SMOKE DETECTORS & CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES!

Please test your CO and smoke detectors regularly to make sure that they are working properly.  

This is for the protection of you and your family.  

If your detector goes off, please leave your home immediately and CALL 911.  

Your apartment is equipped with a smoke detector(s) for your safety.  If it is the battery type, the battery was checked when you moved in.   You will hear warning beeps up to thirty (30) days before the battery needs to be replaced.  Should this occur, please install a replacement battery.  The smoke detector SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED under any circumstances.  We suggest that you test your smoke detector(s) periodically by simply pushing the test button on the face of the detector.  Call our office should you have any questions concerning your smoke detector(s).

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Carbon Monoxide Information

Must a carbon monoxide detector be installed in my apartment?

If your apartment contains a furnace or space heater that burns a fossil fuel, a carbon monoxide detector must be installed. If the building is heated by a central heating plant, detectors are not required in the apartment.  

See City of Chicago for more information:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/bldgs/supp_info/carbon_monoxide_information.html

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YOUR SECURITY and SAFETY

CALL 911!!

IF YOU OR SOMEONE NEEDS HELP RIGHT AWAY BECAUSE OF AN INJURY OR IMMEDIATE DANGER!

You and your property are of great concern to management. Security doors and locks have been provided to ensure that "uninvited " guest cannot gain access; however, many times a professional thief can still gain access.  The best security is the concern of each resident for himself and his neighbors.  Remember, your security begins with your actions. Here are some tips to help you and your family remain safe:  

• You must make sure that the doors to your apartment and the building common areas are locked at all times.  
• If you see suspicious activity or persons, call the police.  
• Do not allow people unknown to you to enter the building with you.
• Beware of unexpected deliveries.  Sometimes professional thieves use these kinds of tricks to gain entry into the building.

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IN CASE OF FIRE, CALL 911 !!!

Here are some tips to help prevent fires:

• Clean grease and spilled food daily from cooking range and oven.
• Store cooking grease containers away from range.
• Keep curtains, towels, potholders, and other flammable items away from cooking range top.
• DO NOT smoke in bed.
• Have plenty of ashtrays for smokers to use.
• Always keep household equipment clean and in good repair.
• Avoid overloading electric wiring circuits.
• Dispose of newspapers and magazines regularly.
• Store all matches in tightly closed metal containers.
• Use a heat-resistant pad under toasters, grills, and other appliances.

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BBQ Grills

BBQ grills within 10 feet of the building present a severe fire hazard.  Grills close to the building also present a carbon monoxide hazard and should not be used within 10 feet of the building.  If you need assistance in determining a safe place to grill, please contact the office.  NOTE:  BBQ Grills should never be used on the back porches or landings!

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