Archives: fire safety

Monday, December 18, 2023

12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety

It's the most wonderful time of the year, but it's also a time when the risk of home fires increases. To keep your home and loved ones safe this holiday season, it's important to be aware of potential fire hazards and take steps to prevent them. Here are some tips for keeping your home... More

Friday, November 3, 2023

Fall Back This Weekend

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2 a.m. As you “fall back” by setting your clocks back by one hour this weekend, it is recommended to change the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and test each device. For more information on Fire Safety, visit the Emergency Management... More

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is Nov. 1 to 7. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless, and tasteless gas, that can cause significant harm if not detected quickly. Take steps to protect yourselves, your family, and your pets by learning more about CO through Carleton’s Fire Protection... More

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Fire Extinguisher Training

The Emergency Management and Continuity of Operations team (Office of Risk Management) is hosting Fire Extinguisher training in collaboration with Ottawa Fire Services on July 4. As part of the training, participants get safe hands-on experience and practice with fire extinguishers on controlled, live fire. Registration is now available through... More

Thursday, March 9, 2023

Spring Forward with Fire Safety

Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on Sunday, March 12 at 2 a.m. As you “spring forward” by setting your clocks ahead by one hour this weekend, it is recommended to change the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and test each device. For more information on Fire Safety, visit the Fire Protection... More

Monday, December 12, 2022

12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety

It's the most wonderful time of the year, but it's also a time when the risk of home fires increases. To keep your home and loved ones safe this holiday season, it's important to be aware of potential fire hazards and take steps to prevent them. Here are some tips for keeping your home... More

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Quote the Raven: Pro-Tips on Preparing for Fire Emergencies

Carleton University's Fire Prevention Week and Fall Emergency Preparedness Week are from October 9 to 15, 2022. To kick off the week, the Emergency Management & Continuity of Operations Team shared some pro-tips on preparing for fire emergencies on Quote the Raven. Check out the post here. For more on fire safety, visit our... More

Friday, October 7, 2022

Fire Prevention Week and Emergency Preparedness Week 2022

The Emergency Management and Continuity of Operations (EMCO) team is marking Fire Prevention Week and Fall Emergency Preparedness Week from October 9 to 15, 2022 with several events throughout the week. Our event line-up includes training sessions focused on emergency awareness, home fire safety, and hazard-specific emergency procedures, as well... More

Sunday, December 12, 2021

12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety

Ontario's Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) is kicking off 12 days of holiday fire safety to highlight the importance of fire safety as we spend time with family and friends over the holiday season. OFM is sharing the following tips with the community to ensure their safety over the holidays: Day 1: Water... More

Friday, October 8, 2021

The Sounds of Fire Safety

This year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety”. There are many sounds that a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm can make, including beeps and chirps. The sounds are telling you to act. Beeping or a loud alarm sound means smoke or fire – get out, alert emergency services,... More

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

CERT Program

Carleton University’s Emergency Management and Continuity of Operations Office oversees the Carleton Emergency Response Team (CERT) program. This program was formerly known as the Fire Warden program, but now is being expanded to encompass all types of emergencies. Each building has a CERT team and volunteers to help in the event of an... More

Sunday, October 3, 2021

Fire Prevention Week 2021

Fire Prevention Week is October 3 to 9, 2021. Fire prevention and fire safety is a top priority at Carleton University. Did you know that Carleton University has a Fire Protection Coordinator which provides specialized and technical support and advice in fire prevention and fire safety strategies? To find out more about fire safety,... More

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