As we ‘spring forward’ into Daylight Savings on March 8, this is an excellent time to test the smoke alarms in your home or business.
When correctly installed, tested and maintained, smoke alarms provide the best early warning system in the event of a fire. They are an essential part of any home or business and will help to keep your family and employees safe.
- Test smoke alarms once a month by pressing the alarm’s test button and replace the batteries of each smoke alarm once a year.
- Replace smoke alarms after 10 years. Or, if you discover a smoke alarm is defective or broken after testing, replace it.
- Install at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home, including the basement, and ensure there is a smoke alarm in or near every sleeping area.
For more information on choosing smoke alarms, checking their expiration dates and installing and maintaining them correctly can be found at calgary.ca/smokealarms.
Stay safe!
From the Calgary Fire Department.
