Smoke Alarm Knowledge

Welcome to your Smoke Alarm Knowledge Quiz

In a rental unit, who is responsible for maintaining the smoke alarms?

The tenant.

The landlord.

It depends on local law.

Trick question. Smoke alarms are not required in rentals.

Which areas in the home that should have a Smoke Alarm?

Bedrooms

Outside each sleeping area

Each floor of the home.

The basement

All of the above

True or False?

Having working smoke alarms eliminates the need for fire drills.

True

False

True or False?

Smoke alarms last a lifetime.

True

False

To prevent false alarms install Smoke Alarms at LEAST ____ feet from sources of heat and humidity like: Stoves, Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Showers/Baths, Cold Air Returns, and Fireplaces.

20ft

3ft

10ft

30ft

Which of the following can diminish your chances of being awakened by a smoke alarm?

Alcohol

Prescription or illegal drugs

Being under the age of 16

Being over the age of 65

All of the above

For best results, smoke alarms should be placed...

On the ceiling or as high up on a wall as possible.

At eye level, so you can see it.

Near to the floor.

Wherever, placement doesn't matter.

Not having working smoke alarms (or not having any at all) can be deadly.

What percentage of fire deaths occurred in homes with non-working or missing smoke alarms?

16%

41%

66%

81%

What percentage of US homes have Smoke Alarms?

52%

24%

77%

96%

How often should you test your smoke alarms?

Twice a year, with the time change.

Once a month.

Once a year.

Never.

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