Fire Extinguishers

1. Fire Extinguishers • Effective November 1 2005 Home Resale Requirement: 2A 10 BC rated for residential use Within 10’ of Kitchen Area ( Visible) Near room Exit, instructions and mounted

2. Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention • Helping Toms River residents to understand the intent of the Uniform Fire Code and create a public awareness to help minimize the adverse and devastating consequences of fire in our community

3. Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention • Helping Toms River Residents understand the intent and importance of the Uniform Fire Code

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6. Early Warning and Pre Planning • Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors provide “Early Warning”, buying residents time to safely exit the home before toxic smoke and gases become lethal • A well rehearsed escape plan increases that precious time

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9. When was your house built ? • Prior to 1978: you may be able to have battery operated smoke detectors. But if you upgraded to electric smoke detectors, you have to maintain them, and cannot go back to battery

10. After 1978 • Electric Smoke detectors were installed in homes. Newer homes require interconnected smoke detectors with battery back up

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13. Choose your Ride Carpooling does not have to be a unpleasant experience. Check your safety equipment regularly to ensure they are functioning properly

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