HARVARD FIRE DEPARTMENT
ALTERNATIVE HEATER SAFETY
Alternative Heater Safety Tips:
- Allow your heater to cool before refueling and only refuel outdoors.
- Keep the fire in the fireplace by making sure you have a screen large enough to catch flying sparks and rolling logs.
- Clean your chimney regularly - chimney tar build up can ignite your chimney, roof and the whole house.
- Space heaters need space. Keep combustibles at least 3 feet away from each heater.
- When buying a space heater, look for a control feature that automatically shuts off the power if the heater falls over.
Source: United States Fire Administration