At least one on each level of your home and preferably one in each bedroom. Test alarms once a month and replace the batteries at least once a year. If you build a fire, use a fireplace screen and do not leave young children alone in the room. Make sure you put out fires and candles when you go to bed or leave the home. Christmas Trees Look for a fresh tree if you choose to buy a natural tree.
Fresh trees are less likely to catch fire than older trees.
Keep your tree in a container full of water and check it daily. Use a wide-based stand to make sure the tree is secure and will not fall over. Cover the tree basin with a tree skirt or blanket. Keep the tree away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators and heating vents. Cut back the lower branches to avoid eye injuries to small children.