Campus Safety TipsCollege students living away from home should take a few minutes to make sure they are living in a fire-safe environment. Educating students on what they can do to stay safe during the school year is important and often overlooked.
HoverBoard Safety Tips Hover board — part toy, part transportation. These self-balancing scooters have quickly become the latest fad. However, many hover boards have been linked to fires. NFPA urges you to be fire safe when using these devices.
Portable Heater Safety Tips When the weather turns cold, it can bring a chill into our homes. Portable space heaters have become a popular way to supplement central heating or heat one room. If you plan to use portable electric space heaters, make sure to follow these tips and recommendations.
Electrical Panel AccessibilityImmediate and unrestricted access to electrical equipment is essential for protecting employees in the workplace.
Blocked electrical panels may result in Department Fines during Riverside Fire Department inspections.
Extension Cord Safety Under no circumstances may a non-surge protected extension cord be used in lieu of permanent wiring; extension cords or surge protectors must never be connected to another extension cord or surge projector.
Improper use of extension cords or surge protectors may result in Department Fines during Riverside Fire Department inspections.
Laundry Room Maintenance Guidelines The area behind washing machines and dryers must be inspected and cleaned at the end of each semester to ensure the area is free from flammable materials.
Failing to keep these areas clean may result in Fines during Riverside Fire Department inspections.