Griffin, SafeKids Offer Child Passenger Safety Training

DERBY- Griffin Health and SafeKids Greater Naugatuck Valley are offering free training on how to make sure children are safe when travelling in cars.

Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley Coalition Coordinator Cathi Kellett, MA CPST-I, SN-I, will host “Child Passenger Safety 101” on Wed., Nov. 6 at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St. There will be a session from 6-7 p.m. on general child passenger safety and a session focused on passengers with special needs from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Both sessions will provide information about the importance of child safety seats and crash dynamics, infant seats and rear-facing convertibles, forward-facing seats, including combination seats, booster seats and seat belts, and aftermarket products and objects in the car.

To register, email Cathi at ckellett@griffinhealth.org by Nov. 1.

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Health & Safety Fair

House Passes Sports Helmets Safety Bill Introduced by Klarides Sisters

 

HARTFORD - Yesterday, the House unanimously passed legislation, introduced by House Republican Leader Themis Klarides and State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria, which will provide consumers with better information regarding the safety of sports helmets.

 

The Klarides sisters brought this legislation forward after, Jason Klein of Force3 Pro Gear, a local Derby business, expressed his frustration that his company and others were unable to share their helmet safety test results with the public.

 

According to Klein, sports safety helmets are tested by the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment. The NOCSAE helmet standard uses a pass/fail threshold to determine whether or not a helmet meets the standard performance criteria. The NOCSAE pass/fail threshold is 1200 Severity Index units or SI. A helmet must test below 1200 SI in all 16 designated and random impact locations, including impacts at a helmet in ambient, high and low temperatures.

 

Klein said in testimony, "There’s been no place for an athlete or parent seeking helmet safety information to turn and no way for them to compare results with other helmets currently on the market."

 

Rep. Klarides and Klarides-Ditria said in a joint statement, "Helmet manufacturers should be able to tell the public that their protective equipment is tested and safe. We want to thank Jason for bringing this forward. This legislation will keep athletes of all ages safe."

 

The bill now heads to the Senate.

 

(This is a press release from Spencer Rubin/CT House Republicans)

Griffin to Host Safe Kids Day

DERBY- Griffin, Safe Kids to Host Safe Kids Day Monday, April 30

 

WHAT: In recognition of National Safe Kids Day, Griffin Hospital in Derby and Safe Kids

Greater Naugatuck Valley will host an interactive safety fair Mon., April 30 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby. Safe Kids Day is a day to celebrate kids and take action

to keep kids safe. Many people are surprised to learn that injuries from car crashes, fires,

drownings, poisonings, and falls are the top health threats to children in the United States.

Throughout the world, an estimated 1 million children die of injuries each year, and nearly all of

these tragedies are preventable. Visitors to the Safe Kids Day safety fair will learn about the

many free Safe Kids programs offered in their community to help keep children safe.

 

WHEN: MONDAY, APRIL 30 from 10 a.m.

 

WHERE: Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, CT 06418

 

WHO: Representatives from Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley and Griffin Hospital, and

children and parents from the area

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Shelton School District/Police to Host Safety Forum

SHELTON -The school district will hold a Community Forum on School Safety at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St.

Leaders from the school district and police department will discuss current practices and hear concerns from families. 

School Superintendent Updates SHS Incident; Says No Threat to Safety

Sharing information Seymour Public Schools Facebook Page and Superintendent of Schools Michael Wilson:

Good Afternoon Seymour Public Schools,

In a joint effort with Seymour’s administrative team, we would like to provide an update on the recent issue of which we notified you last evening:

Late Wednesday an incident occurred at the end of the school day in Seymour High School involving student discipline, resulting in a thorough investigation conducted by school administration and the school resource officer. During this investigation it was determined that a threat did not exist. That evening, after the investigation, social media exploded with allegations which were not uncovered during the original investigation.

Today, the investigation resumed to determine if the new information which was presented on social media was true. During today’s investigation, the allegations which were stated on social media last evening were determined to be false. The false allegations were tracked back to the source of misinformation, the social media allegations from last evening were unfounded. 

The students in Seymour High School were never at risk. This is an example of the negative impact the social media rumor mill can have on society. In this case, the communication and evolution of fake news negatively impacted the educational process in our school.

As we stated yesterday, we are committed to ensuring the safety of all Seymour Students.

Thank you,
Michael Wilson

Griffin to Host Safe Kids Day Event

 

 

 

DERBY - Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, and Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley invite the community to come to the hospital Mon., April 10 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for National Safe Kids Day.

 

“Safe Kids Day is a day to celebrate kids and take action to keep kids safe,” said Cathi Kellett, Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley Coalition Coordinator.

 

Many people are surprised to learn that injuries from car crashes, fires, drownings, poisonings, and falls are the top health threats to children in the United States, Kellett said. Throughout the world, an estimated 1 million children die of injuries each year, and nearly all of these tragedies are preventable.

 

Visitors to the Safe Kids Day table will learn about the many free Safe Kids programs offered in their community to help keep children safe.

 

For more information, contact Kellett at 203 732-1337 or ckellett@griffinhealth.org.

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Seymour Wildcat Swim Club Offers Classes

Griffin Hospital to Host AARP Driver Safety Program

 

 

DERBY - Griffin Hospital will host an AARP Driver Safety Program from 8:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 4 at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

 

The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation's first and largest refresher course for drivers. While the course is geared toward drivers age 50 and older, the course is open to everyone.

 

The training is designed to help you learn current rules of the road, how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment, and make some adjustments to common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time.

 

The course also covers such topics as how to maintain proper following distance at all times; the safest way to change lanes and make turns at intersections; the effects of medications on driving; how to minimize the effect of dangerous blind spots; the importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking, and cell-phone use; proper use of safety belts, air bags, and anti-lock brakes and ways to monitor your own and others' driving skills and capabilities.

 

Participants will gain a greater appreciation of driving challenges and how they can avoid potential collisions and injuries to themselves and others. As an added bonus, participants can check with their auto insurance company about discounts for completing the course.

 

The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Make checks payable to “AARP.”

 

To register, call Esther at 203-732-1523.

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

Griffin Hospital to offer Babysitter Safety Course

DERBY -Griffin Hospital’s Community Outreach and Parish Nurse is offering a course to help babysitters be more prepared on Wednesday, June 22 from 4-8 p.m. at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

 

The Safe Sitter Program teaches the basics of being a skilled babysitter, including first aid, CPR, childhood behaviors, babysitting as a business, and what to do in emergencies.

 

Participants must be at least 12 years old. The cost is $30 per person.

 

The registration deadline is June 15. To sign up or for more information, contact Cathi Kellet at 203-732-1337 or ckellett@griffinhealth.org

 

(This is a press release from Griffin Hospital)

DOT reminds drivers of motorcycle safety, awareness

NEWINGTON - The Connecticut Department of Transportation is reminding motorists and motorcyclists during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, to observe “None For The Road” to help prevent motorcycle crashes, deaths and injuries on Connecticut roads.

The campaign, “None For The Road” aims to encourage overall motorcycle safety, but also bring attention to the fact that drinking and riding is a dangerous combination.  Forty (40) percent of all motorcycle fatalities involve alcohol.

“Motorcyclists will be out in force as the weather gets warmer, which is why May is the perfect time for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month,” said Commissioner James Redeker. 
“Fatal crashes with motorcycles are on the rise, and helmet usage is on the decline. We all need to be more aware of motorcyclists in order to save lives.”

Statistics show an alarming trend: in 2012, 4,957 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes, a continued increase from 2011. Those deaths account for 15 percent of the total highway fatalities that year. Injured motorcyclists also increased from 81,000 in 2011 to 93,000 in 2012. 

Helmet usage is also on the decline, dropping from 66 percent of motorcyclists wearing helmets in 2011 to only 60 percent in 2012. 
The decrease was most significant among motorcycle passengers, decreasing from 64 percent in 2011 to 46 percent in 2012. 
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 1,617 lives were saved in 2011 because of proper helmet usage, but another 701 lives could have been saved if helmets had been worn.

Wearing a helmet is an important way for a motorcyclist to stay safe, but we all play a part.
“It’s up to all motorists and motorcyclists to make our roads safer,” Redeker added. “All road users need to share the responsibility of keeping the roadways safe. By following road signs, obeying speed limits, and always staying focused on the road, deaths and injuries could be prevented.”

Tips for drivers on how to prevent a fatal crash with a motorcycle include:

• Though a motorcycle is a small vehicle, its operator still has all the rights of the road as any other motorist. Allow the motorcycle the full width of a lane at all times.
• Always signal when changing lanes or merging with traffic.
• If you see a motorcycle with a signal on, be careful: motorcycle signals are often non-canceling and could have been forgotten. Always ensure that the motorcycle is turning before proceeding.
• Check all mirrors and blind spots for motorcycles before changing lanes or merging with traffic, especially at intersections.
• Always allow more following distance – three to four seconds – when behind a motorcycle. This gives them more time to maneuver or stop in an emergency.
• Never drive distracted or impaired.

According to the Connecticut Department of Transportation, motorcyclists must also take precautions to remain safe on the road, and can increase their safety by following these steps:

• Wear a DOT-compliant helmet and other protective gear.
• Obey all traffic laws and be properly licensed.
• Use hand and turn signals at every lane change or turn.
• Wear brightly colored clothes and reflective tape to increase visibility.
• Ride in the middle of the lane where you will be more visible to drivers.
• Never ride distracted or impaired.

“By following basic safety rules, we can all help prevent crashes,” said Redeker. “Our message is for all drivers and riders: Share the responsibility of keeping our roads safe—always share the road.”

For more information on motorcycle safety, visit www.nhtsa.gov/Safety/Motorcycles.


 This is a press release from the Department of Transportation.

Shelton fire department offers holiday safety tips

SHELTON >> Don’t become a tragic statistic this holiday season.

Decorating homes, businesses and other facilities is a joy of the season and a long-standing tradition at this time of year, but possible fires involving holiday trees, lights, and candles pose a potentially deadly threat.

That’s why the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau would like to remind everyone to make fire prevention a top priority.
Following a few, simple fire safety tips can keep a Christmas tree, electric lights and candles from creating a tragedy, according to Ted Pisciotta, assistant chief of fire prevention.

— First and foremost, any place of business, facility or home should make certain that all exits remain accessible and unblocked by decorations or trees at any time.

— If you have an artificial tree, be sure it’s labeled, certified or identified by the manufacturer as fire-retardant.

— If you plan on a live/cut tree, be sure it is remains fresh and never becomes dry. Needles on fresh trees should be green and hard to pull from the branches, and a needle should bend, not break. Bouncing the tree trunk on the ground can identify old trees. If many needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long, has probably dried out, and is likely a fire hazard. Before placing the fresh tree in the stand, cut 1 to 2 inches from the base of the trunk. Add water to the tree stand, and be sure to water it daily. Keep the tree at least 3 feet from any heat source, such as a fireplace, space heater, radiator or heat vent because the heat will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. Also avoid locating a tree where it may be exposed to long periods of sun. Never use lit candles to decorate the tree. Do not leave a live tree up for longer than two weeks, and be sure to keep the tree stand filled with water at all times. Dried-out trees are a fire hazard and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed near the home. Move the tree outdoors, well away from the house or any structure, such as curbside for pickup.


— Holiday lights can become an ignition source, regardless if indoors or outdoors. Use only lights that have the label of an independent testing laboratory, and make sure you know whether they are designed for indoor or outdoor use. Connect no more than three strands of mini-string sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs, unless the directions indicate it is safe. Make sure to periodically check the wires: They should not be warm to the touch. Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords, or loose bulb connections. Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving the home or going to bed. Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last longer.

— Do not overload extension cords or outlets, and do not run an electrical cord under a rug.
— Avoid lighting candles. If you do use them, make sure they are in stable holders and place them where children, pets or cords from vacuum cleaners and such cannot easily knock them over. Consider where combustible items might be placed, avoiding places where candles might forgotten about over time. Never leave the house or go to sleep with candles burning. Of course, battery-powered, flameless “candles” are always preferred and are becoming more available in retail stores and on the web.

— As in every season, have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times.

— Know when and how to call “911” for help.

— Remember to practice your home escape plan.


For more information, the public should contact the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau, 203-924-1555 or on the web under “Public Safety” at www.cityofshelton.org.

Parent Child Resource Center in Derby offers safety tips

The Parent Child Resource Center wishes all of you a very Happy and Safe Halloween! As we prepare for trick or treaters, we thought to send some useful tips for safety.

Considering our focus is on supporting families and the well-being of children, we wish you all a very Happy and Safe Halloween Celebration!

  

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS

Walk Safely

Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.








Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. 








Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don't run, across the street.








Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.








Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are not sidewalks or paths, be sure to walk facing traffic, as far to the left as possible.








Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

Trick or Treat With an Adult

Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision. If kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, they should stick to familiar areas that are well lit and trick-or-treat in groups.

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe

Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.








Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child's vision.








Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers. 








When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. 

Drive Extra Safely on Halloween

Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.








Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.








Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.








Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.








Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.








Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. so be especially alert for kids during those hours.

For more tips and resources for kids and families, visit www.LNVPCRC.org.

This is a press release from the Lower Naugatuck Valley Parent Child Resource Center in Derby.

 

Crisco: New laws to improve highway, consumer safety

HARTFORD – State Sen. Joseph J. Crisco, Jr. , D-Woodbridge, today said that among the many new laws set to become effective tomorrow, a handful stand out for their potential to improve safety on Connecticut’s roads – for both drivers and highway workers – and for consumers of two current, popular trends.

All told, dozens of state laws have an Oct. 1 effective date, but the measures to further restrict distracted driving, safeguard highway workers, and protect customers of tattoo parlors and indoor tanning facilities demonstrate the legislature’s responsiveness to these pressing issues, Crisco said.

“One new law fortifies consequences for driving while talking on a cell phone, texting, or engaged in other forms of distracted driving, increasing fines for first, second, and third offenses in an effort to protect all those on Connecticut roads,” Crisco said. 

“Likewise, another new law strengthens penalties for violations within designated highway work zones in a concerted effort to protect those who are making repairs and improvements to our roads.”

Crisco said the new sequence of fines to be paid for distracted driving are $150 for a first offense, $300 for a second offense, and $500 for each additional violation.

“In terms of consumer safety, we now have a state statute requiring state licensing and annual, local inspections of tattoo parlors to ensure safe and sanitary conditions therein,” Crisco said. “Body art seems to be very popular, particularly among young people in our state, and the legislature wants to protect them from inattentive tattoo artists.”

“Similarly, a new state statute prohibits indoor tanning facilities from accepting anyone under 17 from using a tanning bed again, to protect consumers from unnecessary risk,” Crisco added. “Some of these new tanning beds can alter a person’s skin tone in as little as 10 minutes, so we simply want customers and users of these strong machines to be at least 17 years old before doing so.”

Shelton FD issues holiday safety tips

SHELTON  - The days surrounding Independence Day typically present hazards of fire and burn injuries.

The most common involve cooking grills, wooden decks, and use fireworks or sparklers. 

Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief - Fire Prevention, suggests that everyone seriously consider the tragic consequences that a sudden mishap involving fireworks or a hot sparkler could cause.  Physical injuries could last a lifetime.  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission points out those fireworks can have a life-altering impact on consumers, including severe eye injuries, loss of limbs, and even death. 

Last year, CPSC received reports of six men who were killed by professional-grade, homemade or banned firework devices.  

In addition, an estimated 8,700 consumers were treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments for fireworks-related injuries. 

About 1,000 reported injuries involved sparklers and bottle rockets, fireworks that are frequently and incorrectly considered safe for young children. This is in addition to fires resulting in property damage that are ignited. 

The Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau encourages everyone to consider the following:

• Locate grills and any propane tanks a safe distance from buildings, wooden decks and other combustibles.  Never store propane indoors!

• Only use charcoal starter fluids designed for grills and do not add fluid after coals have been lit.

• Avoid smoking on a wood deck.  If you permit smoking, use suitable disposal containers/ashtrays.  Never use paper or plastic cups, napkins etc.

• Avoid use of candles, open flame insect repellents, or decorative torches.  If used, considered safe locations away from anything that can burn or conditions where such items could be accidentally knocked over.

• Treat all fireworks, as suitable only for use by trained professionals.  Attend public firework displays that are pre-arranged under controlled conditions.  Stay back at least 500 feet from professional fireworks displays.

•  Avoid use of sparklers which can reach 1,200^oF according to the National fire Protection Association (NFPA). That is over three times hotter than it takes to bake a cake, and over 5 times hotter than it takes to boil water. Certainly hot enough to burn skin or ignite a fire. Children should never hold or be in close proximity to a sparkler.  StatelLaw requires buyers and users to be 16 years of age or older.  However, it should be understood that these devices may be dangerous to persons of any age.

Finally, as in every season, have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call “911” for help.  

And remember to practice your home escape plan.

For more information, contact the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau at 203-924-1555 or under Public Safety at www.cityofshelton.org.

          

Shelton ranks high on safe city list

I received an interesting press release today from Shelton Police spokesman Lt. Robert Kozlowsky.

It said that  Shelton is the fifth safest city in Connecticut.
You can read the story here on the Register's website. 

Food safety tips offered - when in doubt, throw it out

This information is provided by Griffin Hospital.

The waiting is the hardest part

Sandy is on her way, now all I see is gray.
There is occasional wind but that's nothing compared to what is supposed to get here.

If any readers have photos to share, please send them to pvillers@nhregister.com.
I will post them here on the Valley blog and submit them to be used on our site, nhregister.com.

Also, please e-mail any storm-related information you'd like me to post here as well.

Stay safe!

Ansonia updates emergency info

10/28/2012 - Sandy - Sunday evening update (taken from the City of Ansonia website)

 

This information was sent out earlier on a CodeRed alert:

Hello, this is Mayor James DellaVolpe with an important message from the City of Ansonia.

The current forecast shows that Hurricane Sandy will impact the City of Ansonia after midnight tonight with the worst of the weather during the day and evening on Monday and into Tuesday.  While the track of the storm may change, we can expect to receive hurricane force winds and heavy rain over a one or two-day period.  Be prepared for street and basement flooding as well as power outages. 

Please stay away from any downed trees, poles, or power lines.  During the height of the storm, police, fire, and emergency medical crews may only be able to respond to life-threatening emergencies. Please call 911 to report emergencies. 

The City of Ansonia’s emergency managements personnel will be staffing the emergency operations center beginning tonight at 100 p.m. and continuing thru the storm and the immediate cleanup.

The City of Ansonia has made the decision to open the Emergency Shelter on Monday at 8 a.m. for those seeking emergency shelter. The emergency shelter is located at the Ansonia High School on Pulaski Highway.  Any residents that are going to the shelter are asked to bring any medication, pillow, blankets, and personal toiletries. 

If needed, an animal shelter will be opened at Prendergast School. Any animals need to be caged and the resident is required to supply food for the animal.  One resident will be needed to remain at the school with their animal.

Depending on the amount of damage caused by the storm, assistance with debris removal may be delayed for several days after the storm.

City crews have begun cleaning catch basins and will continue to do so until the storm priorities dictate otherwise.  If possible, we would appreciate any assistance in keeping these catch basins unobstructed to help reduce local flooding. 

We will be updating residents as the need arises. (See below for UI outage information.)

Thank you and be safe.

Mayor James Della Volpe

UI Outage information:

The United Illuminating Company encourages all of its customers to be prepared for the impending storm.  

First of all, please be safe.  Always remember to stay far away from any downed power lines.  Assume downed wires are live, stay far away and please call UI at 1-800-722-5584.

 Also, if you witness utility crews at work in your area....... please allow them to complete restoration work. 

These crews have limited direct information for the public and restoring power to neighborhoods is often delayed when they are detained by well-intentioned customers.

The best option is to call UI at 1-800-722-5584 or visit the website at uinet.com for updates and information. 

You can also get information by following the UI on Twitter @UnitedIllum.

As an Ansonia resident, I was pleasantly surprised to get a phone call from the mayor minutes ago with this information. 

October is Fire Prevention Month: Stay safe

Fire official says plan 2 ways out 

SHELTON  - The Shelton Fire Department, consisting of members of Echo Hose, Huntington, Pine Rock Park, and White Hills volunteer fire companies, is currently involved in various fire safety activities that will continue through October.
These programs are part of an effort to reduce the chances of residents being injured or killed by fire in addition to preserving property.

To encourage families to prioritize fire escape planning and practice their plan, the National Fire Protection Association is promoting “Have Two Ways Out!” as the theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign.
In an effort to better educate everyone about fire safety, the Shelton Fire Department encourages everyone to have a fire escape plan that prepares families to think fast and get out quickly when the smoke alarm sounds.

Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief – Fire Prevention, says if one exit is blocked by smoke, it’s imperative to plan for another escape outlet.
Use these tips for planning your family’s escape:

·         Make a map of your home. Mark a door and a window that can be used to get out of every room.

·         Choose a meeting place outside in front of your home. This is where everyone can meet once they’ve escaped. Draw a picture of your outside meeting place on your escape plan.

·         Review calling 911 with everyone who lives in the home to report a fire from outside of the home.

·         Have a grown-up sound a smoke alarm and practice your escape plan with everyone living in your home.

·         Keep your escape plan on the refrigerator, or anywhere prominent for all to see, and remind grown-ups to have your family practice the plan twice a year or whenever anyone in your home celebrates a birthday.           

In conjunction with having an escape plan, working smoke alarms throughout the entire home will be necessary to alert everyone, especially when asleep, to escape quickly. Follow these tips for making sure smoke alarms are maintained and working properly:

·         Test smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button, and make sure everyone in your home knows their sound.

·         If an alarm “chirps,” warning the battery is low, replace the battery right away.

·         Replace all smoke alarms, including alarms that use 10-year batteries and hard-wired alarms, when they’re 10 years old (or sooner) if they do not respond properly when tested.

·         Never remove or disable a smoke alarm.

Pisciotta is encouraging businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout the city to visit the Fire Prevention Bureau web site, which may be found by clicking on “Public Safety” at www.cityofshelton.org.

Easy to print and post fire safety tips are available.
In addition, information may be copied and pasted by visitors into newsletters, etc.

The above information was provided by Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief, Fire Prevention, City of Shelton.