1 (336) 871-2334
5086 NC HWY 704 Sandy Ridge,NC.
Effective Through Teamwork
Welcome to the Official Website for the Northeast Stokes Fire & Rescue, Sandy Ridge, North Carolina
The firefighters proudly serve the citizens of the Northeast Stokes fire district
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EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY NOTED, IS PROPERTY OF
NORTHEAST STOKES VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE.
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Contact Information
To Contact Chief Clark, Click link below to Email. To contact ASST. Chief Webb, Click link below to Email. To Contact the Firehouse, Click link below to
ALL CONTENT, INCLUDING ALL IMAGES AND PHOTOGRAPHY
EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY NOTED, IS PROPERTY OF
NORTHEAST STOKES VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE.
CONTENT PROUDLY MAINTAINED BY A VOLUNTEER
Contact Information
To Contact Chief Clark, Click link below to Email. To contact ASST. Chief Webb, Click link below to Email. To Contact the Firehouse, Click link below to
Before plugging it in…
As the cold weather spreads across the country through the Autumn and Winter, many people in will be dusting-off
their electric blankets. But be careful, don't risk a fire. Electric blankets account for over 5000 fires a year in the
home and you can prevent these by taking these simple steps.
Check your electric blanket.
If your blanket or any part of the wiring shows any of these danger signs, you should
have it checked or replaced:
Fraying fabric Worn flex
Exposed elements Loose connections
Creasing or folding An old BEAB safety mark - a round symbol (the new sign is white
capital letters on a black background). This means it is more than
10 years old.
Soiling
Damp patches
Tie tapes damaged or missing
Buy a New Electric Blanket.
It’s cheaper to replace a worn electric blanket than it is to replace your home. And your family is irreplaceable!! So
if you are in any doubt about the condition of your blanket, bin it and buy a new one. You should replace your
electric blanket at least every 10 years. Don't buy a second-hand blanket. You need to look for the British or
European standard and make sure it has a safety certification mark. Make sure the blanket has over-heat protection.
Store your blanket safely.
Storing your blanket correctly will ensure you get the best from it. Don't fold electric blankets - it can damage the
wiring. Better to roll them. Or you can store blankets by putting them on a spare bed. Electric under blankets can be
left on your bed all year if you wish.
Always follow the instructions to be sure you are using you blanket safely. Never use an electric under blanket as an
electric over-blanket, and vice versa. Keep all blankets flat. Tie electric under blankets to the bed or mattress - this
stops them slipping and creasing, which could damage them.
Only leave a blanket switched on all night if it has thermostatic controls for safe all-night use. Otherwise switch
it off and disconnect it before you get into bed.
Don't get blankets wet, and if your blanket does get wet, don't use it. Never switch it on to dry it. Make sure your
blanket is tested by an expert at least every three years. You can ask the shop where you bought it about testing and
servicing or contact the trading standards department at your local council - they often have free testing days.
Family Safety Tips:
Effective Through Teamwork
5086 NC HWY 704 Sandy Ridge,NC.
Welcome to the Official Website for the
Northeast Stokes Fire & Rescue, Sandy Ridge, NC
The firefighters proudly serve the
citizens of the Northeast Stokes fire district
1 (336) 871-2334
Contact Information
To Contact Chief Clark, Click link below to Email. To contact ASST. Chief Webb, Click link below to Email. To Contact the Firehouse, Click link below to Email.
ALL CONTENT, INCLUDING ALL IMAGES AND PHOTOGRAPHY
EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY NOTED, IS PROPERTY OF
NORTHEAST STOKES VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE.
CONTENT PROUDLY MAINTAINED BY A VOLUNTEER
Before plugging it in…
As the cold weather spreads across
the country through the Autumn
and Winter, many people in will be
dusting-off their electric blankets.
But be careful, don't risk a fire.
Electric blankets account for over
5000 fires a year in the home and
you can prevent these by taking
these simple steps.
Fraying fabric
Exposed elements
Creasing or folding
Soiling
Damp patches
Tie tapes damaged or missing
Worn flex
Loose connections
An old BEAB safety mark - a
round symbol (the new sign is
white capital letters on a black
background). This means it is
more than 10 years old.
Buy a New
Electric Blanket.
It’s cheaper to replace a worn
electric blanket than it is to replace
your home. And your family is
irreplaceable!! So if you are in any
doubt about the condition of your
blanket, bin it and buy a new one.
You should replace your electric
blanket at least every 10 years.
Don't buy a second-hand blanket.
Check your
electric blanket.
If your blanket or any part of the
wiring shows any of these danger
signs, you should have it checked
or replaced:
Store your blanket safely.
Storing your blanket correctly will ensure you get the best
from it. Don't fold electric blankets - it can damage the
wiring. Better to roll them. Or you can store blankets by
putting them on a spare bed. Electric under blankets can be
left on your bed all year if you wish.
Always follow the instructions to be sure you are using
you blanket safely. Never use an electric under blanket as
an electric over-blanket, and vice versa. Keep all blankets
flat. Tie electric under blankets to the bed or mattress -
this stops them slipping and creasing, which could
damage them.
Only leave a blanket switched on all night if it has
thermostatic controls for safe all-night use. Otherwise
switch it off and disconnect it before you get into bed.
Don't get blankets wet, and if your blanket does get wet,
don't use it. Never switch it on to dry it. Make sure your
blanket is tested by an expert at least every three years.
You can ask the shop where you bought it about testing
and servicing or contact the trading standards department
at your local council - they often have free testing days.
You need to look for the British or European standard and
make sure it has a safety certification mark. Make sure
the blanket has over-heat protection.
Family
Safety Tips:
