Emergency exits

• All emergency exits are completely and constantly free of any obstruction.
• All exit doors (emergency exits) are unlocked and easily accessible.
• All exit signs, lighting and emergency lighting of emergency exits are working properly. 

Smoke alarm and fire alarm system

• The fire alarm system is working properly.
• Only the green light is illuminated on the fire alarm system panel.
• All handles to manually activate the fire alarm system (red levers on the walls in the hallway) are easily visible and accessible. 
• The smoke alarm in my home is in place and working properly.

Portable extinguishers

• All portable fire extinguishers are in place on their stands.
• All portable fire extinguishers are visible and accessible.
• Manometers on all portable fire extinguishers show proper pressure. 

Fire risks

• Candles and other open flame devices are in non-combustible holders and at a distance from anything that could catch fire.  
• When cooking, don't wear billowing clothing that could come in contact with the stove eye. 
• When you cook, keep the lid of the pot or pan you are using nearby to put out small kitchen fires.