Fire Prevention in Action in Public Kindergartens
The Fire Prevention Bureau launched a flannel board visual aid in all public and parochial kindergartens this year. Captain Smith attended a Philadelphia seminar and Dr. Wayne Branom aided the pilot. An evaluation will decide if the program expands to grades one through three annually.
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Fire Prevention Bureau
Captain Smith
Philadelphia
Wayne T. Branom
Supt
Electrical safety checklist for home hazards
A reader inquiry lists steps for electrical safety at home including appliance labeling by Underwriters Laboratories, proper wiring, overload prevention, metal stands, heat limits, serial circuits for heavy duty devices, open wiring, and safe storage of paints and oils. It also asks about trash disposal of oily waste and barriers to prevent fumes from garage to living areas.
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Underwriters’ Laboratories Inc
Fire hazards in homes prompt fire department inspections
Fire Chief Carmen R. Dill Sr notes that many homes harbor conditions that cause fires, with more than 6 500 lives lost annually. He urges Hillside residents to request a home inspection, and outlines common hazards such as defective wiring, frayed cords, clutter, and improper storage of flammable liquids.
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Joseph Fealey
Emerald Co
John Kimmel
Madurski
Gabriel
Hillside
Carmen R. Dill
United States
Dill
One Family Home Inspections Program Aims Help
The Fire Department runs a request based program to inspect one family homes. Inspectors provide non punitive recommendations and leave a fire safety certificate or guidance for improvements. Owners are urged to call 923 6464 or 926 5394 to schedule a visit.
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Fire Department
Do Not Leave Children Unattended With Babysitters
This warning notes that hundreds of children die in fires annually when left at home unsupervised or in the care of an incompetent sitter. It urges parents to avoid quick errands under the care of others and stresses the high odds against luck in preventing tragedy.
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Carmen Dill Sr
Doris Ann Fontaine
Ruth Fisher
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Hyon
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the Emeloid CO. Inc
American Can Company
Robert A. Johnston GO. Inc
Cooper Alloy Corp
Jiffy Mfg. CO. Inc
Bristol-Myers Products
Westinghouse Electric Corp
Saul Cantor Inc
D-M-E Corp
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Calvin Coolidge
Hillside Fire Dept
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