Photoelectric smoke alarms respond first to slow smoldering fires and are less prone to nuisance alarms in the kitchen area. Photoelectonic models are best suited for living rooms, bedrooms and kids rooms. Large pieces of furniture, such as sofas, chairs, mattresses, counter tops, burn slowly and create more smoldering smoke than flames. Ionization models are best suited for rooms which contain highly combustible materials. Routinely test and clean your smoke alarms to keep them in good working order and replace your batteries.
All fire extinguishers require hydrostatic pressure testing.
Inspect annually and service according to the manufacturer s instructions. Never try out an extinguisher. It will lose pressure and won t be dependable when you really need it. Recharge after every use, discard disposable models after use. Ensure your extinguisher is easily accessible.