Farmers and Farm Workers by ensuring that there is proper legislation and workplace safety standards. Click on the links to access valuable safety information: https://ofa.on.ca/issues/farm-labour-safety/ http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/engineer/safe.htm#1 https://www.wsps.ca/farm-safety-training/farm-safety.aspx https://www.casa-acsa.ca/en/canadian-agricultural-safety-association/ |
Electrical Fire Safety |
Safety Tips
For more information on electrical safety, click here. |
Cooking Safety |
Cooking is the #1 cause of home fires.Cook with Caution
If you have a small (grease) cooking fire and decide to fight the fire...
If you have any doubt about fighting a small fire...
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BBQ Safety |
Grilling Safety
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Sprinkler Systems |
Sprinkler systems are a great first line of defense against fires in your home. There are many benefits of having a home sprinkler system. Stopping a fire in its early stages with minimal water usage will protect your property from unnecessary damage. Risks to firefighters is also mitigated when a sprinkler system is in place. The environmental impact from sprinkler systems helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 97%, water usage is reduced to more than 50%. There are also fewer pollutants in the wastewater of sprinkler compared to traditional fire suppression tactics. For more information on Home Fire Sprinkler systems please click here. |
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