Fire Prevention Month: Safety Starts at Home

Simple steps to help protect your home, your family, and the places we share.

October is Fire Prevention Month, and a good reminder that fire safety starts with the everyday things we do at home.

At Delta Western, safety is at the core of our daily operations. That same idea can make a meaningful difference at home, from checking smoke alarms to taking a closer look at your fuel tank.

Start Inside

A few simple habits can help make your home safer.

Test smoke alarms regularly and make sure they are installed on every level of your home, inside bedrooms, and outside sleeping areas. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from fireplaces, furnaces, and space heaters.

It is also worth having a household escape plan and making sure everyone knows how to get out safely if an alarm sounds.

Don’t Forget the Tank

Your fuel tank deserves a spot on the fire-prevention checklist, too.

Keep the area around it clear of vegetation, debris, and other combustible materials, then take a look at the tank itself. Rust, damp spots, leaks, or damage to lines and fittings can signal that something needs attention.

If your tank is showing its age or anything looks off, have it inspected rather than waiting for a small issue to become a bigger one. 

For more signs to watch for, check out our guide to knowing when it may be time to replace your fuel tank.

Safety, This Month and Every Month

At Delta Western, we care about the safety of our customers and the communities we call home, during Fire Prevention Month and every month of the year.

If you have questions about your fuel tank, notice something that doesn’t look right, or need help figuring out your next step, give your local Delta Western office a call. We’re always here to help.