Harbour City Star from Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada • 14

Saturday, October 7, 2000 B4 Harbour City Star QUICK FACTS ON CARBON MONOXIDE (CO.) SAFETY TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY FROM CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Every year have a qualified service technician check the furnace and other fuel-burning equipment for safety and efficiency. Make sure a wood or coal-burning stove is properly installed and vented and has adequate combustion air e.g. open window. Do not operate a gasoline-powered engine, kerosene stove or charcoal grill in a closed space. Clean and inspect your chimneys regularly.

Barbeque grills should never be operated indoors. Do not leave a vehicle motor running in a garage even with the garage doors open. 1 Do not run exhaust fans, power attic vents or central vacuum systems continuously. If you suspect carbon monoxide In your home LEAVE RIGHT AWAY and CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WHAT IS IT? SIGNS: SYMPTOMS: EFFECTS: CAUSES: DEATHS: PREVENTION: A colourless, odorless, tasteless gas Stuffy air, excessive moisture on windows and soot around appliances and vents Dizziness, headaches, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and loss of muscle control. Can be confused with influenza If inhaled, carbon monoxide takes away oxygen from the blood.

Prolonged exposure can lead to unconsciousness, brain damage or death Blocked or dirty vents, flues, chimneys and furnaces, as well as improper ventilation of burning fireplaces and wood stoves Approximately 200 per year (Canada Safety Council statistics) Annual inspection and cleaning of: furnaces -chimneys fireplaces dryers SAFETY TIPS FOR THE HOME KITCHEN: Never leave cooking unattended Use appropriate cooking appliances and keep clean Keep a pot cover nearby to "put a lid on it" in the event of a fire Avoid loose long sleeves when cooking Check kettles and toasters for damaged electrical cords and thermostats Use appliances that have an automatic shut-off Keep a timer handy to remind when oven and burners should be switched off If medications cause drowsiness do not cook For insurance purposes wood stoves must be installed by a professional Use a temperature-controlled electric skillet or deep-fryer for frying LIVING ROOM: Always use a fire screen making sure it is the correct size for the fireplace opening Do not overload electrical outlets or use extension cords in place of additional outlets Smokers should check furniture for fallen cigarettes or embers which can smolder undetected for several hours before bursting into flames Never leave cigarettes unattended in an ashtray I Use safety ashtrays with a double rim and deep centre Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children CEDROOM: Install smoke alarms inside and outside bedrooms Check electrical appliances regularly electric blankets, heating pads, curling irons, radios, televisions, irons Bedrooms should be non-smoking areas CASEMENT AND ATTIC: i Remove all combustible and flammable materials from the 1 1 "Still the lusrnt riace We Carry A Full Line of Fire Protection Products 390-1400 6300 N. Island Highway Jr. Ve carry sn extensive (ins ef smsks alarms snd fire extinguish! Country Club Centr 100-3200 Island Highway 8-10 Sunday 9-6 750-0343 Pellet Fuel FEATURING Environfire Pellet Sieves Burn Pellets QuadraFire Pellet Stoves Pinnacle Fir Pellets Vent Accessories BBQ Pellets NEW LOCATION 1716 Kidson Road (of! hkxulbugh Rd.) BARRIER FIRE PROTECTION INC. RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Complete Installation Maintenance and Annual Inspections Certified Testing of Backflow Prevention Devices "All Work Guarantied" 751-1922 "Fir Sprinklers Save Lives" SERVING VANCOUVER ISLAND SAND liKAVLL Salutes HcaudiMO Firefujftferf Prompt Delivery en All Large Small Ordrrs 754-4994 urn Hi, I i i ill HUB CITY Fire Extinguisher Fmilnmont I Imltprf salutes our Firefighters Installation Servicing of Kitchen, Industrial, Off Road Manne Fire Systems Fire Alarm Systems Emergency Lighting Hydrostat Testing Recharging Fire Extinguishers Fire Hoses Forestry Fire Fighting Equipment SHI Inc. (Montgomery Kon Elevator) In support of Fire Prevention Week And The Burn Unit QylvCSCn established -mr Nanaimo Realty "gas? BROOKS LANDING 756-0170 C75-2000 61AN0.

1 HWY. CQUVTRY CLUB CfNTHE 750-1751 email: nanrealisland.net MID ISLAND FIRE EQUIPMENT LTD. SALES SERVICE During FIRE PRIVtNTrON week remember to make sure your smoke detector has a new battery and your fire extinguisher Is property serviced. We have quality new extinguishers and quick recharging SUVINC NANAIMO KM OVtR 30 YtARS AMPLE RU PARKING STK 754-7641 273 Sdby Nanaimo HOME CENTRES PROUDLY CANADIAN 2555 Bowen Road 758-9146 HOT- i Busmn: AUT ri I basement and attic Store gasoline in well-ventilated areas not in basements or confined areas Use only approved containers to store and transport gasoline i Have a thorough yearly maintenance check carried out on ail aspects of the furnace by a professional I When replacing an old furnace or wiring, consult a professional to determine the most safe, economical and efficient system for your home GARAGE AND WORKSHOP: Flammable materials thinners, gasoline, paints, industrial I cleaners should be stored neatly in approved containers and away from ignition sources Do not smoke or leave matches or lighters in the garage or workshop Install and be knowledgeable in the use of the appropriate fire extinguisher for the area I Keep the area clean remove garbage, paper products and wood shavings regularly I lost 75 lbs. in 9 months cm this safe, 100 natural dcxto-formulated weight loss program Consultation call Debbie 9598 i website: 3lft.Hl For a Free Sample 756 mm or visit mv H'4tT www.wealthishealth.comdebbie itSlV 'h i AiJa or email: dnewhooknisa.net ff NANAIMO PI LuUJiJ and 3 an(l HARBOUR CITY SIAR would like to thank all the sponsors of this important message.

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