Tip 6: Don’t rely on insect screens to prevent a window fall. Insect screens are designed to keep bugs out, not keep children in the home. #WindowSafety
Window Safety Week, recognized every year during the first full week in April, serves as a reminder of recognizing the importance of #windowsafety and fall prevention year-round. https://t.co/oZacs08HBb
Fire safety tip 7: Consult your local building codes to determine proper placement of window guards or fall prevention devices. If you equip windows in your home with these products, install devices that comply with ASTM F2090 for quick release.
Fire safety tip 6: Check local building codes when remodeling your home to understand emergency escape and rescue (egress) building code requirements. Egress windows are designated by code as large enough for you to escape through or for rescue workers to enter in emergencies.
Fire safety tip 5: Open the window to escape or choose another exit route if your home features windows with impact-resistant glass, commonly used in hurricane-prone areas.
It's National Fire Prevention Week in the U.S.! We will be sharing one fire escape drill tip each day this week to help educate our followers. Tip 1: Create a fire escape plan with your family that includes two exits from every room in your home, through a door and a window.