Here's the honest reason we're doing this.Volunteer fire companies around here are running thinner than they used to. The calls haven't slowed down — the roster has. That's true at our station and it's true at every station around us.So rather than just ask people to join, we figured we'd show you what it's actually like first.Firefighter for a Day is Saturday, October 17. You'll wear the gear, breathe off an SCBA, take a door, and run a hose line — the same things we train on. No commitment and no pitch at the end. If you walk away thinking "not for me," that's a completely fine outcome. If you walk away still thinking about it, come find us.A lot of our members started exactly this way. Curious, no experience, showed up once.Franklin Park VFC · Ingomar VFC · Ohio Township VFC · Big Sewickley Creek VFC · Highland Fire Company📍 2360 Rochester Rd, Sewickley, PA📅 Saturday, October 17 — check-in 8:00 AM👤 Ages 14–17 welcome with a parent or guardianGear provided. Spots are limited.firefighterforaday.com/#VolunteerFirefighter #FirefighterForADay #FranklinParkVFC #SewickleyPA
BIG BATTERY = BIGGER RESPONSIBILITYDON’T:❌ Charge while sleeping❌ Block an exit❌ Use an incompatible charger❌ Use damaged/modified batteriesDO:✅ Follow manufacturer instructions✅ Use the correct charger✅ Charge in a safe location✅ Unplug when charging is completeWhich one is in your house?🛴 E-scooter🚲 E-bike🔧 Power tools🔋 Power banks📱 Phones/tablets🎮 Gaming devicesAll of the above 😂
⚠️ YOUR BATTERY MAY BE TRYING TO TELL YOU SOMETHING.If a rechargeable device:🔥 Gets unusually hot🎈 Starts swelling👃 Smells strange💥 Makes popping or hissing sounds💨 Starts smokingSTOP USING IT.Don’t ignore the warning signs.And if you see smoke or fire, get out and call 911.Knowing what to look for could help you recognize a problem before it becomes a fire.SHARE this post. You probably have someone in your life who needs to see it.#FirePreventionWeek #BatterySafety #ChargeIntoFireSafety
HOW MANY FIRE HAZARDS CAN YOU FIND?We’re putting your fire safety skills to the test!Take a look at this picture and tell us how many things you would change.👇 Drop your number in the comments.Then SHARE this with someone who loves a good “spot the difference” challenge. 😂We’ll reveal the answers later today!Fire prevention starts with noticing the little things before they become big problems.#FirePreventionWeek #FireSafety #SpotTheHazard
BEFORE YOU PLUG IT IN… CHECK ITAsk yourself these questions: ☑️ Is this the correct charger?☑️ Am I charging on a hard surface?☑️ Is the device in a safe location?NFPA recommends using the cord/charger supplied with the device or one approved by the manufacturer and charging on a hard, flat surface rather than beds, couches or pillows.Show us your charging station! Tag us or comment below!