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The Huron Expositor, 1978-10-05, Page 6Chariescraft. 'Lifesaver' —SOUNDLY-PRICED VALUE, A small cost for your peace of mind T6 .44 32 Main Street 527-0720 Protect Your Fgmi from FIRE Established 1876 , ' "IT CAN HAPPEN TO YOU" '' e aforth Fire Chief says Every year Canada has a Fire Prevention Week to make people aware.of fires and try to teach Fire Prevention. The fire Department in Seaforth have set up a Fire Prevention Programme to help the general public. We have started in the elementary schools in our area for Grade 5 pupils. The Fire Chiefs ASsociation of Ontario are hving7a Fire Prevention Poster Contest for the best poster for a boy and girl with the first prize' being $125.00.' • - However, we the adults should also educate ourself in Fire Prevention. Most fires start through carelessneSs in the homes and to 'prevent these 'fires here are scime h'elp'ful tips: 1. Check your fuse panel and •see if you are using, the rightfuses., Use 15 ampere-fuse for ordinary circuits, Never use areitsiiii4 •fuses. 2. Electrical Appliances - Check cords regularly awl, replace if breaks or frays appear. 3. Have yOur heatidg. system properly maintained. ' 41 Keep storage.-places free: from rubbish and clean. 5. Never store small gasoline engines in your basement. 6. Do not place flimsy or combustible deborations over electric light globes or near 'open lights or heaters. Many -more could be mentioned and if you are In doubt just call your fire department and we will check yoLir premises. Every year between 600 and -700 pe le lose their lives in fires. The fire department recommend that an alert system shout be installed in every home which- are available from your fire department and the local erchant. Early warning could save the lives of your 'families and your investment. We also recommend to place a fire extinguisher in your home in case of fire. Never say it can't happen to 'me! Act now! Accidents do occur. CHIEF: Hai'r'y Hak 527.1276 , DEP. CHIMP: Torn Phillips 5274921 CAPTAIN:. Don Coleman . 527.1425 , CAPTAIN: Jim Sills 527-1248 O Seaforth and Area FIRE ,DEPARTMENT 'P.O. Box 87, Seaforth NOK -1W0 THE HURON EXPOSITOR, OCTOBE 0, 1970, • ‘i'3/44 ti,.eotat%l* Wpm . Seatorth area firemen carry on a never ending battle to ensure that the area for which they are re- sponsible does not add to the staggering losses which Canada faces each year as a result of fires• according to Harry Bak, Chief of the area brigade. . The Seaforth brigade yes ''Seaforth and adj Ming townships of Tuckersmith, McKillop. Hullet and Hibbert. Chief Hak said that in additional to training ses- sions*Lich go on throughout the ,,ear, members of the brigade are enrolled in dis- trict training courses. . At the present time three members of the Seaforth • britocle ar qtrenaing a Ontario Fire Marshall's sponsored course that runs.' Fe ...hirtcen'weeks in Exeter. chief Hak, deputy chief Torn. Phillipsand Dennis Mc( ati!!,•, ar ..wenrlim, the rntirce In the months ahead in- creasing emphasis will be t pl..ced on various aspects of fire prevention Chief Hak said and added that a good fire "prevention record de- pends on the co-operation of every cityen. There are many common sense proceduresl that families should follow• and 'attich if carefully watched could help cut downthe tragic lass in life . and 'property damage which fire creates. Children• the principal vklinls of many fires, should never be left alone. Smoke and gas can snuff their lives' in a very short time. .department at the front of the property at the road, because sometimes depart- ments find it difficult to find the place, Also. note that you shouldn't hesitate to call the fire department except in the case of the smallest Sires which, can be put out by the people in the building.. When you call the fire department give your name and address first in case the call is cut short by the `flames:, • Remember. in spite 'of all precautions. you mtty have a fire, so it pays to know what toolo, when the need arises. Is your home, office business, or jhir buildings ' that You may have an interest • in, checked the following: Is your house s af e c fromea fire? clean and and t dHave r you has trash accumulated? If it has, /get rid of it today. How about, //your electric wiring? Is it safe?' Are you using the proper fuses? Get rid of frayed eleutrie cords. Have them replaced. Don't smoke in. bed. SmolEing is one of the major causes of fires. What about the heating system. Are the pipes safe? Is the chimney in good condition? Rave yott had your furnace cleaned? SM • KE ALARM -tiwaswilimminntwwwwwie Early Warning Fire '- Smoke Detector NUO SAVE LIVES From 10:95 Fire safety makes sense. Homes, workshops, garages are all potential fire hazards. Don't take chances—keep the appropriate fire extinguisher easily accessible. Fire-Extinguishers are rated and clas- sified for 3 types of fires. A for wood, paper, clothes. 1341rilammable liquids, gases. C for electrical fires. O Dial;IndicatOr DOI Extinguisher Shows pressure and recharge time at a glance. Non-clog valve,With wall mount bracket for convenience. 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Test button for periodic checks. 52.0251 - With 9V battery 21.88 `First Alert' Smoke Alarm incorporates dual chamber ionization sensor, solid Otte circuitry, low battery trouble signal and test button far Cheeki. 52-.0255 -With 9V battery . 24.95 Ali smoke alarms hip ptc approved. PROTECT Seaforth Fire. Chief Harry Hak if a babysitter is left with the children. , he 'or she should be 'aware of all exits in. case of an emergen Hold a family •renYeteThiti Prepare a escape plan in the event.of a fire. If possible have your baby-sitter pre- sent. The plan• that you forninlate 'May make the difference between life and If you—have- a fire ex- tinguisher, which everyone should have, it is imperative that every adult member Of the house should know how tooperate it. and its location. Make sure that it is in working condition and that it is caOly accessible. Fire extinguishers must be ready to use when needed in an emergency sI,. On many oeCa ko?eople living in rural areas call the' wrong fire department when . `fire is discovered. This causes unnecessary delay. sometimes resulting in the . loss of a. building. . Each individual -householder should make sure what fire, departMent they'are to call, this should not be left till an - emergency. Remember your area fire department and the number.. After a call is placed, it is a good. idea to wait fOr the fire Think-about fire ---,wherever yap are Always check to see if you have proper fire insurance ; if there's doubt, come see us to-day • SEAFORTH INSURANCE AGENCY LIMITED Phone 527-1616 Seafo rth, Ontario Donald G.laton kentioth 1,Cordno 1011011 'k1ome Sentry' SMOKE ALARM 21 .'88 NO ONE CAN AFFORD A FIRE 41 w, .11 lou 10 ckick your hone and balintsl lot your Home 0 your Family • your Business • your Farm • your o Car your Health If fire struck now, the replacement costs could be staggering 'You-r insurance coverage should be reviewed and updated—§oon! INSURANCE. CANNOT STOP'F IRE'a,EILI1 IT ' CAN PAY LOSSES .See us for full protectiqn JIM ETUE INSURANCE AGENT Here's'how it works. When smoke particles enter the detector chamber,' the detector voltage balance is up3et. This voltage charge is amplified by a, specially designed amplifier which triggers the built-in alarm 'horn.. The alarm horn, will continue to sound as long as smoke is present. Should a fire break out.in your hoilie, the detector will sense the smoke in the early stages of the fire and give an alarm before thd smoke reaches dangerous concentrations - • IVIcKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY' HEAD OFFICE: 10MAIN ST., SEAFORTH, ONT Mrs. Margaret Sharp, Sec. Treas., Ph. 527-0400. Directors and Adjusters . Ken Carnochan, R.R14, Seaforth Lavern Godkin, R.R.N1, Walton Ross Leonhardt, R.R.N1, Bornholm John McEwing,.R.R.N1, Blyth ' Stanley Mcllwain, R.R.N2, Goderich Donald McKercher, R.F1.101, Dublin John A. Teylar, R.R.N1, Brumfield J.N.Trewartha, Box 681. Clinton 527.1545 527-1877 345-2234 523-9390 524-7051 5t7-1837 482-7527 482-7593 Stuart Wilson, R.R.N1, Bruceliffid AGENTS James Keys, R.R.N1, Seaforth Wm. Leiner, R.R.N1, Landsat:fore Steve J. Murray, R.R.115, Seaforth CALLAN AGENT OR THE OFFICE' • 527-0887 . 527-0487 523-4257 345-2172 , FULL COVERAGE Farm and Urban Properties Fire, Windstorm, Liability, Theft Various Floa ter Coverages Homeowner.'s, Tenant's Package.Composite Dwelling THINK FIRE SAFETY