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Safety Spotlight Home Risk Awareness November 2015 Are you aware of potential life safety hazards that may exist in your home? Did you know the Southlake fire and police departments offer fire safety and home security inspections? These inspections take approximately 20 minutes and may be scheduled at your convenience. During our visit with you, we would look to identify any potential weak points and offer suggestions that may enhance your personal protection and safety. Below are just a few of the risk awareness questions that may be discussed during your safety inspection. Fire Risk Awareness Points Police Risk Awareness Points 1. Do you know how old your smoke 1. Do you have secondary locks on all detectors are? of your windows and doors? 2. Does your family have a designated 2. Do you secure your garage door when you arrive home? meeting place in the event of a fire? 3. Do you have a fire extinguisher in 3. Are your trees and scrubs trimmed your home? to prevent someone from hiding? 4. Are matches and lighters stored 4. Do you lock your car when it is away from children? parked in the driveway? 5. Are you using surge strips in the 5. Do you request a vacation house place of extension cords? watch when you are gone? Please contact your public education team member below to schedule your fire safety and home security inspections. Life and Property Preservation Through Public Education Police Education Fire Education Valerie Snyder Renni Burt [email protected] 817-748-8349 [email protected] V