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P: (905) 640-9595
Fax: (905) 640-9517
Email: wsfes@townofws.ca

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FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY

It is important to know how to use a fire extinguisher prior to attempting to extinguish a fire. Remember that extinguishing a fire is a VOLUNTARY act. 


We partnered with Surge Learning to create a video to educate residents and community members on how to properly use a fire extinguisher. To watch the video click here. 

COOKING SAFETY

Did you know that the leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking? Want to know what you can do to ensure that you are making the right decisions when cooking? You can review the Cooking Safety Information Sheet for more information and watch the fire safety videos below.

 

What to do if a pot catches fire: Video

What to do if you have a fire in your oven: Video

 BOOK A FIRE STATION TOUR

 

Would you like to come and tour the fire station with your group or organization?

Booking a tour at the fire station is easy. All you have to do is complete the Station Tour Request Form.

Along with a tour of the fire trucks the staff provide fire safety activities such as

  • Firefighter dress-up
  • Fire safety DVD presentation
  • Hose target game (weather permitting)
  • Handouts such as colouring books, stickers, crayons, pencils

 

If you do not have a group but would like to see the fire station yourself or with family/friends, you can drop by the fire station between 9am-4pm and a tour of the fire trucks can be arranged for you.

 BOOK A FIRE TRUCK REQUEST
 

Looking for a fire truck to come to your location? All you have to do is complete the Fire Truck Request Form.

Fire truck requests may include (depending on age and request)

  • A tour of the fire truck
  • Explanation of different tools on the truck
  • Presentation on various fire safety topics
 SMOKE ALARM INFORMATION
 

It's the law to have working smoke alarms on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas. Not sure if you are in compliance? Contact the Fire Prevention Division at (905) 640-9595 to arrange a home inspection!

You can also review the Smoke Alarm Information Sheet for more information.

 

Maintenance:

Smoke alarms expire every 7-10 years. Refer to the "Replace By" date on the side of your smoke alarm or the manufacturers date on the back to indicate the expiry date of your alarms.

Smoke alarms should be tested to ensure they will work when you need them. Replace batteries at least once a year, or whenever the low battery warning sounds. 

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for installing, testing, and maintaining smoke alarms.

 CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) ALARM INFORMATION
 

Carbon monoxide is what many call the silent killer. You can't see it, smell it, or taste it which is part of what makes it so dangerous. The only way to protect you and your family is by installing carbon monoxide alarms.

Carbon monoxide alarm should be tested monthly and batteries replaced at least once a year, or whenever the low battery warning sounds. 

For information on CO sources, CO alarm installation and other requirements, review the Carbon Monoxide Home Safety Information Sheet.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for installing, testing, and maintaining carbon monoxide alarms.

 

 HOME ESCAPE PLANNING INFORMATION
 

It is very important to sit down with your family and make a step-by-step home escape plan.

  • Draw a floor plan of your home, marking two ways out of every room - especially sleeping areas.
  • Discuss the escape routes with every member of your household.
  • Agree on a meeting place outside your home where every member of the household will gather to wait for the fire department.
  • Practice your escape plan at least twice a year. Make your fire drill realistic.
  • Pretend that some exits are blocked by fire and practice alternative escape routes.
  • Pretend that the lights are out and that some escape routes are filling with smoke.
  • Make sure everyone in the household can unlock all doors and windows quickly, even in the dark.
 HOME FIRE SPRINKLER INFORMATION
 

Home fire sprinklers provide an effective, reliable and affordable protection for you and your family.

With the change in more modern building materials, homes are burning faster and hotter than they ever have before.

Sprinkler systems offer the opportunity to control and in some cases even extinguish the fire prior to fire department arrival.

Visit Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition for more information.

 

WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE ONLINE RESIDENT SURVEY - TAKE THE PLEDGE
We have launched an online survey for residents to take the pledge to ensure that Stouffville is fire safe! We have partnered with Firehouse Subs in Stouffville who have provided giveaways for chosen families that complete the survey! You don’t want to miss out on this exciting opportunity! To enter we encourage families to tag us on social media @WSFES for the chance to win…it’s that easy! The survey is very quick and can be completed with all members of the family! The survey can be accessed at: https://townofws.formbuilder.ca/Fire-and-Emergency-Services/Online-Resident-Home-Fire-Safety-Questionnaire

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111 Sandiford Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
L4A 0Z8

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