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For
our first outing for 2014, Nancy organised a dual visit to Queensland
Fire Service and Queensland Ambulance Service. Our group of 24 members
was split in two and the camera went with Nancy's group |
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Our
two Seniors Fire Fighting Officers Steve and Nat enlightened the group
about Household Fire Safety and the importance of photoelectric
smoke alarms. The alarms must be placed near or in bedrooms and
in the living area of the house, but not in the kitchen. Your smoke alarms should be tested once a month, using the Test button and cleaned with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Change the 9v battery every year on your birthday or an anniversary and your alarm should be replaced every 10 years or according to the manufacturers instructions. |
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All
households should have a fire escape plan. Try to plan two ways of escaping
from any room. Always ensure that all doorways are clear at night before
going to bed, Don't leave shoes at the bottom of the stairs, don't deadlock
your door |
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We would like to thank the Officers of both QFS and QAS who assisted us on our tour of the two centers. Members of our U3A now have a better grasp on the workings and understand their necessity to try to stay calm in an emergency especially when dialling 000. |
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