With the onset of cold weather, the load on heating appliances increases. Stove heating has always caused and continues to cause significant problems for the population, especially in rural areas, where almost every house has a stove – an object of increased fire hazard.
With the onset of cold weather, the load on heating appliances increases. Stove heating has always caused and continues to cause significant problems for the population, especially in rural areas, where almost every house has a stove – an object of increased fire hazard.
Rules for using stove heating – to prevent overheating of the stove, it is recommended to heat it two to three times a day for no more than one and a half hours. Stove heating must be stopped 3 hours before going to bed. Ash, slag, and coal should be removed to specially designated areas. Such collection points are not permitted to be located closer than 15 meters from combustible structures.
With the advent of sub-zero temperatures, the number of electrical heating appliances connected to the mains increases, and consequently, the load on the electrical wiring. It is no secret that the electrical wiring in many residential buildings, especially those of old construction, is far from ideal condition, which can lead to a fire. Do not overload the network by simultaneously switching on several electrical appliances. Due to overload, insulation loses its elasticity and quickly deteriorates, leading to short circuits and, subsequently, to fires. Under no circumstances is it permissible to use non-factory (homemade) protective devices, so-called "jumpers," instead of automatic fuses in electricity meters.
Due to the decrease in air temperature, many citizens try to create comfort in their homes using electric heaters. However, not everyone considers that any electrical heating equipment is a potentially dangerous source of ignition and fire. Annually, faulty, homemade, and unattended electric heaters become the cause of fires that destroy years of accumulated property in minutes, and sometimes people die in such fires. To avoid disaster, always follow the rules – do not leave the heater unattended, place it away from furniture and curtains. Periodically clean the appliance of dust, do not dry clothes on it. Do not use homemade devices and do not repair faulty ones yourself – entrust the work to specialists. Ensure that