[Diagram showing the areas of your forest home that are trouble spots.]

  1. Put fire place ashes in metal container; soak with water. Do not dump in exposed pile.
  2. Make sure your car's fuel and ignition systems are operating properly.
  3. Properly dispose of old newspapers, oil rags and rubbish.
  4. Hang light directly from ceiling, not over nail.
  5. Store gasoline in an approved safety can.
  6. Fuel tank should be far enough from building for valves to be shut off in case of fire.
  7. Kitchen flue should extend 3' above roof.
  8. Store matches in a covered box out of reach of children.
  9. Keep flammable curtains away from stove.
  10. Disconnect iron and store in a safe place.
  11. Cleaning fluid - keep in well-ventilated place away from heat.
  12. Keep flamable material away from wall heaters.
  13. Don't smoke in bed.
  14. Install lightning protectors on telephone line.
  15. Do not bridge fuses at fuse box.
  16. Vent pipe of water heater should rise above the roof.
  17. Keep water heater clear of flammable material.
  18. Water tap should be farther from building in case of fire. Have enough hose to reach all buildings.
  19. Keep matches and lighters away from children.
  20. Cover incinerator with mesh screen. Keep clear 10-foot area around incinerator and a safe distance from from structures.
  21. Replace frayed light cords. Never put cords under rugs.
  22. Vent gas heaters and check conditions of hoses and connectors.
  23. Use fireplace fender and screen to prevent sparks from escaping.
  24. Remove rubbish from attic.
  25. Cover chimney outlet with 1/2" screen spark arrestor.
  26. Keep tree branches away from flue.
  27. Keep roof and gutters clear of leaves and debris.
  28. Be sure TV antenna is properly installed. Keep guy wire tight. Use lightning arrestors.
  29. Install service line safely and properly.
  30. Have power company clear branches from electric lines.