Reminder to change the Batteries in your Smoke Alarms


Two-thirds of home fire deaths result from broken smoke alarms. Check your smoke alarms when you change the clock. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips
​Smoke alarms with non-replaceable 10-year batteries are designed to remain effective to up to 10 years. If the alarm beeps, warning that the battery is low, replace the smoke alarm right away. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips
Make sure to always replace your smoke alarm every 10 years. Don’t see a date on the back? Replace it! #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips
Your fire fighters recommend you install a smoke alarm in every bedroom, outside of bathrooms, near stairwells and on each floor of your home. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips​
For best protection, interconnect all smoke alarms. When one alarm sounds, they all sound. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips
Check your smoke alarms when you change your clocks for Daylight Saving Time​. Press and hold – you should hear a loud beep if it is good. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips​
More than 400 people die each year in the United States from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. When you install smoke alarms, install carbon monoxide detectors.​ #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips​​
Install carbon monoxide detectors where you install smoke alarms. If the audible trouble signal sounds, first check for low batteries. If the battery is low, replace it. If it still sounds, call the fire department. #IAFF #IAFFSafetyTips