True or False
1. TRUE Smoke alarms, like all equipment, have a defined lifespan: generally 7 - 10 years and require annual preventative care.
2. False Both types are tested and listed as life safety devices.
3. True Smoke alarms must be installed between every sleeping area and exit.
4. False One side effect of fires is the generation of carbon monoxide which will deepen your sleep and affect the ability of your senses to function properly.
5. False Studies have shown that you generally have less than 2 minutes to escape from your home in the event of a fire. This is why it is so important to practice home fire drills.
6. True Interconnected alarms allow warning signals on different levels to sound simultaneously. (Refer to #5) They are usually connected together with electrical wire, but there are wireless versions available to save running wires through finished spaces.
7. False Your smoke alarms should be tested monthly and maintained properly. Replace batteries every 6 months regardless of their claimed lifespan. Vacuum the grillwork of the alarm to remove dust, dirt, bugs and debris that may prevent the alarm from working properly.
8. True The only space of your home not requiring monitoring is the garage.
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