Smoke Detector Information
Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they are installed and working. The majority of fatality fires occur in homes without working smoke alarms.
Install:
The City of St. Marys Fire Department recommends that you install at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home. Smoke alarms are designed to wake you up if a fire starts while you are sleeping. Be sure your smoke alarms are near bedrooms and other sleeping areas in your home. Free smoke alarms are available for qualified home owners.
Test:
When was the last time you heard your smoke alarm? Battery-operated alarms should be tested once a month to make certain they are working.
Change:
Replace the batteries in your smoke alarm twice a year. The City of St. Marys Fire Department recommends you do this when you change your clocks.
Replace:
Replace your smoke alarm every ten (10) years. If you don't know how old your smoke alarm is, or if it is ten (10) years or older, replace it as soon as possible.
ST. MARYS SMOKE DETECTOR PROGRAM
The City of St. Marys Fire Department is able to offer FREE smoke detectors to the Citizens of St. Marys through the support of local area businesses and the IAFF Local 3633.
For More Information contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program
The primary purpose of the St. Marys Fire Department Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program is to reduce the incidence of fire play and fire setting through early identification, evaluation, education and treatment. Juvenile fire play is extremely dangerous and should not be dismissed as a phase or simple curiousity. Statistics show that nearly 50 percent or more of all fires are started by children who play with matches, lighters, and other ignition sources. Juvenile firesetting causes an estimated $900 million dollars in property damages annually. Sadly, the majority of the victims of child-set fires are the children themselves. The best way to understand a child's firesetting behavior is to look at its context and motivation. While curiosity about fire is common, some children light fires for other reasons. Very often, the behavior is a symptom of larger school, family or emotional problems. If you have a child who might be at risk, please contact our office immediately. All information is confidential.
For more information contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
FIRE SAFETY HOUSE
The City of St. Marys Fire Department "Fire Safety House" was purchased by donations in 1998. Since then thousands of children have been taught how to safely escape a house fire with the use of simulated smoke. The Fire Safety House is a major part of the Fire Prevention Program, which visits local 4th grade classes and other organizations.
For more information on how to schedule the Fire Safety House
for your students or organization, please contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
SPARKY MASCOT
Sparky was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3633 in 2004 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. He has been used to teach fire safety at local events and schools.
To schedule SPARKY for your group, contact:
(sorry no birthday parties)
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
PATCHES & PUMPER ROBOT
Patches is an interactive robot that works as a great tool in teaching fire safety. Patches was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3633 in August of 2009 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. He has been used to teach fire safety at local events and schools.
To schedule PATCHES for your group, contact:
(sorry no birthday parties)
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Fire Extinguisher Training Simulator
This tool allows the safe training for students of all age groups to learn about fire extinguishers and their proper use. The students are presented with classroom and practical training on fire extinguishers in a controlled environment with minimal chance of injury. The propane supplied fire extinguisher trainer was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters Local 3633 in 2005 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. This tool has helped teach high school students as well as various industries and organizations the proper procedure for using a fire extinguisher.
To schedule a fire extinguisher training, contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Sparky's Hazard House
This house provides a working model of a home that shows possible fire safety issues. Participants are encouraged to identify and repair the injury & fire related hazards through interactive dialogue. The Sparky's Hazard House was purchased by the St. Marys Professional firefighters Local 3633 in 2004 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
To schedule the Sparky's Hazard House, contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they are installed and working. The majority of fatality fires occur in homes without working smoke alarms.
Install:
The City of St. Marys Fire Department recommends that you install at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home. Smoke alarms are designed to wake you up if a fire starts while you are sleeping. Be sure your smoke alarms are near bedrooms and other sleeping areas in your home. Free smoke alarms are available for qualified home owners.
Test:
When was the last time you heard your smoke alarm? Battery-operated alarms should be tested once a month to make certain they are working.
Change:
Replace the batteries in your smoke alarm twice a year. The City of St. Marys Fire Department recommends you do this when you change your clocks.
Replace:
Replace your smoke alarm every ten (10) years. If you don't know how old your smoke alarm is, or if it is ten (10) years or older, replace it as soon as possible.
ST. MARYS SMOKE DETECTOR PROGRAM
The City of St. Marys Fire Department is able to offer FREE smoke detectors to the Citizens of St. Marys through the support of local area businesses and the IAFF Local 3633.
For More Information contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program
The primary purpose of the St. Marys Fire Department Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program is to reduce the incidence of fire play and fire setting through early identification, evaluation, education and treatment. Juvenile fire play is extremely dangerous and should not be dismissed as a phase or simple curiousity. Statistics show that nearly 50 percent or more of all fires are started by children who play with matches, lighters, and other ignition sources. Juvenile firesetting causes an estimated $900 million dollars in property damages annually. Sadly, the majority of the victims of child-set fires are the children themselves. The best way to understand a child's firesetting behavior is to look at its context and motivation. While curiosity about fire is common, some children light fires for other reasons. Very often, the behavior is a symptom of larger school, family or emotional problems. If you have a child who might be at risk, please contact our office immediately. All information is confidential.
For more information contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
FIRE SAFETY HOUSE
The City of St. Marys Fire Department "Fire Safety House" was purchased by donations in 1998. Since then thousands of children have been taught how to safely escape a house fire with the use of simulated smoke. The Fire Safety House is a major part of the Fire Prevention Program, which visits local 4th grade classes and other organizations.
For more information on how to schedule the Fire Safety House
for your students or organization, please contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
SPARKY MASCOT
Sparky was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3633 in 2004 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. He has been used to teach fire safety at local events and schools.
To schedule SPARKY for your group, contact:
(sorry no birthday parties)
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
PATCHES & PUMPER ROBOT
Patches is an interactive robot that works as a great tool in teaching fire safety. Patches was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3633 in August of 2009 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. He has been used to teach fire safety at local events and schools.
To schedule PATCHES for your group, contact:
(sorry no birthday parties)
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Fire Extinguisher Training Simulator
This tool allows the safe training for students of all age groups to learn about fire extinguishers and their proper use. The students are presented with classroom and practical training on fire extinguishers in a controlled environment with minimal chance of injury. The propane supplied fire extinguisher trainer was purchased by the St. Marys Professional Firefighters Local 3633 in 2005 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant. This tool has helped teach high school students as well as various industries and organizations the proper procedure for using a fire extinguisher.
To schedule a fire extinguisher training, contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
Sparky's Hazard House
This house provides a working model of a home that shows possible fire safety issues. Participants are encouraged to identify and repair the injury & fire related hazards through interactive dialogue. The Sparky's Hazard House was purchased by the St. Marys Professional firefighters Local 3633 in 2004 thanks to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
To schedule the Sparky's Hazard House, contact:
St. Marys Fire Dept.
(419) 394-2361
smfd@cityofstmarys.net
