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Community and
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After a long winter it appears that spring has arrived and summer is just around the corner. With the weather getting nicer, many people began to migrate to the great outdoors and begin their summertime activities. For us in the Fire Service it usually means we will start seeing more emergency calls related to outdoor tool use such as lawn mower, chain saw, hedge trimmers and other power tool injuries. Other injuries or emergencies associated with this time of year are sports injuries, water related injuries and drowning. Fires and burns caused from barbecues, fireworks and recreational fires also increase. Many of these emergencies can be prevented by following good safety practices such as wearing proper protective clothing and equipment while using power tools and ensuring gasoline or other flammable liquids are being kept in approved containers and properly stored when not in use. When using barbecue grills, chimineas and portable manufactured outdoor fire pits, they should always be located at least 15 feet from any structure or any other type of combustible material. Used charcoal should always be placed in a non-combustible container and wet down to ensure no hot embers remain before disposing them into combustible trash receptacles. Limit injuries by using proper warm up techniques prior to engaging in sporting events and wearing appropriate protective equipment. Bicycle safety always requires the use of a proper fitting helmet and following the rules of the road. Life jackets should always be used during boating activities and for unskilled swimmers. Young children should never be left unattended while swimming and pool areas should be secured to prevent children from entering the area unsupervised. When using ladders to access roof mounted cooling equipment, trimming trees or cleaning out gutters make sure they are secured and properly placed to avoid slipping or falling. Avoid using power tools from a ladder and over reaching that may cause loss of balance. Ensure electrical power is shut off to the appliance before servicing and cleaning cooling equipment. These are just a few of the many activities associated with warmer temperatures that we will be enjoying. With a little thought and preparation, we can all experience a safer and less stressful spring and summer. Take a few extra minutes to think about safety when you are engaging in some of these seasonal activities to make this time of year more enjoyable and productive. What better time is there to enroll in a first aid or CPR class to be able to help family and friends should the need arise. Click on some of the links for more safety tips and have a great, safe season!
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Residential
* Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors
Seasonal
Safety Tips
Swimming Pools
Lawn Mowing
Chain Saw Safety
Fire Grill Safety
Bicycle Safety
Community
 OPEN
FIRES: must be contained in a commercial or manufactured fire
enclosure such as a fire bowl or chiminea. They must have
spark arrestor screens in place at all times and the fire must be
supervised at all times with extinguishing materials (hose with water,
extinguisher) nearby. Open fires must be a minimum of 15 feet away
from any structure (including overhangs). These fires are
"campfire" style and are not to be confused with large fires such as
bonfires, etc. which are not permitted. |
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BBQ/COOKING GRILLS: Propane and charcoal cooking grills are not
permitted on the balconies/decks of any multi-residential building,
i.e., apartment buildings, dormitories, hotels/motels, condominiums.
Grills used at single family residences should be kept 10 feet away from
structures. United
States Fire Administration (USFA)
Report on
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While most homes have smoke detectors, comparatively few have CO detectors. Prices for these devices have fallen over the years so please consider purchasing at least one for your home.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a
colorless, odorless gas that can be emitted from appliances such as
furnaces, stoves, and hot New laws are now in place to further protect homeowners and renters. Click here for further information. |
 FIREWORKS:
Any firework that leaves the ground or explodes is illegal in Colorado.
While there are these types of fireworks sold in parts of unincorporated
Adams County, it is illegal to purchase these as Colorado residents.
In addition, even if purchased by out of state residents, they cannot be
used within these unincorporated areas.
Every year in Colorado, fireworks cause home fires and wildfires, as well as send residents to area emergency rooms with burns and other traumatic injuries from explosions. Please err on the side of safety and the law and enjoy a public fireworks display in your local city! |
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SEAT INSPECTIONS: Certified car seat technicians are available to
make sure your car seat is properly installed and fitted to your child.
Please note that only certified techs can conduct this inspection so
please call in advance to set up an appointment, 303-429-3597, ext. 17.
You will be directed to a station that has available technicians to
assist you. |
 DEPARTMENT
RIDE A LONG PROGRAM: The District allows residents of the District
to spend a day riding along on a fire engine. Typically, these are
students/adults who are interested in the fire service as a career.* Participants must be at least 16 years old and have parental consent if under 18. * Participants must be professional dressed and conducted at all times. A white collared shirt and dark pants (not jeans) are required. Improper conduct/behavior will result in immediate termination of the ride along. Smoking is not allowed on station grounds or in any apparatus. * Department safety policies must be adhered to at all times. * A Ride Along Form must be filled out and submitted. The Chief must approve all applicants. * See form for further information, rules, and inherent risks. |
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water heaters, as well as engines (cars, lawn mowers) and burning
wood/charcoal. The gas blocks your ability to use oxygen by
binding to the oxygen-carrying molecule in your blood, hemoglobin.
Early symptoms are mistaken for the flu, including fatigue, nausea,
vomiting, dizziness, and headaches. Worsening symptoms include
unconsciousness and ultimately, death. Be aware of multiple people
in a home having similar symptoms and get out of the house immediately
if your CO detector goes into alarm mode or if you suspect you may have
a CO leak.