Safety Tips. Never Leave a Space Heater Unattended !!!

By JC Leahy

Here's collection of links for reading. Bottom Line: Never leave a space heater unattended.

News Report: Unattended Space Heater Probably Caused Fire, Minneapolis

 

Springfield Fire Department: Unattended space heater with inadequate extension cord cause of Indian Orchard blaze

 

Never Leave Space Heaters Unattended – Government of Yukon

 

Space Heater Safety Tips: Never Leave Unattended

 

Space Heater Info and Safety Tips – NYSEG (New York State Electric and Gas)

 

JC Leahy

NSEG Space Heater Safety Tips

• Choose models that have automatic safety switches that turn off the heater if it is tipped over accidentally. 
• Do not overload circuits. 
• Never leave the heater unattended and never leave the house or go to bed without turning off the heater.  Always turn off and unplug the heater when it's not being used. 
• Keep the cord and heater away from high traffic areas. 
• Never use electric space heaters with an extension cord. 
• Read and follow all manufacturer's instructions.