Cash/Financial Security Do not keep large amounts of cash in your home. Use banks, building societies, credit unions, post offices etc. Keep all credit/debit cards in a secure location as well as financial statements, records etc. Out-of-date cards should be destroyed. When out and about, avoid carrying large sums of money. Safety & Security at home: Smoke Alarms Smoke alarms are very important for early warning – smoke will not wake you up in fact it will make you sleep more deeply. Smoke alarms buy you time to allow you and your family to get safely out of the house. At least two smoke alarms should suit a standard two-storey dwelling. These should be located on the landing of each floor. Alarms must be positioned at the highest point and as close to the centre of the ceiling as possible. They should be tested weekly by pressing the test button. Carbon Monoxide Detectors (CO) A carbon monoxide detector or CO detector is a device that detects the presence of the carbon monoxide (CO) gas in order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. CO is a poisonous colourless, tasteless and odourless gas given off by any appliance which burns a fossil fuel such as gas, coal or oil. It can enter your home if your appliance is faulty, or the room is not properly ventilated, or if the chimney or flue is blocked. They are readily available in any hardware store.
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Directory of Activities & Services for older people in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County
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